DEFINITIONTo supervise, plan, and coordinate the firefighting operations and activities of all stations during a single shift; to supervise and participate in activities involving fire suppression, hazardous materials response, fire prevention and inspection, and administration; and to provide staff assistance to the Assistant Fire Chiefs.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

1. Receives general direction from a Deputy Fire Chief.
2. Exercises direct supervision over certified fire personnel and clerical staff as assigned by the fire chief. \

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities of three stations during a single shift including fire suppression and rescue personnel.
2. Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities and projects; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
3. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for shift personnel; implement policies and procedures.
4. Plan, direct, and oversee the work assignments of fire personnel during and assigned shift.
5. Direct firefighting and rescue operations; respond to fire alarms and emergencies, assuming responsibility for the supervision, performance and safety of assigned firefighting personnel on the scene of any incident.
6. Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for needed equipment; monitor and control expenditures.
7. Direct the cleaning of quarters, equipment, and apparatus at a fire station.
8. Assist on coordinating the maintenance and repair of fire suppression equipment and facilities, such as hydrants, trucks, and support equipment; maintain station supplies.
9. Obtain and otherwise preserve evidence at fire scene.
10. Assist in performing fire and hazardous material inspections of buildings to ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, and regulations; respond to hazardous materials incidents as necessary.
11. Participate in monitoring employee performance objectives; prepare employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures; assist in handling employee grievances.
12. Conduct fire prevention inspections and attempt to educate the general public in fire prevention methods; coordinate public relations activities with various news media; conduct station tours and fire safety demonstrations for school, church, and other community organizations.
13. Identify the fire training needs of fire suppression personnel, including such areas as driving and operating equipment; ensure that necessary training is provided.
14. Supervise drills and classes relating to the use of tools and techniques of firefighting, first aid, rescue, street location, and hydraulics.
15. Prepare reports, forms, recommendations, and other required administrative procedures of the assigned shift.
16. Assist other management staff in maintaining and improving upon the operation of the Department.
17. Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Knowledge of:
   1. Principles, practices, and procedures of modern fire suppression and prevention.
   2. Rules, regulations, and operational procedures of the Fire Department related to modern firefighting activities.
   3. Principles and practices of supervision, training, personnel management, and performance evaluation.
   4. Proper utilization and maintenance requirements of fire apparatus, equipment, tools, devices, and facilities.
   5. Applicable laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes pertaining to fire prevention, inspection, and suppression.
   6. Principles of hydraulics and pump operations.
   7. Local geography, including the location of streets, water mains and hydrants, and the major fire hazards of the City.
   8. Principles, practices, and procedures of emergency medical services and hazardous materials handling.
   9. Budgeting procedures and techniques.
   10. Principles and practices of basic letter-writing and report preparation.
   11. Principles of first aid and life saving techniques.
   12. Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and computer equipment .
2. Ability to:
   1. Make sound decisions and direct operations under adverse conditions.
   2. Motivate employees to work efficiently and effectively.
   3. Conduct preliminary fact-finding inspections and investigations, including evidence gathering.
   4. Maintain good physical condition and professional composure at all times.
   5. Operate apparatus and equipment used in modern firefighting activities.
   6. Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned staff.
   7. Research and submit budget requests.
   8. React quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
   9. Effectively deal with people in stressful situations.
   10. Perform heavy lifting and physical maneuvering.
   11. Select and apply appropriate emergency treatment, and use specialized equipment and apparatus.
   12. Follow and transmit oral and written instructions .
   13. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
   14. Present a good public image.
   15. Maintain effective audiovisual discrimination and perception needed for:
       • Making observations.
       • Communicating with others.
       • Reading and writing.
       • Operating assigned equipment.
       • Operating a motor vehicle.
   16. Maintain physical conditions appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
       • Running, walking, crouching, or crawling during emergency operations.
       • Climbing stairs/ladders.
       • Transporting equipment and injured/deceased persons.
       • Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time.
       • Lifting, dragging, carrying, pulling or pushing heavy equipment.
       • Performing life-saving and rescue procedures.
       • Operating assigned equipment.
       • Performance of routine functions of a calculator and personal computer.
   17. Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to:
       • Hazards of emergency driving.
       • Natural and man-made disasters.
       • Hazards associated with high temperatures caused by fires and extreme cold.
       • Dangers of working at extreme heights.
       • Hazards associated with extreme and constant noise.
       • Dangers associated with mechanical, electrical, or chemical fires.
       • Hazardous materials, explosives, radiation, toxic waste, and toxic gases.
   18. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
3. Experience and Training GuidelinesAny combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
   1. ExperienceFour years of increasingly responsible fire service experience with the City of Red Oak, including at least two years of supervisory responsibility in the rank of captain with the City of Red Oak.
   2. EducationEquivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, associates’ degree supplemented by specialized training in fire science or a related field.
4. License or Certificate
   1. Possession of or ability to obtain and retain a Class B license.
   2. Possession of or ability to obtain and retain certification as an Emergency Medical Technician.
   3. Possession of certification as an Intermediate Instructor and Intermediate Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.