Deputy Fire Chief & Emergency Services Leader

City of Homer; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Homer is seeking a Full-Time Deputy Fire Chief to lead and coordinate fire and rescue operations, personnel, and training at the Homer Fire Department.

Requirements include eight years of emergency services experience with at least three years at Captain or higher, NFPA Firefighter II certification, EMS experience, and enrollment in the NFPA Executive Fire Officer Program. Residency within 15 minutes of Fire Station 1 is required.

Qualifications

• Eight years' experience in emergency services, with at least three years at Captain or higher.
• IFSAC or Pro Board Firefighter II certification; EMS experience preferred.
• Enrollment in or graduation from NFPA Executive Fire Officer Program preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills for training and working with volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Fire Chief with managing and supervising fire and rescue services.
• Direct personnel, training, and operations.
• Recruitment and retention of volunteer emergency service personnel.
• Develop and supervise training programs for emergency personnel.
• Assist in budget preparation and department planning.
• May assume command at major alarms and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Emergency services leadership

Firefighter II certification

Instructor certification

EMS experience (EMT II/III or paramed​

Education

Associate Degree in Fire Science or related field

Executive Fire Officer Program enrollment preferred

Experience in combination paid/volunteer departments preferred

Job description

The City of Homer is seeking a Full-Time Deputy Fire Chief to lead and coordinate fire and rescue operations, personnel, and training at the Homer Fire Department.

Requirements include eight years of emergency services experience with at least three years at Captain or higher, NFPA Firefighter II certification, EMS experience, and enrollment in the NFPA Executive Fire Officer Program. Residency within 15 minutes of Fire Station 1 is required.