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GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs general administrative and managerial duties assisting to oversee the day-to-day operations and activities of the department; provides administrative assistance to the Fire Chief related to planning, organizing, directing, staffing, and coordinating fire prevention and suppression activities within the city.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Fire Chief
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides close general supervision to Fire Captain(s), Firefighter(s) and Emergency Medical personnel during training and on a project-by-project basis. Serves as incident commander when assigned. Oversees recruitment, training, discipline, and performance for all subordinate staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Acts as liaison between the Executive Committee and officers; assists to plan, direct, and administer fire operations prevention and suppression programs of the city; recommends and implements city policy as established by the chief; recommends changes in fire ordinances and codes; determines essential resources needed to achieve program objectives and allocates resources to various phases of department operations.
Assists in the preparation and administration of department budget; recommends ordering of fire and medical equipment and supplies; writes specifications and oversees purchasing processes; evaluates Fire and EMS equipment options; collects and reviews bids and makes recommendations for purchase; assists with monitoring expenditures to assure conformity to established fiscal guidelines; prepares and writes reports on department activity. Coordinates with local, state, and federal guidelines to ensure unified response efforts.
May assist Captains in the development of training curriculum related to fire prevention, suppression, investigation, equipment maintenance, hazardous materials handling and firefighting tactics and methods; serves as member of local emergency planning committee.
Exercises supervision over department personnel; implements policies, rules and regulations as deemed necessary and expedient for the department; assigns and evaluates work; disciplines personnel when necessary.
Assists with interviewing, screening, and hiring of new department members; supervises and coordinates the training of new personnel; participates in the planning and implementation of fire drills; conducts department meetings; updates and informs personnel of new policy changes or procedures.
Conducts public meetings or issues public notices to inform citizens of fire hazards and other emergencies in the community and activities of the Fire department; enforces rules and regulations established for protection of life and property; may make presentations to schools and civic groups; develops and maintains good public relations with the community.
Manages day-to-day station house maintenance and general upkeep programs and schedules; assures upkeep
and functional operation of all equipment and firefighting apparatus; conducts equipment and personnel evaluations
and assessments to assure department readiness to deliver efficient and effective response to fire and emergencies.
Manages and maintains computer data base files and programs; assists and trains staff in use of computer system, controls access and security as needed to maintain file integrity; oversees the generation of statistical reports; prepares Utah Fire Incident Report (UFIRS) and National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) reports; delivers quarterly reports to the State Fire Marshal's office; develops data entry windows as needed to accommodate special needs or projects of the department.
Responds to fire and medical calls as available and may performs as incident commander; directs department personnel in the performance of their duties; makes decisions concerning effective fire strategy, water source usage, overhaul, removal of property, and blockading streets or other entrances while a fire is in progress for the protection of life and property.
Attends public gatherings to ensure observance of fire safety requirements, standards, and regulations; conducts tours for interest groups.
Performs related duties as required.