Assistant Chief of Administration, Health, Safety, and Logistics

Chenega Professional Services Strategic Business Unit; Florida; Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Chenega Professional Services Strategic Business Unit is seeking an Assistant Chief of Administration, Health, Safety, and Logistics to lead strategic direction and oversight of health/safety programs, logistics, compliance, and administrative functions for the Fire Department.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, you will exercise independent judgment in program development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure personnel safety, readiness, and mission success.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible fire service experience.
• Two (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience in personnel management or operational oversight.
• Experience developing or administering occupational safety, health, compliance, risk management, or emergency response programs preferred.
• Must possess and maintain Pro Board and/or IFSAC Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector II, Fire Officer III, Hazardous Materials Incident Commander, Health and Safety Officer, Incident Safety Officer.
• NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
• Successful pass of background and drug screening.

Responsabilités

• Administer programs supporting health, wellness, fitness, injury prevention, medical surveillance, rehabilitation, and return-to-work initiatives.
• Coordinate health maintenance activities to improve workforce readiness and operational performance.
• Collaborate with medical providers and stakeholders on employee health and wellness matters.
• Serve as Incident Safety Officer (ISO) per NFPA 1521 and department standards.
• Participate as a command staff member within the Incident Management System during emergencies.
• Monitor incident activities, conditions, and action plans to identify hazards.
• Evaluate operational risks and advise on risk mitigation strategies.
• Alter/suspend operations presenting imminent danger to personnel or assets.
• Communicate hazards, controls, and risk exposures to incident leadership.
• Develop/ deliver incident safety briefings and risk assessments.
• Supervise Assistant Incident Safety Officers as needed.
• Conduct post-incident safety reviews and program improvements.
• Coordinate with Logistics Officer to ensure resources are available.
• Support Emergency Operations Center activities as required.
• Advise leadership on safety, compliance, risk, and emergency issues.
• Participate in safety committees and working groups.
• Develop policy and resource recommendations.
• Maintain records, reports, certifications, and documentation.

Connaissances

Fire service leadership

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

ICS/NIMS proficiency

Communications

MS Office & fire service systems

Formation

Associate degree in Fire Science or related field

Outils

MS Office

Fire service management systems

Description du poste

Summary

The Assistant Chief of Administration, Health, Safety, and Logistics serves as a key member of the Fire Department's leadership team and is responsible for the strategic direction, administration, and oversight of departmental health and safety programs, logistics operations, risk management initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, and administrative functions. Reporting directly to the Fire Chief, this position exercises independent judgment and decision-making authority in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to ensure personnel safety, operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and mission effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Administer programs supporting employee health, wellness, fitness, injury prevention, medical surveillance, rehabilitation, and return-to-work initiatives.


• Coordinate health maintenance activities designed to improve workforce readiness and operational performance.


• Collaborate with medical providers, occupational health personnel, and organizational stakeholders regarding employee health and wellness matters.


• Serve as the department's primary Incident Safety Officer (ISO) in accordance with NFPA 1521 and applicable departmental standards.


• Participate as a command staff member within the Incident Management System during emergency operations.


• Monitor emergency incident activities, operational conditions, and incident action plans to identify actual or potential hazards.


• Evaluate operational risks and provide recommendations to Incident Command regarding personnel safety and risk mitigation strategies.


• Exercise authority to alter, suspend, or stop operations that present imminent danger to personnel, equipment, or mission objectives.


• Communicate identified hazards, controls, and risk exposures to incident leadership.


• Develop and deliver incident safety briefings and emergency risk assessments.


• Coordinate and supervise Assistant Incident Safety Officers as required to support incident operations.


• Conduct post-incident safety reviews, investigations, and program improvement assessments.


• Serve as Logistics Officer (LLO) as assigned and ensure operational resources, equipment, and materials are strategically acquired, maintained, and available to support mission requirements.


• Participate in emergency management planning and support Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activities as required.


• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding operational readiness, safety initiatives, compliance requirements, and emergency response capabilities.


• Advise the Fire Chief and department leadership on occupational safety, health, compliance, risk management, and emergency operations issues.


• Participate on internal and external committees, working groups, and safety councils.


• Develop recommendations regarding policy, operational improvements, program effectiveness, and resource requirements.


• Maintain required records, reports, certifications, and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and contractual requirements.


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum six (6) years of progressively responsible fire service experience.


• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory or leadership experience involving personnel management, resource allocation, or operational oversight.


• Experience developing, implementing, or administering occupational safety, health, compliance, risk management, or emergency response programs preferred.


• Must possess and maintain:


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Firefighter II.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Airport Firefighter.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Fire Instructor II.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Fire Inspector II.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Fire Officer III.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Hazardous Materials Incident Commander.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Health and Safety Officer.


• Pro Board and/or IFSAC Incident Safety Officer.


• NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.


• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Fire Science, Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.


• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of occupational safety and health principles, risk management practices, and fire service safety standards.


• Knowledge of NFPA standards, OSHA regulations, Air Force instructions, DoD guidance, and related regulatory requirements.


• Knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS).


• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations, directives, and technical guidance.


• Ability to evaluate operational hazards and develop effective risk mitigation strategies.


• Ability to research, analyze, and prepare technical reports, policies, procedures, and recommendations.


• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to exercise sound judgment and independent decision-making in complex and emergency situations.


• Effective oral presentation, written communication, and training delivery skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and applicable fire service management systems.