Fire Support Services Division Chief

INTRA-DEPARTMENT

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #173: FIRE SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISON CHIEF

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:   1

DEPARTMENT:  Fire

WORK LOCATION: Fire Administration

HIRING RANGE: $32.2660-44.4413/Hour                               

PAY GRADE: FH2

DAYS WORKED:   Monday - Friday

HOURS WORKED: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

TYPE OF POSITION: Regular/Full-Time

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL: Monday, November, 07 2016

JOB DUTIES

Resumes submitted without a City of Farmington application will not be considered in our job selection process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs a variety of complex administrative, managerial and professional work in planning, coordinating and directing the activities of the Division of Support Services.

Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public.

Establishes priorities, coordinates support services within the Department, and assures program objectives and standards are defined, attained and congruent with the overall goals of the department.

Prepares and submits periodic reports to the Fire Chief regarding Support Services activities and prepares a variety of other reports (i.e.: budget, personnel, cost comparisons, etc.).

Attends conferences and meetings to keep abreast of current trends in the field; represents the Department in a variety of local, county, state and other meetings.

Assures assignments are completed in an orderly and expedient manner.

Assists the Fire Chief in managing the programs and services of Fire Department Support Services/Administration Division.

Supervises directly or through subordinate officers, a large staff of employees. Manages personnel, conducts performance evaluations and recommends discipline when needed.

Assists the Fire Chief with development and implementation of the Department's goals, objectives, policies and services.

Assists with the effective application of the policies, rules, regulations, practices and procedures of the department.  Reviews policy for effectiveness and efficiency, recommends changes when needed.

Assists with preparation and general oversight of the annual budget as well as monitoring Departmental financial activities and expenditures.  Forecasting financial changes and makes recommendations for budget adjustments.

Assists with long term planning and logistical needs for the fire department.  Conducts appraisals and needs assessments of fire department apparatus, equipment, and supplies.

Assists with the general oversight, evaluation, and implementation of the Fire Department's information technology, communications, reporting, hardware, and software systems and needs.

Is assigned the coordination of special projects or committees at the direction of the Fire Chief. Develops, supports and assists Department programs related to Grants, Accreditation, and ISO.

Maintains records related to support services activities in accordance with generally accepted standards and applications, state regulations or guidelines.

Serves as a liaison for the Fire Department with other City departments, divisions and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.  Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

Operates personal computer, radio and other communication equipment.

Makes community presentations.

Provides leadership and acts as a mentor for Department personnel.

Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

May be asked to act as the Department Head in absence of the Chief.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The functions and requirements of this job are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy which includes pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Extensive background checks required.

An Associate Degree in fire science, administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and demonstrated executive level experience to perform the duties described. Preference points may be awarded to candidates based on formal education (0.5 point for an Associate's Degree, 1 point for a Bachelor's Degree, and 1.5 points for a Master's Degree or higher; based on a 100 point grading scale).

Must have successfully passed their two most recent performance evaluations.

Must have the ability to articulate and concisely communicate orally and in writing.

Must have extensive experience and knowledge in the principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.

Must have knowledge of fire administrative procedures and applicable Federal, State, and City regulations related to purchasing and procurement.

Must have in depth knowledge of FLSA rules as they apply to municipal fire departments.

Must be competent in all areas of the Incident Command System; Incident Commander, Operations, Planning, Logistics and Finance.

Must have thorough knowledge of modern firefighting practices, fire service policy and procedures, NFPA standards, ISO evaluations, fire service accreditation, fire prevention practices, fire apparatus, tools, and equipment.

Must be a New Mexico State certified EMT-B (Emergency Medical Technician Basic, or higher).

Possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years.  Must have or be able to obtain a Driver's License applicable to Fire Department apparatus.

Working knowledge of driver safety.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the general public.

Works under the general supervision of the Fire Chief.

This position has the responsibility to participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.

The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally drag up to 200 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in extreme heights, precarious places and is exposed to intense heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, except during certain firefighting or EMT activities when noise levels may be loud.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

May be any or all of following: Assessment Center, Tactical Exercise, and/or Oral Interview.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.

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