Fire Battalion Chief (Fire Marshal)

The City of Lodi Fire Department is seeking an experienced professional to work as a Fire Battalion Chief assigned as Fire Marshal to provide expertise and leadership.

CalPERS Retirement, Deferred Compensation - Three percent (3%) Match, Excellent benefits, 9/80 Work Schedule, and more...

Work Where You Live - The City of Lodi is home to 65,000 residents, ideally located adjacent to Highway 99 and I-5, 34 miles south of Sacramento, 10 miles north of Stockton and 90 miles east of San Francisco.  The City of Lodi is a community surrounded by lush parks, wineries, museums, a lake and open space.  

The selected candidate must pass an extensive background and criminal investigation check. This is an open until filled recruitment and may close at any time without prior notice. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list.

Job descriptions are intended to present a broad and general range of duties which includes, purpose, responsibilities, and scope of work. Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Under direction, responsible for the supervision of all personnel and operations of a shift or heads a specialized unit such as training; responsible for both emergency and non-emergency activities of several companies; commands emergency response scenes; performs related work as assigned.

The Fire Battalion Chief is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of on-duty fire suppression personnel, apparatus, and equipment; responsible for acting as on-scene incident commander of responses to fire, rescue, and medical calls.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

When assigned to: Battalion Chief (Fire Marshal)

Oversees the Fire Prevention Bureau assigned to the Fire Administration following a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule;

Has knowledge of the California Fire Code and Building Code.  Enforce the Lodi Municipal Code as it pertains to Fire Prevention;

Plans, implements, and coordinates Fire Prevention and protection activities;

Maintain records, prepare reports, and maintain accurate and up-to-date fire protection records and databases.

Build and foster working relationships within the City;

Conduct fire inspections and investigations to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective action. Ensure compliance with all State-mandated inspections;

Conducts a continual community risk reduction assessment and provides recommendations to the Fire Chief on mitigating those risks;

Reviews and evaluates plans and specifications for new construction and renovations to ensure fire safety compliance;

Respond to emergency incidents as needed and provide support and direction during fire suppression activities or other emergencies when requested;

Develop and deliver fire safety education and training programs for the public and local businesses;

Oversee the Fire Department's social media program;

Oversee the Fire Investigations Unit (FIU) and attend FIU regional team meetings;

Maintain membership in professional organizations related to Fire Prevention and related professional discipline, attend workshops, seminars, and other similar activities designed to advance the professional development for the position;

Related work as assigned by the Fire Chief.

When assigned to: Battalion Chief (Fire Suppression) 

Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures; interprets policies and procedures and ensures their proper application.

Plans, organizes, assigns, and evaluates the work of staff and shift operational activities; makes staff assignments to fire stations. Supervises Fire Captains and works with them to coordinate the work of a shift.

Serves as Incident Commander at emergency scenes; supervises response to emergency fire, medical aid, hazardous material, rescue, and other situations and directs companies responding to the emergency. Briefs superior officers concerning emergencies, reviews strategy and tactics being employed, and turns over command when relieved.

Coordinates the repair and maintenance of equipment and fire apparatus; monitors changes in equipment and methods and recommends incorporation into department activities.

Provides for the selection of staff; evaluates employee performance and counsels’ employees regarding work performance and procedures; administers discipline, receives and acts on grievances.

Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports; responsible for maintenance of vacation and holiday records.

Assists the Fire Prevention Division and supervises the assignment of personnel to the shift inspection program; assists with the development and delivery of the department training program.

Participates in public relations and public education programs. 

Participates in the Fire Department’s Labor/Management process. May assume the duties and responsibilities of the Fire Administrative Officers in their absence.

Related work as assigned by the Fire Chief.

Knowledge of:

Supervisory principles and practices, including work organization and delegation, training, and evaluation;

Principles, techniques, material, equipment, and strategy and tactics used in fire suppression, investigation, prevention, and incident command; Principles and practices of providing emergency medical response;

Hazardous material and chemical spill response; 

Applicable state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations; 

Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work; 

The geographical layout of the City and the location of various fire suppression utilities;

Principles of Training.

Ability to:

Make appropriate plans and tactical decisions in response situations;

Plan, assign, direct, review, and evaluate the work of others;

Assess emergency incidents and develop, implement, and direct appropriate response strategies;

Develop and conduct classroom and practical training courses and programs;

Render emergency medical care at the basic life support level;

Establish and maintain cooperative effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work;

Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials;

Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Any combination equivalent to education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.   A typical combination is:

Education:

Associate of Arts degree or equivalent in fire science, business administration, personnel management, or a related field.  A Bachelor’s degree in fire science, business administration, personnel management, or a related field from an accredited university or college is highly desirable.

Experience:

Two years of full-time experience equivalent to a Fire Captain.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of the appropriate Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements, as mandated by the California Commercial Vehicle Code.

Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.

Certification as a State of California Fire Officer or equivalent, Chief Fire Officer certificate preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to participate in the Lodi Fire Department Physical Fitness Program.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

Possession of a California State Fire Marshal ICS 1-400

Possession of California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, and Fire Marshal and/or IFSAC or ProBoard Inspector I, II, and Ill.

California State Fire Marshal /CSFM Plans Examiner

National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer or California State Fire Marshal Chief Fire Officer.

Possession of California State Fire Marshal's three classes in Fire Investigation.

Possession of ICC Certification as Fire Inspector and Plan Checker.

PC832 Arrest and Firearms Certification

Must be actively working on completing California State Fire Marshal course work related to the Fire prevention/Fire Marshal Tract.

2-years of experience of fire prevention experience. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must possess strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and patients weighing up to 150 pounds and be able to wear self-contained breathing apparatus. 

See well enough to drive vehicles, read small print on documents and maps; detect subtle shades of color; hear and speak well enough to communicate over the telephone, radio, and in person; voice clarity to command during emergency operations; verbal skills to be understood orally in person, on the telephone, or the radio; hearing adequate to hear and respond to instructions both in person and on the radio; vision to properly operate equipment and perform firefighting and rescue operations; bodily movement to swiftly climb ladders, and work in confined spaces; meet requirements for wearing safety equipment; use of fingers and hands to write, operate equipment, drive a vehicle, operate a computer  keyboard; stamina to perform administrative functions and meet physical and mental demands during an extended emergency. 
 
 While performing the duties, employees of this class are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret financial and statistical data, information, and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and apply mathematical reasoning and abstract statistical concepts; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with staff, the public, and others encountered in the course of work. Incumbents must be willing to respond to emergencies; attend meetings, seminars, conferences, and schools during or after normal work hours; travel out of town or out of state for several days at a time; wear a uniform when appropriate; work under adverse conditions such as those inherent in emergencies.

Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb to perform various firefighting/rescue duties: manual dexterity to use tools and equipment; physical strength to operate heavy equipment including firefighting apparatus and rescue equipment, and to lift and carry people with or without the assistance of varying sizes and weights; ability to reach, push, pull, grab and carry equipment of varying sizes and weights.

May be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to odors, toxic agents, machinery, explosives, dust, noise, and smoke.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary : $138,089 - $167,848