JOB
Veterans' Preference Applies EEO Statement The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services Non-SmokingThe City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.The City of Delray Beach seeks an experienced Fire Chief who will lead by example and foster an environment of trust, respect and positivity within the department and throughout the organization. The successful candidate will be able to interact professionally with City officials, Senior Managers, staff and the general public and will embrace the diversity of the organization and the community.The ideal candidate will provide superior customer service and respond to difficult and sensitive situations and citizen inquiries with tact and diplomacy. The Fire Chief will supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to exceptional performance and high morale. An ability to work effectively in high stress situations, defuse potential conflicts and use discretion in confidential matters is essential to this position.The chosen candidate will have extensive knowledge of fire suppression and prevention principles, procedures, and applicable laws and advanced professional knowledge of management principles to formulate departmental policy and manage departmental activities. The Fire Chief must be able to easily adapt to changing situations, demonstrating flexibility and the use of logical and practical courses of actions to meet organization, department, and division goals. The selected candidate will be able to exercise sound judgment in devising, implementing, and interpreting departmental and City policies and carry out all duties with discretion, fairness, and integrity.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.Highly responsible management and administrative work in the efficient delivery of emergency and non-emergency community-based service in a cost effective, innovative and pro-active manner. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager. 1. Maintain strong and active contacts with subordinates to discuss and review status of departmental work plans and other programs. Maintain communications.2. Set broad policy objectives and monitor performance of subordinates targeted at the general administration and management of the department.3. Prepares department budget for consideration and then exercises control over adopted budget ensuring budget is met by making adjustments as necessary to achieve objectives within available resources. Develop long range Capital Improvement Plans and implement programs aimed at compliance with these plans.4. Advise City administration on community issues, policies and sources; make presentations to the City Commission, as necessary.5. Meet with supervisors and peers to identify organizational issues and solutions. 6. Formulate strategic operational plans with subordinates for major operations. Support and participate in team building and organizational development programs.7. Review and approve recommended disciplinary actions; recommend hiring and firing.8. May supervise or command major emergencies. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Knowledge of management principles and practices.Knowledge of modern practices in firefighting, emergency medical services, hazardous materials incident control and disaster preparedness.Ability to lead and motivate an organization and group of people.Ability to foster innovation within the department.Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.Ability to advocate management rights without alienating employees.Skill at making public presentations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an 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. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS: Must meet physical requirements as indicated for State Certification.Must endure sustained acts of physical exhaustion and endure periods of duty under unfavorable and life-threatening situations.Light (up to 25 pounds) lifting and carryingAcceptable eyesight (with or without correction)Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aidAbility to communicate both orally and in writing.WalkingStandingDriving ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSWorks inside and occasionally outside in emergency situations and various weather conditions.