Pea Ridge Fire Department (Fire Chief)
Summary:
The Fire Chief is responsible for providing leadership and direction and to plan, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Fire Department by establishing goals and objectives within the vision of the governing body of Pea Ridge. The Fire Chief carries out these goals and objectives by estimating the department’s needs, preparing a budget, controlling expenditures, reviewing effectiveness of operations and personnel through direct and indirect supervision.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions will vary according to the work environment and may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assume full responsibility for the fire department services and activities including fire suppression, emergency medical, fire prevention and public education, and training programs and services.
Oversee the development and administration of the department budget; forecast the required funds needed for staffing, training, equipment, materials, supplies, and maintenance; approve expenditures and recommend budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary. Establish fire department goals and objectives to ensure compliance with the governing body and applicable local, state or federal laws, rules and regulations. Provide for the overall safety of personnel through the establishment and maintenance of effective training programs and operational practices that provide necessary skills and guidance to operate in a safe and effective manner.
Direct and supervise the activities of the administrative support personnel, fire marshal and command staff. Direction includes scheduling, assignment and review work, providing assistance, evaluating performance, administering discipline and making hiring, termination and pay change recommendations.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire suppression, emergency medical, hazardous materials and fire prevention.
Serve as a liaison to civic and special interest groups, local service organizations, and other municipal agencies.
Prepare a variety of reports and correspondence relating to department activities, direction, and accomplishments.
Represent the department to the governing body and other meetings to present the department’s plans, accomplishments, and to discuss the development and implementation of programs and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Exercises supervision over all employees within the department, either directly or indirectly through supervisors.
Educational/Experience:
Highschool diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree or 120 hours of higher education preferred, but not mandatory. 15 years of fire suppression experience including at least 5 years of upper level management/administrative experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to provide sufficient evidence of the successful performance of the essential elements of the job.
Certificates And Licenses:
A valid Arkansas State Driver’s License. Arkansas/National Registry EMT-B or higher.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; use hands or fingers to handle and feel; and use the telephone and computer while communicating with internal and external clients. Requires sufficient manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a personal computer and other standard office equipment. Employee may sit for several hours each day but will also need mobility and ability to stand and walk for periods of time, reach with hands and arms. Employee may need to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion. This position may require the employee to work under stressful conditions due to deadlines and time constraints.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work area is a typical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. From time to time work will require operations in an outdoor setting, in a variety of weather, terrain and noise.
Special Requirements:
1. Requires ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening examination and any subsequent testing.
2. Requires ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
3. Employee must be insurable under the District’s existing vehicle and umbrella liability insurance carrier.