What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Chief position at Mosier Fire District?
The Fire Chief is responsible for the management, planning, organizing, and overseeing all fire suppression, prevention, emergency medical services, and administrative support functions of the Mosier Fire District to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of such services.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the fire chief will administer, plan, direct, and control all aspects of the fire district including administration, fire suppression, fire prevention, and EMS activities of the department. Administrative duties comprise planning, directing, and controlling all fire department activities including recruitment of personnel, purchase of equipment, control of expenditures, development and management of operational policies and procedures, preparation of budget estimates, and the assignment of personnel and equipment. The fire chief consults with the Board of Directors on issues of personnel, policy and planning, and budget matters, but works independently in supervising technical operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains and implements the Standard Of Coverage for the Fire District
- Establish and implement Operational Guidelines and Policies to support the standard of cover based on best practices such as those found in SDAO
- Develop and implement training programs, following accepted standards, to support the operational guidelines and policies of the Fire District.
- Ensures adequate records are kept of all required maintenance and training.
- Recruits, develops, and retains personnel sufficient to execute the operational guidelines and policies of the Fire District.
- Prepare and submit an annual budget and long-range plan and control expenditures within approved limits.
- Develop and maintain a long-range capital plan to keep pace with development.
- Maintain an effective working relationship with all local, regional, and state government departments and carry out such additional duties as requested by the Board of Directors.
- Ensure that inquiries and complaints regarding fire district activities or responsibilities are handled promptly, efficiently, effectively, and with courtesy.
- Liaise with representatives of neighboring fire districts to ensure adequate mutual aid agreements are in place and maintained as required by the Standards Of Coverage.
- Participate in the local and regional emergency planning process.
- Participate in Fire Chiefs' Association at the local, regional, and state levels.
- Controls the expenditure of departmental appropriations for the District.
- Evaluate the need for and recommend the purchase of new equipment and supplies.
- Plans for and reviews specifications for new or replacement equipment including apparatus.
- Plans and implements Fire and EMS programs for the department to better carry out the policies and goals including those outlined in the various City Codes, Ordinances, and State Fire Code.
- Supervises preparation of long-range plans for the development of the Fire District
- Reviews Departmental performance and effectiveness and prepares annual report
- Responds to alarms when necessary and directs activities at the scene of emergencies as required.
- Assumes the role as Incident Commander
- Responsible for the inspection of buildings and other properties for fire hazards and enforces local fire prevention ordinances as well as the State Fire Code.
- Formulates and implements personnel and operational programs and/or policies to alleviate deficiencies.
- Meets with elected or appointed officials, other Fire/EMS officials, community and business representatives, and the public on all aspects of the District's activities.
- Prepares and submits monthly reports to Mosier Fire Board regarding the District’s activities.
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates Fire District personnel
- Prepare a variety of other reports as appropriate including the annual report of activities.
- Attends and participates in public functions concerning fire prevention and control.
- Conducts or assists in the investigation of fire causes, origins, and circumstances
- Responsible for cleanliness, maintenance, and safety of office, stations, grounds, apparatus, and equipment.
- Carry out additional duties as requested by the Board of Directors
AUXILIARY JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Attends conferences and meetings to keep current with trends in the field as required.
- Represents the Mosier Fire Department in a variety of local, county, and state meetings.
- Responds to citizen and public official inquiries and requests.
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of modern emergency medical, fire suppression, prevention, and Incident Command methods, principles, practices, and procedures.
- Fire Department administration, training methods and techniques, fire prevention, and emergency medical laws and ordinances.
- Have a thorough knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
- Have a background and direct experience in fire prevention and code enforcement activities.
- Maintain a high level of professional Firefighter code of ethics.
- Skill in the operation of fire and EMS tools and equipment.
- Ability to train, supervise, and lead personnel.
- Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
- Ability to effectively give and receive verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the Board of Directors, city council, volunteers, other Fire Districts, and the public.
- Knowledge of applicable aspects of emergency management and hazard mitigation methods.
- Must be efficient with the use of computer programs.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
- Ability to meet department physical demands.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES:
- Must possess the ability to lead and motivate personnel
- Must attend District meetings and training sessions.
- Attend Regional Fire Chief Association meetings and emergency planning meetings.
- Must work cooperatively with surrounding fire districts
- Expected to be available and/or reachable twenty-four hours per day, 365 days per year, with the exception of illness, scheduled leaves of absence or scheduled time off, and/or scheduled vacation time.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State of Oregon Drivers License without a record of suspension or revocation in any state.
- All candidates must pass an Oregon State CJIS LEDS criminal background check to be hired. Information: http://www.oregon.gov/osp/cjis/pages/adminrules.aspx
JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree from an accredited college in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field. Consideration may be given to applicants without a degree but meeting all other minimum qualifications.
- Possess and maintain DPSST Fire Fighter II or equivalent, DPSST Fire Instructor I or equivalent, DPSST Fire Officer I or equivalent, National Registry Emergency Medical Technician B or higher (or ability to obtain within the first year of employment).
- Possess and maintain ICS 100, 200, 300, 400 and 700 certificates.
- Possesses the skills, experience, and certification to assume command of a Type 4 or lower incident.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is performed in offices, vehicles, and outdoor settings in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes during day and night shifts.
- Work is often performed in emergencies and stressful situations.
- Work is physically demanding and stressful
- Individuals are exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance. Potentially including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.
- The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and loud in emergencies.
SALARY:
Dependent on qualifications
TO APPLY:
Applicants must email a cover letter detailing their experience meeting the essential duties, necessary knowledge/abilities, and job qualification requirements from the Mosier Fire Chief job description, resume, and professional certifications. Please indicate starting salary or benefits requests on a separate document. Applications will be accepted from 2/14/25 to midnight 4/31/25, or until the position is filled.
We accept email applications only. Please send to:
jobs@mosierfire.com
Attn: Hiring Committee, Mosier Fire Dept.
RE: Fire Chief job opening
Qualified veterans and candidates already living or having access to housing in the Columbia River Gorge will be given application priority.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Experience:
- Command: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Mosier, OR 97040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mosier, OR 97040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,000