The Job
(Annual salary based on 112 hour pay period per MOU .)
This is a closed promotional opportunity open to regular, non-probationary
San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (SBCFD) suppression employees only.
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San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is recruiting for
Battalion Chiefs to perform complex fire service activities and difficult managerial and administrative work at a senior command level. Battalion Chiefs are responsible for a broad range of administrative and technical activities. In addition to commanding fires on-scene, typical activities include coordination of battalion personnel, budgets, and expenditures; managing personnel, discipline, and training; addressing and presenting at County, city, and community meetings; and writing complex reports.
For more information, please refer to the Battalion Chief job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel: Travel within and outside the County may be required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to hear in the normal audio range, without correction. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals up to 200 pounds and be able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Vision must be correctable to 20/20. May be required to pass a color perception test.
Response Time: The Battalion Chief is assigned after-hours emergency response duty. During this duty, the Battalion Chief must be physically located within the geographic area of the assigned Battalion.
Other Requirements: Must successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug test and meet the medical recommendations of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 (Standard Medical Requirements for Firefighter). Must be able to perform under high stress situations and work in a variety of environmental conditions. Must maintain valid licensure as a Paramedic or EMT in California throughout employment, along with ICEMA accreditation.
NOTE: The selected individual will be an Exempt Safety employee and may be assigned to any geographic area of the County. Work Schedule may vary according to assignments and response required for emergency situations; may require out-of-county assignments for extended periods of time. Individuals in this classification do not attain regular status and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Minimum Requirements
Must meet the following requirements as of the filing deadline:
Experience: Three (3) years of fire service experience at the rank of Captain. Must be currently employed with the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
Certification: State Fire Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal
and current CA EMT or Paramedic licensure (with ICEMA accreditation).
Desired Qualifications
SBCFD seeks highly qualified candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership abilities and possess excellent written/verbal communication and public relations skills. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a college degree in Fire Science, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field, and Chief Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to participate in the exam process, which will consist of an
Assessment Center, to evaluate candidate's knowledge and leadership skills, including problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and professional expertise. Assessments will include:
- Written Examination
- Simulation Exercises
- Oral Examination
The written examination is scheduled for
Monday, April 7, 2025. The exam will consist of 50 multiple choice questions that cover the following areas:
- Ops Directives
- Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG)
- Fire Scope Field Operations Guide (FOG)
- Chief Officer Misc. Areas
Candidates must be successful with a
passing score of 80% or higher in the Written Examination in order to be invited to the remaining assessment components (currently expected to be scheduled for the
week of April 14, 2025), and must be successful with a
passing score of 80% or higher in each component of the assessment/exam process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The top candidates on the eligible list will be invited to participate in the selection interview process.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require
technical assistance, please follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information(Download PDF) .
For more important details,
review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process .
