Deputy Fire Chief

Govtjobs; Pacifica (CA); On-site; USD 226,000 - 237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS retirement

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Pacifica is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief to lead emergency services delivery, disaster preparedness, training, and quality assurance. This role commands divisions, steps in as Fire Chief in absence, and oversees budget development along with policy creation.

Ideal candidate brings 5+ years in a command role and a Bachelor's in public administration or fire tech. California Chief Officer Certification preferred; valid CA driver’s license required. Comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of municipal fire administration, prevention, suppression, investigation, and code enforcement.
• Knowledge of handling hazardous materials, rescue, and medical emergencies.
• Budget development, administration and accountability; staff supervision.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate administrative functions across divisions.
• Assume command at emergencies in Chief's absence.
• Develop and administer operating and capital budgets.
• Develop policies and supervise staff performance evaluations.
• Represent the City with public and professional organizations.
• Prepare directives and reports for department.”

Skills

Fire administration

Hazardous materials

Budgeting

Policy development

Staff supervision

Public speaking

Emergency command

Interagency relations

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location

170 Santa Maria Avenue Pacifica, 94044

Description

Deputy Fire Chief

Fire

Full Time, Exempt, Benefitted

$20,266.00 - $21,213.00 monthly

DEFINITION

Under administrative direction, is responsible for the delivery of emergency services, including disaster preparedness, training and professional development and quality assurance/quality improvement.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Deputy Chief commands assigned divisions of the department. In the absence of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief will assume command of the Fire Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction administration from the Fire Chief. Supervises any or all of the sworn and non-sworn professional, administrative, technical and support personnel within the Operations, Support or Administrative Bureaus of the Department

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Manages a wide range of administrative assignments including planning, organizing and directing


• Assists in supervising and coordinating various functions, including assuming command at emergencies,


• Prepares and administers the operating and capital projects budgets.


• Assists in the development of policies and procedures


• Manages a variety of personnel issues, including selecting, training, motivating and evaluating the work of staff.


• Researches and evaluates modern fire protection practices.


• Completes and reviews employee performance evaluations and takes appropriate action.


• Represents the City and Fire Agencies through professional interactions with the public, community groups, and professional organizations.


• Prepares directives, completes a variety of technical and departmental reports and projects.


• Acts as Chief in the Fire Chief's absence


• Performs other duties as assignment or required.

Job PDF: Deputy Fire Chief (E2).pdf

Ideal Candidate

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and procedures of municipal fire administration, including prevention, suppression, investigation, damage control and code enforcement.


• Principles, practices, techniques and equipment used in medical, chemical and hazardous materials, rescue and medical and a variety of other emergency responses.


• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision.


• Principles and practices of budget development, administration and accountability.


• Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups and various business, professional, educational and regulatory organizations.


• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.


• Applicable laws, codes and regulations

Skill/Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards and internal controls for the department.


• Establish innovative programs and appropriate courses of action,


• Set priorities and anticipate and solve problems.


• Be flexible and creative,


• Handle a variety of projects.


• ork effectively with elected officials, management staff and employees.


• Analyze a variety of administrative and organizational problems and make sound policy and procedural recommendations.


• Work well with the Fire Chief through effective communications, staff work and broad management perspective.


• Work effectively with multiple councils, boards, and commissions.


• Plan, organize, administer, coordinate, review and evaluate a comprehensive fire prevention, suppression, investigation and medical services program


• Administer programs and the work of staff directly and through a subordinate level of supervision.


• Select, train, motivate and evaluate the work of staff.


• Provide for the training and professional development of staff.


• Interpret, apply and explain complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances.


• Effectively represent the department and each member city in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups and various business, professional, educational, regulatory and legislative organizations.


• Communicate in a clear, effective and concise way both orally and in writing.


• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures and other written materials.


• Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment


• Utilize work related computer applications


• Make effective public presentations.


• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education and Training: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Experience: Fire service experience including at least five years in a command position such as Battalion Chief or above.


• Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in public administration, fire technology, or related field.

Certifications:

California State Fire Marshal's Chief Officer Certification

License:

Must possess a valid California class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting; strength and mobility to operate a motor vehicle and take command at a fire or emergency scene; vision sufficient to observe emergency scenes and investigations and to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to sufficient to communicate in person, before groups and over the telephone and/or radio.


• Other Requirements: Must be willing to pass a background investigation, including fingerprinting. Must be willing to work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations and work with exposure to difficult circumstances, including exposure to dangerous situations, hazardous materials and in all weather conditions.

Benefits

The City of Pacifica provides a highly competitive compensation and benefits package that includes the following:

• Retirement: California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS):


• Safety Tier One - 3.0% @ 55 years of age for CalPERS classic members


• Safety Tier Two – 2.0% @ 50 – 2.7% @ 57 pension formula shall apply to those hired on or after January 1, 2013.


• The employee's share of the CalPERS contribution is deducted from salary and will be 10.5% for classic members and 50% of normal cost plus an additional 5.0%. The City does not contribute to Social Security.


• Health Benefits: Health benefits are offered through the CalPERS Health Program. The City will contribute toward the cost of health benefits to cover a majority of the premium, based on coverage level. Health In-Lieu Payment Plan: The City will pay a monthly taxable $550 in –lieu payment who certifies eligibility for health coverage through another group health plan and who declines coverage.


• The City contributes toward a dental insurance plan and vision plan for employee and all eligible dependents.


• Life insurance premium in the amount of two (2) times annual salary up to $200,000


• Long term disability insurance (to begin sixty days after onset of non-work-related illness or injury)


• Long-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance: City provides paid long-term disability and life insurance coverage through Voya Financial, and an Employee Assistance Program through CONCERN.


• May participate in the 457 deferred compensation plan with one of three offered plans.


• Accrual begins at ten (11) days annually and increases based upon years of service.


• Twelve (12) days per calendar year


• 72 hours per fiscal year


• Thirteen (13) holidays (includes two floating holidays pro-rated based upon hire date) per year


• Position is a member of Teamsters Local 350 and serves a twelve (12) month probationary period.

Special Instructions

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. Employment decisions, including hiring, promotion, discipline, and termination, are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and the community we serve.

Recruitment Contact

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