ARFF Battalion Chief, Airport Fire & Rescue Leadership

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey; New York (NY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a motivated fire service leader to serve as Battalion Chief of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) at LaGuardia Airport. Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, you will direct ARFF operations, supervise crews, maintain readiness, and drive improvements in the ARFF organization.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with initiative, accountability, and sound judgment, able to manage multiple priorities and coordinate with Airport

Qualifications

• 10 years of paid, full-time fire service experience with ARFF and supervisory leadership.
• Experience supervising personnel and commanding incidents using NIMS.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA Part 139 ARFF requirements and airport emergency planning.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct ARFF emergency operations and supervise crews.
• Set operational priorities with Deputy Fire Chief.
• Manage staffing, assignments, and readiness; act for Deputy Chief as needed.
• Ensure FAA Part 139 ARFF compliance and Airport Emergency Plan.
• Oversee training, qualifications, inspections, equipment readiness, and records.
• Mentor staff and manage budgets.
• Coordinate with airport ops, ATC, police, mutual aid, and other ARFF leaders.
• Respond to emergencies outside normal hours.

Skills

Aircraft ARFF

Incident command

NIMS principles

Supervisory experience

FAA Part 139

Training program design

Leadership

Communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a motivated fire service leader to serve as Battalion Chief of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) at LaGuardia Airport. Reporting to the Deputy Fire Chief, you will direct ARFF operations, supervise crews, maintain readiness, and drive improvements in the ARFF organization.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with initiative, accountability, and sound judgment, able to manage multiple priorities and coordinate with Airport