What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Department Battalion Chief position at City of Johnston, IA?

Salary : $104,954.00 - $120,698.00 Annually

Location : Johnston, IA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : FD_25_BATTCHF_02182025

Department : Fire

Opening Date : 02 / 18 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 7 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Central

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated fire service professional with a passion for leadership and a commitment to community safety.

Join our dynamic team as a Battalion Chief where your leadership will shape the future of our department. As a Battalion Chief, you'll oversee operations, mentor dedicated firefighters, and ensure the highest standards of service. If you're ready to ignite your career and be a pivotal force in protecting and serving our community, we want to hear from you!

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Examples of Duties :

Battalion Chiefs are members of the Senior Staff and report directly to a Deputy Fire Chief.
Battalion Chiefs will be assigned program management responsibilities in one of several areas

supporting fire department operations.

Battalion Chiefs will be assigned as Shift Supervisors / Commanders (assigned to one of the three shifts). Appointments in areas of command will be determined by the Fire Chief and may be subject to change.

Performs various administrative functions and tasks to assist the Fire Chief in administering and managing the fire department.

Notifies the Fire Chief of all emergency situations or major incidents and matters of importance to the department.

Prepares written reports and verbal presentations.

Maintains discipline and keeps personnel informed of changes in operating guidelines.

Supervise Fire / Rescue / EMS crews during emergency and non-emergency operations.

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Typical Qualifications :

Education / Experience :

Minimum of 7 years of fire service experience.

Possess an AA / AS in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Service, Emergency Management, Public Administration or a closely related field as approved by the Fire Chief OR have equivalent amount of college credits (at least 65 credits) and actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree with completion within 1 year of appointment.

Minimum of 3 years of Paramedic-level experience.

Must be a Lieutenant (1 year).

Skills :

Ability to work safely and efficiently with little direct supervision

Ability to direct activities of crew members and multiple crews at emergency scenes and non-emergency activities

Ability to manage large projects and programs

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Licenses :

All licenses and certifications listed below must be valid and up to date.

Fire Officer 1 required. Fire Officer II (preferred)

Fire Instructor 1 required. Fire Instructor II (preferred)

Fire Inspector 1 required.

Fire Investigator (preferred)

Iowa Paramedic certification or equivalent to apply. Iowa Paramedic required at time of appointment.

NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800

Valid Iowa Drivers' License within 90 Days of hire.

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The City of Johnston is committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work / life balance.

Detailed information, including coverage and contribution amounts, is available on the City's Employee Benefit Console at The class code log on is CityofJohnston (all one word and case specific).

Employee Benefit Offerings

MEDICAL

The City offers two medical plan options for employees to choose from :

Option 1 : Traditional Wellmark PPO Plan

Premium Contributions vary by employee group - see EBC for additional information

500 single / $1000 family deductible

1500 single / $3000 family Out of Pocket Maximum

25 Primary Care Office Visit Copay

35 Specialist Office Visit Copay

200 Emergency Room Copay (followed by deductible and coinsurance)

Prescription Drug Copays

Tier 1 - $10

Tier 2 - $35

Tier 3 - $50

Biosimilars - $75

Specialty - $100

Option 2 : High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account

The City also makes a monthly contribution to eligible employees participating in a Health Savings Account with the city's banking partner.

Employee Only - $100

Employee Spouse - $130

Employee Children - $130

Family - $175

2500 Single / $5000 Family deductible

2500 Single / $5000 Family Out of Pocket maximum

DENTAL

Delta Dental of Iowa PPO - Checkups Plus

Annual Deductible - $15 employee only, $45 family

Preventive Care - 100%, deductible waived

Basic Coverage - 90 / 10 after deductible

Major Coverage - 50 / 50 after deductible

Annual Maximum - $1500

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability - Including Tax Choice

City pays 100% of the monthly premium for these coverages.

Tax Choice - choose annually to pay tax on the premium to receive tax free benefit payment.

Life and AD&D Insurance

City pays 100% of the monthly premium

1x salary coverage

Voluntary coverage is available with maximum of 5x salary or $300,000 in $10,000 increments. Guarantee issue of $100,000

Spousal coverage is also available in $5000 increments to a $100,000 max (not to exceed employee's coverage) Guarantee issue of $10,000

Child(ren) coverage is available in $2500 increments to a max of $10,000

IPERS / 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Voya RIC

Vision

Voluntary coverage - Delta Vision EyeMed

Employer paid through Employee & Family Resources Employee Assistance Program. Offers online, in-person, or telephone consultations with experienced counselors on a variety of topics.

Symetra Accident & Critical Ilness

Voluntary coverage

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