General Nature of Work

This position is responsible for directing the operations of the Gilmer County Fire Rescue Department.

Job Responsibilities

Oversees the operations and training divisions; supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors the status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate.
Consults with assigned staff to assist with complex problems and provide technical expertise and management.
Implements changes in organization and operating procedures to obtain the most effective results; makes recommendations regarding selection, promotion, discharge, and other appropriate personnel actions.
Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure the safety of employees and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Assumes full responsibility for the activities of the department during the absence of the Fire Chief.
Consults with Fire Chief, officers, and other officials as needed to review department operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction, and provide recommendations; reports all major incidents to Fire Chief.
Assists in developing, implementing, and formulates and develops work methods and practices, policies, standard operating procedures, training programs, and general orders; monitors implementation of departmental rules and regulations; updates departmental guidelines according to federal, state, or local legislation; conducts training programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Ability And Skills

Knowledge of the current principles, practices, and techniques of fire, EMS, EMA, and public safety agencies.
Knowledge of county government policies and procedures, current federal, state, and local laws, administrative rules, standard guidelines, and ordinances.
Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of effective public administration, with special reference to Public Safety policies, personnel, and budget administration.
Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices.
Knowledge of governmental finance and budget processes.
Knowledge of modern data management, records, and reporting systems.
Knowledge of county geography, streets, roads, and buildings.
Knowledge of personnel laws and county and department personnel procedures.
Knowledge of relevant training standards.
Skill in preparing and monitoring operating budgets.
Skill in planning, directing, and supervising the work of subordinate personnel.
Ability to develop goals, objectives, and benchmarks.
Ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinates the work of supervisory and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.
Ability to facilitate positive group dynamics in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Management, or a course of study related to the occupational field. A combination of education & experience may be considered for the qualifications of this position.
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
Certification as a firefighter II from the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council.
Certification as a EMT or Paramedic from the National Registry of EMTs and licensure as an EMT or paramedic from the Georgia Department of Human Resources.

Physical Requirements: Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 150 pounds).

Work Environment: The work is typically performed in an office, stockroom, outdoors, and at the scene of emergency incidents. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Work is performed in both daylight and at night and may be required to travel speeds more than posted limits through areas of varying population densities and traffic congestion, and in inclement weather conditions. Work involves exposure to personal danger and psychological stress.

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