Description
Applicants must fully complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume. Please also include copies of your fire related certificates and EMS licenses and certifications, along with a DD-214 if applicable. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews will be in mid-April.
The Assistant Fire Chief of Operations is responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of all Fire Department operations, including fire suppression, rescue operations, and specialized units, with heavy emphasis on emergency medical services. They will be responsible for ensuring an efficient response to incidents while prioritizing life, safety, and property protection; and will design and implement training programs to ensure operational readiness across the Department. This position will supervise and lead the daily activities of the Fire Captains, Lieutenants, and front-line staff. Additionally, this position will develop operational strategies, assist in developing and managing the Department’s budget, and assist in apparatus/vehicle design and maintenance, along with station maintenance. They will coordinate with the Assistant Chief-Fire Marshal on directing the crews to conduct fire inspections/prevention, and public education activities.
Examples of Duties
TASKS AND DUTIES
Perform a variety of tasks in support of Fire and EMS operations, which may include but are not limited to:
- Works with Command Staff and Fire Captains to evaluate Department emergency response operations and strategies to proactively develop and implement short-term as well as long-term initiatives to ensure operational excellence.
- Keeps pace with industry standards and practices within the confines of available resources, maintains a high level of industry acumen by staying abreast of developments and innovations related to all emergency response operations (EMS/ALS and Fire, etc).
- Develops and reviews EMS protocols, working with the Department’s personnel to ensure that the Department is providing the most up-to-date Advanced Life Support Care.
- Ensures the Department’s EMRA license is maintained in accordance with state regulations.
- Oversees the Department’s QC/QI program by reviewing all incidents, creating an educational process rather than a punitive one, while ensuring the Medical Director involvement.
- Assists with preparing the Fire Department budget.
- Develops, reviews, and oversees department training, working with the Department’s staff to ensure they are getting the required yearly training to meet ISO, OSHA, and NFPA standards.
- Oversees maintenance, and inventory of all fire and EMS related equipment, including vehicles, communication equipment, PPE and other department related equipment.
- Assists in the recommendation for purchasing all fire and EMS related equipment including computer equipment, safety equipment, and apparatus.
- Participates in ongoing education/training in order to maintain current knowledge of firefighting, EMS, safety, and prevention procedures.
- Responds to fire, EMS, and other incidents for service; may act as Incident Commander, Fire Safety Officer, and/or fill in as a Paramedic as needed.
- May assume command of the Department in the absence of the Fire Chief.
Essential Functions/Key Competencies
- Fire ground tactics and strategy; emergency incident management, specifically the Incident Command System (ICS); principles of incident safety; automatic and mutual aid agreements; hazardous materials incident management; and confined space and technical rescue techniques.
- Fire science theory, principles, and practices and their application to a wide variety of emergency service operations, including fire suppression, fire prevention, and fire investigation.
- Principles and practices of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
- Methods and techniques of emergency medical response.
- Operational characteristics of fire apparatus and equipment, including pumping, and driving techniques.
- Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- Principles and practices of program development and administration.
- Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
- Current safety practices as they relate to equipment and procedures involved in the fire service.
- Methods and techniques of public relations.
- Office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and applicable software applications.
- Comply with pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City employees, community representatives, property owners, and the general public.
- Read maps and locate addresses in assigned areas.
- Perform all tasks and duties under adverse weather conditions.
- Utilize tact, self-restraint, judgment, and strategy in dealing with a wide variety of people. Deal with distraught people in a professional and sensitive manner.
- Communicate effectively, both in verbal, written and presentation format.
- Ability to report to work during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Must be available to respond back to work for major calls on nights and weekends.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education/Training:
- Must currently hold, a valid State of Missouri Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic or Basic Emergency Medical Technician certification at time of employment and maintain this certification throughout the duration of employment. May not drop to a level lower than the highest level obtained.
- Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a fire or EMS related program or public administration.
- Firefighter I and II classifications as defined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) required.
- Minimum of HAZMAT operations level as defined by the NFPA and IFSAC or approved nationally recognized program.
- IFSAC/MO State Fire Instructor 1 & 2 as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program.
- IFSAC/MO State Fire Officer 1 as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program.
- National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses - ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800.
- AED certified.
- Must possess or be willing to acquire a valid driver’s license from Missouri or Kansas.
- Must successfully complete all job-related reference checks and background investigations.
Preferred Education/Training:
- State of Missouri Paramedic license (will be required to obtain within 2 years depending on class availability).
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major coursework in fire or EMS related programs or public administration.
- Fire Safety Officer Certification as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program (will be required to obtain within 1 year).
- Live Fire Instructor as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program (will be required to obtain within 1 year).
- Fire Instructor 3 as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program (will be required to obtain as soon as class is available).
- Fire Officer 2 and 3 as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program. (will be required to obtain FO2 within 2 years and FO3 within 4 years).
- IFSAC/MO State Fire Inspector 1 as defined by IFSAC and NFPA or approved nationally recognized program.
Skills/Experience:
- Ten (10) years of experience in the firefighting field, including eight (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in an agency providing a full range of Fire Services and Emergency Medical Services, including five (5) years of management and administrative responsibility at the level of Captain or above.
- Preference given to those who have experience in the rank of a Chief Officer or above.
- Preference given to those having experience providing Advanced Life Support care.
- Significant knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of modern firefighting and advanced life support activities.
- Demonstrates they maintain knowledge in the technology associated with modern firefighting and Advanced Life Support activities.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Supplemental Information
Primary Accountabilities
Achieve Results
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the City of Riverside’s Master Plan and strategic growth objectives by managing and participating in the development and implementation of a comprehensive effective emergency operations program that will provide the highest level of service and protection for the City. Participate in the development and administration of the annual budget.
- Provide effective, timely management of the Operations Division through the identification and achievement of organizational, operational, training, and staffing objectives that are fiscally sound and closely aligned with the department’s budgetary resources and strategic initiatives.
- Actively direct and manage all of the operational readiness to ensure response to all emergency medical, fire, haz-mat, rescue calls safely and other responses to incidents.
- Promote and ensure the performance excellence of operations personnel through interactive performance management, progressive training, and motivational leadership.
- Promotes the delivery of compassionate and excellent ALS care prior to the arrival of an ambulance to the public that we encounter, utilizing a comprehensive quality improvement program.
Operational Excellence
- Provide and maintain the highest quality of service and responsiveness with integrity and professionalism.
- Perform job duties consistent with local, state, national regulations, and standards using best practices. Comply with all organization rules, policies, and procedures in the performance of the job.
Relationships
- Develop and ensure effective, positive relationships within and among the City of Riverside staff, as well as with members of the public and related departments and agencies.
Stewardship/Citizenship
- Uphold and consistently represent the values and mission of the City of Riverside. Represent the City of Riverside in a highly professional manner at all times.
- Ensure compliance and attention to all organization policies and procedures.
We are pleased to offer an attractive benefits package designed to protect the well-being and financial health of our employees. Our goal is to support the health and wellness of our employees while offering affordable and comprehensive care. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health, dental, vision, life, FSA & HSA plans, short-term disability, long-term disability, a variety of voluntary insurance plans, LAGERS retirement, 457b & IRA plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, 12 weeks parental leave, and comp time. We also provide longevity pay, college degree incentives, tuition reimbursements, police academy sponsorships, moving expenses, and wellness reimbursements.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
