The Position
Job Summary
Under executive direction of the Fire Chief, is responsible for assisting the Fire Chief in the direction of all employees and activities of the Fire/Rescue Department. Duties include supervising the Division Chiefs, responding to emergency incidents, coordinating the activities of the Hazardous Materials Team, and reviewing official documents that pertain to the Fire Department. Work is reviewed through conferences and written reports for results obtained.
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
- Prepares and administers the Fire Departments' budget; analyzes and approves requisitions.
- Acts as a liaison with other City departments and municipalities.
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Fire Chief in absence.
- Supervises and directs the activities of the Division Chiefs.
- Plans, organizes, and directs departmental functions.
- Initiates and completes special programs as directed by the Fire Chief.
- Develops, implements, and reviews Department policies to ensure compliance with codes and ordinances.
- Maintains Department records.
- Investigates and processes grievances.
- Assists with the hiring of Department employees; recommends employees for discipline or promotion.
- Serves as a representative of the negotiating team for collective bargaining.
- Reviews and maintains in Department emergency operations.
- Drafts resolutions, bulletins, and memos as needed by the Department.
- Effectively and positively represents the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation.
- Establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.
- Performs related work as required for this position description only.
Education/Experience
The Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
- Presently employed as a Fire Division Chief or Fire Battalion Chief with a minimum of three (3) years in rank.
- An Associate's Degree in Fire Science Technology, Emergency Medicine Technology/Services or a related field (in accordance with the Educational Incentive Payment from the Insurance Commissioners Trust Fund (pursuant to F.S. 633.382).
- A minimum of 15 years of experience with a Municipal Fire Rescue Department.
Preferred
Presently employed as a Fire Division Chief with a minimum of one (1) year in rank; with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in a related field (in accordance with the Educational Incentive Payment from the Insurance Commissioners Trust Fund (pursuant to F.S. 633.382).
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- State of Florida Certified Firefighter (required)
- State of Florida Certified Paramedic (required)
- State of Florida Certified Fire Officer III (preferred)
- State of Florida Certified Fire Inspector (preferred)
- State of Florida Safety Officer Certificate of Competency (preferred)
- Hazmat Certification (preferred)
- Valid Driver's License: With proof of automobile insurance
- Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
- Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of the sources and use of current information about developments in firefighting and prevention techniques.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern firefighting equipment and apparatus.
- Knowledge of local geography, including the location of streets, water mains, fire hydrants and principal fire hazards.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of Municipal Fire Department administration, training, and fire prevention.
- Skill in communicating effectively in writing and orally.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with departmental employees, the public, superiors and subordinates
- Ability to plan, evaluate, assign and coordinate activities performed by Fire Department units.
- Ability to regulate the control of employees, expenditures, and equipment for efficient and effective use.
- Ability to handle stressful situations with tact and professionalism.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public.
The Examination
Examination: The examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E) to establish the Civil Service eligibility list, followed by a pass/fail oral exam. The T&E scoring will be as follows:
70 points: for meeting the minimum qualification of the position as stated above.
5 points: presently employed as a Fire Division Chief for one or more years.
5 points: for possession & proof of a Bachelor's degree in related field
5 points: for possession & proof of a Master's degree in related field
5 Points: for possession & proof of a State of Florida Fire Officer 3 certification or higher
5 Points: for possession & proof of a State of Florida Safety Officer Certificate of Competency
2.5 points: presently employed at the rank of Fire Division Chief 3 or more years
2.5 points: for possession and proof of a State of Florida Fire Inspector Certification
To accurately evaluate training and experience at time of application, candidates must submit a detailed application or resume indicating length of tenure and copies of levels of educational achievement (licenses/certificates).
Additional Information
All successful applicants will be required to pass an extensive background which may include criminal history searches, driving history checks, credit report, courthouse searches, education verification, employment verification, professional license verification, or other search methods as deemed necessary for the position. In addition, the applicant will be required to undergo a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, prior to appointment.
EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES: The City of Hollywood has an Ordinance which regulates the employment of relatives of City employees. Effective January 28, 2008, a relative may only be hired under the following additional conditions:
- The relative must have competed in an appropriate examination process as determined by Human Resources and be placed on a civil service eligibility list;
- The relative must be among the top three ranked candidates available on the certified eligibility list unless expanded by the Civil Service Board;
- The Department or Office Director and the Director, Human Resources must demonstrate that it is in the best interests of the City of Hollywood to hire the relative of a public officer or employee.
As of 12/15/2005 the City will require all newly hired employees to sign an affidavit affirming non-usage of tobacco or tobacco products within the last year prior to submission of application and will continue to be a non-user of tobacco products throughout employment with the City of Hollywood.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The Employment Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination and workplace to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of special needs by calling (954) 921-3216.
All applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, abilities, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression (except as limited by law, Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational disqualifications).
The City of Hollywood is an Equal Opportunity / Equal Access Employer.
