Job Title: Fire Chief

SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.

• Provides management to all Fire Department divisions and programs.
• Ensures the safety, health and well being of individuals and property through a comprehensive range of programs.
• Acts as Administrative Head of all Fire Department Activities and Programs.
• Ensures that department members are properly equipped and can insure their own safety during emergency operations.
• Manages Fire Department personnel including labor relations and grievance resolution.
• Manages Emergency Operations, Structure Fires, Major Medical, Hazardous Material and Wildland fires.
• Administers Paramedic Program, CSA 19, and Marinwood contracts.
• Prepares and monitors department budget including expenditures and revenues.
• Prepares and presents Staff reports.
• Represents the Fire Department with the Fire Commission, Council, Special Interest Groups and the public.
• Manages the fire prevention program including environmental management, arson investigation, and public education.
• Serves as Fire Marshal.
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fire Suppression and Prevention theory and practice.
• State, County and City Fire prevention laws.
• Local and State Mutual Aid Systems.
• Labor Relations.
• Emergency Medical Services.
• Uniform Fire Code.
• Budget preparation.
• Principles of supervision.

ABILITY TO:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Fire Suppression, Prevention & other programs.
• Supervise fire personnel.
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Organize, develop and maintain City and local agency programs.