Town of Highland Beach
Assistant Chief of Operations - Fire Dept
Town of Highland Beach, Highland Beach, Florida, United States
Overview
Assistant Chief of Operations - Fire Dept: Provides technical, administrative, and supervisory support for fire and EMS operations, hazardous materials incidents, emergency communications, and risk management and other department activities, the delivery of fire and EMS training. Work is performed at the direction of the Fire Chief and is guided by departmental medical protocols, rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, and other organizational guidelines. Responsibilities
Directs, supervises, coordinates, and evaluates the activities of fire department personnel. May act as the Fire Chief when the Fire Chief is absent. Participates in all fire department training activities to maintain an acceptable level of proficiency from fire department staff. Responds to emergency incidents and assumes the role of safety officer unless otherwise directed by the incident commander. Prepares and submits reports of Fire/EMS training hours and continuing education training units for fire and EMS recertification; reviews all incident and injury reports as part of a risk management program. Coordinates with the fire marshal to prepare pre-incident planning and inspections of residential and commercial structures for hazards in accordance with fire prevention codes and ordinances. Coordinates with the Medical Director in establishing emergency medical standing orders and protocols under the direction of the Fire Chief. Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws/standards/regulations related to fire protection and EMS delivery; maintains awareness of new procedures, technologies, trends, and advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Conducts inspections of personnel, personal protective equipment, vehicles, and other department assets to ensure safety and operational readiness. Prepares and presents fire prevention and public safety education programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
Must be a State of Florida Certified Firefighter and perform the illustrated duties as outlined in NFPA 1001 for Firefighter I and II and NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I Must be a State of Florida certified Paramedic and perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined in Florida State Statutes and Florida Administrative Code Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of various types of apparatus and equipment used in firefighting/EMS activities Knowledge of street locations, geography, and types of construction within the Town of Highland Beach Ability to lead effectively and maintain discipline Knowledge of laws, regulations, and local ordinances that regulate the delivery of emergency services Knowledge of the local hospital system and their specialties Knowledge of the function and implementation of the National Incident Management System Knowledge of the function and implementation of the mass causality incident management system Knowledge of department mutual aid procedures, medical protocols, SOPs, SOGs, and other agreement Knowledge of adult instructional methods and techniques for public education. Knowledge of the function and implementation of an occupational health and wellness program Knowledge of the function and implementation of an infection control program Knowledge of the function and implementation of a department risk management program Knowledge of the function and implementation of a training, education, and professional development program. Ability to assist the fire chief in the development and implementation of departmental policy and procedures Knowledge of modern fire suppression principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of EMS delivery principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of hose streams and water flow calculations Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of fire suppression apparatus and equipment Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of EMS equipment Computer knowledge and skills - email, internet research, spreadsheets, and word processing skills. Education and Experience
Bachelor degree in fire science, public administration, or related field. Must possess and maintain State of Florida certification as a Firefighter and Paramedic. Supplemented by four (4) years of previous experience as a company officer. State of Florida certification as a Fire Officer I or greater. State of Florida certification as a Fire Service Instructor II or greater. Completed ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training in the National Incident Management System curriculum. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida “E” driver's license with no more than six (6) points within a three (3) year period. Preferred Education and Experience
Possess State of Florida Fire Inspector Certification. State of Florida certification as a Fire Officer II or greater. State of Florida certification as a Fire Service Instructor III or greater. Special Requirements
The employee must not use any form of tobacco for at least one (1) year before application and agree to remain tobacco-free on and off duty during the employment/application process and for the duration of their employment with the Town of Highland Beach. Physical Demands / Environmental Conditions
The physical demands described herein represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In addition, reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have correct color vision and depth perception as noted in NFPA, lift and carry articles weighing up to 75 lbs. and push articles weighing up to 150 lbs. Must be able to wear a hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety harness, respirator, safety shoes/boots, coveralls, gloves, bunker gear, and face shield. Exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Exposure to electricity, heights up to 100 ft., noise, moving mechanical parts, confined spaces, vibration, radiation, dust, vapors, fumes, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, animals/insects, mist, gases, smoke, irritants, asphyxiates, and blood-borne pathogens. Documents Referenced
NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications NFPA 1500 Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety, Health, and Wellness Program NFPA 1561 ON Standard on Emergency Services Incident Management System and Command Safety NFPA 1583 Standard on Health-Related Fitness Programs for Fire Department Members NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications Selection Guidelines
Formal application, evaluation of education, training, and experience; oral interview and reference check; job-related tests may be required. The Town of Highland Beach is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss accommodations with the employer. Consideration for this position requires a credit and background check. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the employer's needs and requirements of the job change.
