What are the responsibilities and job description for the Battalion Chief (Promotional Recruitment Only) position at City of Bremerton?
Under the general direction of the Assistant Fire Chief, serves as a mid-level supervisor/manager, managing and performing emergency and non-emergency duties including, but not limited to: fire command, fire suppression, emergency medical services, training, safety, maintaining discipline and enhancing morale through leadership by example. Other responsibilities may include observation and direction of training and safety programs, facility and vehicle management, record keeping, and specific duties commensurate with the battalion assignment. Has supervisory independence for managing the day-to-day responsibilities of the position. Works closely and coordinates with other division managers in the accomplishment of Department goals and objectives.
Responds to emergency incidents as a command officer. Determines appropriate action and response to incidents and directs operation to assure the safe, efficient, and effective development of personnel, equipment, and resources.
(Note – This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)
Respond to fire incidents, mass casualty incidents, natural disasters and other emergency incidents, serving as an active member of the incident management system (IMS) up to and including serving as the incident commander, to effectively mitigate the incident.
Monitor and ensure delivery of training programs for subordinate personnel and participate in training activities.
Be responsible for thorough and accurate report documentation of all assigned tasks and/or incidents.
Provide coaching, counseling, training, and performance appraisals for subordinate personnel.
Maintain discipline of subordinate personnel as authorized by the department. The Battalion Chief may issue oral admonishments and may make recommendations to the Fire Chief for other appropriate disciplinary measures.
Develop annual budget proposals related to assigned areas of responsibility and make recommendations for applicable purchases.
Maintain necessary and accurate records and incident reports.
Communicate with a culturally diverse community in a tactful and effective manner.
Attend staff meetings as required to discuss policies, rules, regulations, budget items, and personnel problems, including discipline matters.
Schedule and assign overtime.
Evaluate shift effectiveness and make appropriate recommendations.
Manage personnel assignments and resources.
Conduct inspections of station equipment, apparatus and facilities to ensure safety and cleanliness, overseeing their maintenance and repair, ensuring that all emergency pumping equipment, tools and apparatus are in service ready condition.
Maintain physical condition through participation in physical fitness activities
Other Duties
Regular attendance is an essential requirement.
Performs related work as assigned and/or required.
Knowledge of:
Requires thorough knowledge of modern firefighting and rescue principles, practices, techniques, and procedures, including the operation and maintenance requirements of various types of fire apparatus and equipment, and safety procedures.
Geography of the City including streets, principal buildings, and resources available to plan incident responses.
Response guides, pre-fire plans, incident management system, and other assigned resource material.
Department and City policies, rules, and regulations; and controlling laws and ordinances pertaining to firefighter training, skill development, accreditation, testing, and evaluation.
Personal computer software, including word-processing, databases, and other applicable software.
Requires knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of fire prevention, fire administration, training and emergency medical services.
Correct communication and writing usage including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Current personnel administration, labor–management and supervisory practices and techniques.
Employee development techniques and practices including mentoring, coaching, and training methods.
Skills:
In analyzing complex issues and situations; and recommending effective solutions.
In planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and supervising the work of others.
In motivating, encouraging, mentoring, and inspiring workers to meet productivity, safety, customer service, and behavioral goals.
In performing, monitoring, and ensuring quality standards are met during the routine emergency, and technical work performed by employees.
In performing fire suppression and emergency medical activities, including administration of medical care at the Washington State EMT level.
Ability to:
Operate in an emergency or hazardous environment in stressful situations.
Quickly analyze prevailing and emerging conditions and decisively determine needed action with due regard for surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Interpret and apply the intent and specifics in provisions of laws and regulatory provisions to particular conditions and determine a course of action.
Develop and implement operating methods that provide a high degree of public and employee safety.
Tactfully deal with subordinates, staff members, superiors, and the general public regarding program requirements, standards, achievements, and compliance.
Operate fire and emergency equipment, vehicles, radios and other emergency communications devices.
Express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, to groups and individuals.
Exhibit good management skills; and possess the ability to successfully coordinate and work with others.
Operate various electronic/digital equipment and a personal computer with various software applications connected to a network system.
Motivate, encourage, and mentor subordinate employees.
Obtain and maintain certifications that may be required by the Department.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
A valid Washington State driver's license is required and must be obtained prior to date of appointment or another date set by the City. Certificate of completed training in Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention, Emergency Medical Technician Certification (on-going maintenance is required), Incident Safety Officer, and Fire Instructor 1.
Required Application materials: City application and personal résumé are required. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. Required application materials must be returned to the Human Resources Office by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. The City of Bremerton is NOT responsible for errors of any kind with faxed or e-mailed application packets. Original signature is required on application forms. It is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training. If you do not submit the required certifications, they must be referenced in your application and/or resume.
The examination consists of two parts:
Assessment Center: consisting of three (3) parts:
•Personnel issue or citizens complaint
•Tactical scenario pertinent to the position
•Oral interview resume review
Experience Rating: Each applicant shall receive .5 (1/2) point for each full two (2) years of employment with the Bremerton Fire Department based upon the date the written examination is conducted, up to a maximum of five (5) points. These points will only be added for those candidates that attain an overall score of 70% or greater.
Examination Scoring: Placement on the Civil Service register is determined by examination scores as follows:
Possible Points:
Assessment Center - 100
- Personnel issue or citizens complaint - 20
- Tactical scenario pertinent to the position - 50
- Oral interview and resume review - 30
An applicant must achieve a total score of seventy percent (70%) or more on the Assessment Center in order to be placed on the promotional register for the position of Battalion Chief.
The assessment center is scheduled for October 2, 20226 and will be held at the Training Consortium Office, located on the 2nd floor at 3027 Olympus, Bremerton, WA 98310. If the date or location of the assessment center changes, candidates will be notified accordingly.
Any applicant who wishes to appeal any part of an examination shall file an appeal in writing with the Civil Service Officer within five (5) working days (Civil Service Rule 9.23 A) following administration of the examination.
Civil Service: The classification is included in the City's Civil Service System
Appointment and Removal Authority: The position is filled by appointment by the Department Head. Removal is by action of the Department Head in conformance with Civil Service Rules.
Salary : $158,556 - $179,088