Fire Battalion Chief (Internal Posting)

Posting Number 3690P Position Title Fire Battalion Chief (INTERNAL POSTING) Department Fire Job Code 03107 FLSA Status Exempt Union Code/Affiliation Unrepresented Division EMERGENCY SERVICES Job Description Summary

Assist the Fire Division Chief with overseeing the activities of a division within the Fire Department, including fire suppression and emergency response. Develop and supervise assigned personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities- The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Respond to calls for fires and other emergency situations. Serve as Incident Commander for large or serious emergencies; evaluate conditions at scene and call for additional assistance as needed. Coordinate fire investigation activities.
• Develop and supervise staff by setting goals, providing regular feedback, documenting performance, and conducting annual performance appraisals.
• Coordinate personnel assignments, including daily roster of employee locations and responsibilities, constant staffing, approval of leave forms, and vacation list.
• Assist Division Chief with daily operations, including apparatus repair and maintenance, training, equipment testing, and fire inspections.
• Maintain records and prepare reports on equipment, fires, accidents, injuries, and training.
• Schedule regular and emergency repairs of vehicles and equipment; ensure preventative maintenance has been conducted.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervision may be exercised over the following classifications:

Fire Captain

Human Collaboration and Job Impact- This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction Fiscal Responsibility Education and Experience- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

MUST BE A CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEE HAVING SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED A PROBATIONARY PERIOD.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate Degree preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and EMT license.
• Minimum seven years of related experience with at least one year as a Company Officer or Assistant Fire Marshal (meeting all required qualifications for the Assistant Fire Marshal position).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

• Knowledge of fire suppression and first responder methods, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of fire equipment and fire suppression and first responder activities.
• Ability to assess emergency response needs at a fire or other emergency scene.
• Knowledge of fire codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of City streets and locations.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques, as well as the ability to plan, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Knowledge of identification, prediction, protection, and elimination of hazards.
• Ability to plan, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinates.
• Must meet physical standards commensurate with other Chief Officers.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to give and follow written and oral instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to interact with other City employees, public safety agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to teach applicable topics to both large and small groups.
• Ability to use and wear all required personal protective gear and equipment.

Work Environment- Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

• Varying, inclement outdoor weather conditions and in extreme heat and cold non-weather conditions.
• Exposure to mechanical and other hazardous fluids, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Work in high, dangerous places and near mechanical moving parts.
• Exposure to loud or very loud noise.
• Work in hazardous traffic conditions.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Exceptional visual acuity including clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less, three-dimensional vision, and ability to distinguish colors.
• Precise hand-eye coordination to operate equipment.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, stand, and walk while performing office work and responding to emergency situations.
• Frequently required to drive, grasp, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl during emergency situations.
• Repetitive wrist, hand, and/or finger movement while operating fire equipment or office machines.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Hours/Days

48-on; 96-off rotating, potential emergency on call or Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Starting Salary Promotional Increase Pay Grade F6 Number of Positions Available To establish an eligibility roster Deadline to Apply 10/21/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Required documents:

Submission of a prepared resume is required.

Submission of a Fire Battalion Chief letter, explaining why you are the best candidate for the position.

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program