Division Chief (McMinnville, OR 97128)
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE DUTIES
This position directs and manages the operations of the assigned Division.
1. Supervise, lead, and manage assigned department programs and work groups, which may include scheduling and assigning work, monitoring performance and success in meeting District goals, mentoring, coaching, and training related to safety, operations, EMS services and/or training programs.
2. Works with the Finance Manager to create, oversee, and manage the assigned Division budget.
3. Responsible for, or participates in the selection, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff and/or volunteers.
4. Subject to approved leave requests or approved activities out of District, be able to respond after hours in a reasonable amount of time, to major incidents or at the request of the Fire Chief or Incident Commander. May attend fire and emergency situations for various reasons including acting as Incident Commander, to identify training opportunities, and act as a resource or as part of an Emergency Response team in an Emergency Operations Center.
5. Coordinates functions, duties and activities with other agencies and organizations. Represents the District at designated events and with other fire or EMS service agencies and organizations.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position works under the general supervision and direction of the Fire Chief.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of any assigned fire, EMS, administrative or other career staff, and/or volunteers may be a function of this position depending on operational needs of the District. This position will assign work, and provide training and oversight to employees and volunteers, and advance specific projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
Principles, practices, methods, and procedures of emergency medical services and fire suppression operations, wildfire suppression, fire detection and cause determination and investigation, code enforcement, hazardous materials emergencies, rescue, terrorism driven incidents, and special operations.
The geography and water supply system of the District, contract areas, EMS response areas, and special target hazards in the District.
State and federal laws, District rules and policies, relating to fire suppression, EMS, the management of emergencies, and related programs.
Principles of Incident Command System.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Methods, materials and equipment used in fire suppression.
Flammable, hazardous, explosive, toxic materials and building construction for fire protection and fire hazards.
Familiarity with Word processing, spreadsheets, database, and desktop software programs.
Skills and Abilities
Operate with considerable independence; and make appropriate decisions in environments where there is immediate danger to life and safety.
Act quickly and calmly in emergency and training situations and assume command responsibilities and display command presence.
Assess and maintain firefighting/emergency medical readiness of assigned personnel.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Plan, prioritize, assign, and direct work of fire and EMS personnel, administrative staff, and/or volunteers.
Innovate, develop and implement effective training programs.
Express ideas clearly both verbally, and in writing; prepare clear and concise reports and review work of others for accuracy and completeness.
Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties, which may include any of the following: 1) the ability to wear and operate self-contained breathing apparatus; 2) the ability to climb stairs in a high-rise structure while wearing personal protective equipment; 3) the ability to climb ladders to assume responsibility for personnel working aloft; 4) occasionally perform prolonged and strenuous work in adverse conditions, as required.
Interact professionally and communicate effectively and appropriately with others, including responding to the public, citizens, District staff and others in a prompt, professional and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a fire station or fire administration setting, and inside and outside in emergency environments with exposure to all weather conditions. May be exposed to noise, dust, traffic, slippery surfaces, fumes, smoke, flames, chemicals, biohazards, and occasionally hostile and combative members of the public. Employees carry use and/or wear a variety of emergency equipment and tools. Physical demands of the work include use of legs, arms, and hands to walk, run, jump, lift, crouch, and kneel, often for extended periods of time without meals and breaks.
Senses of sight/hearing/smell/touch are necessary to help determine nature of emergency. At times, work will be both physically and mentally demanding, including emotionally disturbing scenes, including traumatic injuries and people suffering from disease and illness. Required to frequently lift and carry 1 to 75 pounds. Required to occasionally lift and carry 100+ pounds.
This position is not eligible to work remotely, except on an occasional basis, due to the essential work functions to provide public safety and/or emergency services.
