Essential Job Duties

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.
Highly responsible management and administrative work in the efficient delivery of emergency and non-emergency community-based service in a cost effective, innovative and pro-active manner. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager.
1. Maintain strong and active contacts with subordinates to discuss and review status of departmental work plans and other programs. Maintain communications.
2. Set broad policy objectives and monitor performance of subordinates targeted at the general administration and management of the department.
3. Prepares department budget for consideration and then exercises control over adopted budget ensuring budget is met by making adjustments as necessary to achieve objectives within available resources. Develop long range Capital Improvement Plans and implement programs aimed at compliance with these plans.
4. Advise City administration on community issues, policies and sources; make presentations to the City Commission, as necessary.
5. Meet with supervisors and peers to identify organizational issues and solutions.
6. Formulate strategic operational plans with subordinates for major operations. Support and participate in team building and organizational development programs.
7. Review and approve recommended disciplinary actions; recommend hiring and firing.
8. May supervise or command major emergencies.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Knowledge of management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of modern practices in firefighting, emergency medical services, hazardous materials incident control and disaster preparedness.
• Ability to lead and motivate an organization and group of people.
• Ability to foster innovation within the department.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to advocate management rights without alienating employees.
• Skill at making public presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Medical Service, Organizational Management or related; supplemented by ten (10) years of progressively responsible full-time paid experience in a fire department or related municipal service, five (5) of which shall have been acquired in a managerial capacity, preferably at the level of a Chief Officer (Chief, Assistant Chief, Battalion Chief, Division Chief). Must possess a State of Florida Firefighter Standards Certificate, and a valid State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license with a clean driving record. Certificates and/or licenses must remain valid for the period of employment.
For application purposes, a valid drivers license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E ) may be utilized, and the ability to obtain the State of Florida license within thirty (30 days from the date of employment is required.
Preferred Education and Requirements:
Masters degree in public administration or closely related field
Graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program
Achieved Chief Fire Officer designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence
Possess State of Florida Fire Inspector I Certification
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

Supplemental Information

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Must meet physical requirements as indicated for State Certification.
• Must endure sustained acts of physical exhaustion and endure periods of duty under unfavorable and life-threatening situations.
• Light (up to 25 pounds) lifting and carrying
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Walking
• Standing
• Driving

• Works inside and occasionally outside in emergency situations and various weather conditions.