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Assistant Chief of Operations - Fire Dept: Provides technical, administrative, and supervisory support for fire and EMS operations, hazardous materials incidents, emergency communications, and risk management and other department activities, the delivery of fire and EMS training. Work is performed at the direction of the Fire Chief and is guided by departmental medical protocols, rules, regulations, standard operating procedures, and other organizational guidelines. Responsibilities
Directs, supervises, coordinates, and evaluates the activities of fire department personnel. May act as the Fire Chief when the Fire Chief is absent. Participates in all fire department training activities to maintain an acceptable level of proficiency from fire department staff. Responds to emergency incidents and assumes the role of safety officer unless otherwise directed by the incident commander. Prepares and submits reports of Fire/EMS training hours and continuing education training units for fire and EMS recertification; reviews all incident and injury reports as part of a risk management program. Coordinates with the fire marshal to prepare pre-incident planning and inspections of residential and commercial structures for hazards in accordance with fire prevention codes and ordinances. Coordinates with the Medical Director in establishing emergency medical standing orders and protocols under the direction of the Fire Chief. Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws/standards/regulations related to fire protection and EMS delivery; maintains awareness of new procedures, technologies, trends, and advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Conducts inspections of personnel, personal protective equipment, vehicles, and other department assets to ensure safety and operational readiness. Prepares and presents fire prevention and public safety education programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications
Must be a State of Florida Certified Firefighter and perform the illustrated duties as outlined in NFPA 1001 for Firefighter I and II and NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I Must be a State of Florida certified Paramedic and perform the duties and responsibilities as outlined in Florida State Statutes and Florida Administrative Code Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of various types of apparatus and equipment used in firefighting/EMS activities Knowledge of street locations, geography, and types of construction within the Town of Highland Beach Ability to lead effectively and maintain discipline Knowledge of laws, regulations, and local ordinances that regulate the delivery of emergency services Knowledge of the local hospital system and their specialties Knowledge of the function and implementation of the National Incident Management System Knowledge of the function and implementation of the mass causality incident management system Knowledge of department mutual aid procedures, medical protocols, SOPs, SOGs, and other agreement Knowledge of adult instructional methods and techniques for public education. Knowledge of the function and implementation of an occupational health and wellness program Knowledge of the function and implementation of an infection control program Knowledge of the function and implementation of a department risk management program Knowledge of the function and implementation of a training, education, and professional development program. Ability to assist the fire chief in the development and implementation of departmental policy and procedures Knowledge of modern fire suppression principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of EMS delivery principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of hose streams and water flow calculations Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of fire suppression apparatus and equipment Knowledge and skills in the operation and maintenance of EMS equipment Computer knowledge and skills - email, internet research, spreadsheets, and word processing skills. Education and Experience
Bachelor degree in fire science, public administration, or related field. Must possess and maintain State of Florida certification as a Firefighter and Paramedic. Supplemented by four (4) years of previous experience as a company officer. State of Florida certification as a Fire Officer I or greater. State of Florida certification as a Fire Service Instructor II or greater. Completed ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training in the National Incident Management System curriculum. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida “E” driver's license with no more than six (6) points within a three (3) year period. Preferred Education and Experience
Possess State of Florida Fire Inspector Certification. State of Florida certification as a Fire Officer II or greater. State of Florida certification as a Fire Service Instructor III or greater. Special Requirements
The employee must not use any form of tobacco for at least one (1) year before application and agree to remain tobacco-free on and off duty during the employment/application process and for the duration of their employment with the Town of Highland Beach. Physical Demands / Environmental Conditions
The physical demands described herein represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In addition, reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have correct color vision and depth perception as noted in NFPA, lift and carry articles weighing up to 75 lbs. and push articles weighing up to 150 lbs. Must be able to wear a hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety harness, respirator, safety shoes/boots, coveralls, gloves, bunker gear, and face shield. Exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Exposure to electricity, heights up to 100 ft., noise, moving mechanical parts, confined spaces, vibration, radiation, dust, vapors, fumes, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, animals/insects, mist, gases, smoke, irritants, asphyxiates, and blood-borne pathogens. Documents Referenced
NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications NFPA 1500 Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety, Health, and Wellness Program NFPA 1561 ON Standard on Emergency Services Incident Management System and Command Safety NFPA 1583 Standard on Health-Related Fitness Programs for Fire Department Members NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Professional Qualifications Selection Guidelines
Formal application, evaluation of education, training, and experience; oral interview and reference check; job-related tests may be required. The Town of Highland Beach is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective and current employees to discuss accommodations with the employer. Consideration for this position requires a credit and background check. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the job. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the employer's needs and requirements of the job change.
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