Deputy Fire Chief

Performs administrative and managerial work planning and directing the activities and operations of a division within the Fire Department.

1. Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the administration and management of a division of the Fire Department. 
2. Plans, develops, and implements goals, objectives, policies and procedures for assigned division of the department.
3. Prepares and maintains records and statistical reports on division activities and incidents.
4. Develops, administers, and monitors division budget.
5. Responds to all major incidents; takes command or assists the shift commander on scene.
6. Provides direction for the hiring and promotion processes of employees.
7. Directs the investigation of citizen complaints; prepares recommendations or disciplinary actions.
8. Attends meetings and workshops representing the fire department.
9. Makes public appearances and speaks on fire safety and Fire Department operations.
10. Operates city vehicles.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Management, Public or Business Administration and eight years of fire department experience including one year as a Battalion Chief.

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.  

Knowledge of:

• Fire command and municipal Fire Department administration
• Principles, practices, and procedures of modern fire fighting
• Principles and practices of public administration and personnel management
• Principles of employee supervision, training and performance evaluation
• Use, operation and maintenance of fire equipment and apparatus used in fire fighting
• Federal, State and local laws, codes, regulations and standards governing the delivery of Fire Department services
• Disaster Preparedness and major emergency incident command and operation
• Budget planning, development and monitoring practices

Ability to:

• Assume command-level responsibilities; make life and safety decisions
• Plan, coordinate, direct and evaluate the functions and activities of large divisions within the Fire Department
• Supervise, train, and develop employees effectively
• Prepare, administer and monitor a budget
• Perform research, analyze findings, prepare and present reports and recommendations on Fire Department issues
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Staff and the general public
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Operate city vehicles

Special Requirements

• Valid Arizona driver's license.
• Employee is subject to call at all times.
• This position is classified as safety-sensitive which requires candidates to successfully undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment. They will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy. A post-offer physical assessment is required. The City of Glendale will incur the cost of all required testing. 

Success Factor Classification Level - Managerial

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This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
Office setting. May respond to major incidents and take command. Enters, exits, and operates city vehicles.

Salary : $124,950 - $187,425