Deputy Chief of Operations

• The Deputy Chief of Operations provides leadership, direction, management, coordination, evaluation, and mentor-ship of the overall operational functions of the Territory and its personnel. In performing the various functions of the position, the Deputy Chief must interact with members from all divisions and levels of the Territory and members of the community.
• The Deputy Chief must be able to direct, coordinate, and/or manage complex operations, analyze challenges quickly, and take action under stress. 
• The Deputy Chief may sometimes be required to read and analyze technical literature, write and edit materials for multiple purposes, handle complex public and territory contacts, and deliver lectures. As determined by specific circumstances, the manner of interaction will range from supervisor to subordinate, instructor to student, and information source to problem solver.
• The Deputy Chief shall encourage group input and participation in meetings, training, and delegation of projects and tasks as appropriate.
• The Deputy Chief must possess skills in emergency scene management and personnel leadership. 
• The Deputy Chief should know the areas of general administration and budgets. 
• The Deputy Chief must possess scheduling flexibility. It will be required at times to attend meetings, training sessions, and any other after-hours situations that may arise where a senior chief officer may be needed. 
• The Deputy Chief must know and comply with Brownsburg Fire Territory policies, procedures, and operating guidelines. Structure and function of the Territory, local and county governments, as well as local, state, and federal laws affecting employment practices, budgeting and funding, federal laws affecting employment practices, administration,
  management, and supervisory practices.
• The Deputy Chief is required to be available for emergency responses and unanticipated difficulties outside of regular business hours. Transportation will be provided as part of the on-call function, as a response may be necessary at any incident.
• The Deputy Chief of Operations is appointed and removed by the Fire Chief and serves at their discretion. This position may additionally serve as a shift commander.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are general guidelines for this position; other duties may be assigned:

• The Deputy Chief of Operations oversees communications, training, apparatus replacement in fire stations, ISO and emergency medical services, and other operational items, which include operating guidelines.
• The Deputy Chief assists with overall direction and control of the Territory.
• The Deputy Chief will maintain a comprehensive system of services to assure response readiness of emergency apparatus and personnel, maximize the life expectancy of Territory apparatus, and protect taxpayer investment in the Territories material resources.
• The Deputy Chief provides forecasting and planning for expansion and growth needs to accommodate the development of the Territory. In performing this part of the job, the Deputy Chief meets with senior-level territory personnel to identify the goals and objectives of the Territory and to guide the development and implementation of policies, programs, and procedures to achieve these goals and objectives.
• The Deputy Chief must maintain the Territory's accepted level of physical fitness as required and described by Territory policy. This includes the current work performance evaluation (WPE) (If an employee is a sworn member) and the department's annual physical. This may occasionally be modified or amended if the fire chief feels it is needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develop attainable goals and objectives within the areas supporting the Territory mission's achievement. 
• Supervises personnel as outlined in the Territory's organizational chart.
• Coordinates with those areas of responsibilities on budgeting.
• Prioritizes projects and resources as necessary to achieve the Town's mission. 
• Continually evaluates outcomes of plans and projects and effectiveness of all areas and modifies as appropriate. 
• Oversees promoting, training, and operational risk management.
• Review training required overnight or out-of-state travel with the training chief. 
• Assists in planning, organizing, and coordinating Territory special events as needed. 
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and programs. 
• Assists in responses to significant incidents and performs in either command or support functions.
• Assists in preparing annual reports, news releases, correspondence, and memos.
• Assists the Deputy Chief of Administration as needed. 
• Supervises the day-to-day operations of fire suppression, hazardous materials remediation, technical rescues, emergency medical services, and daily training activities for personnel. 
• Is third in command and fills in as the Fire Chief after the Deputy Chief of Administration.
• Responsible for any other administrative duties as assigned by the Fire Chief.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy Chief of Operations acts as the Operation Chief, which includes supervision of personnel outlined in the Territory's organizational chart. This employee will carry out supervisory responsibilities by the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include training employees, planning, scheduling, assigning, and directing work, performance evaluations, disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.