The Fire Battalion Chief ensures all equipment is properly maintained and serviced. Manages a team of firefighters. Being a Fire Battalion Chief administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Directs training and conditioning activities. In addition, Fire Battalion Chief leads and coordinates responses to fire events, hazardous material incidents, auto accidents, and search and rescue operations. Prepares post-incident reports as required. Leads or coordinates fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. Typic ...ally requires an associate degree in fire science. Requires Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT). Typically requires certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Typically reports to a manager. The Fire Battalion Chief manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Fire Battalion Chief typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.More Show Less
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Under general direction of the Fire Services Manager, plans, organizes, directs, manages and participates in the activities of the fire stations including fire prevention and training. Supervises assigned staff, manages, directs operations and participates in firefighting, emergency rescue and hazardous materials incidents. performs related work as required. 48 hours of duty chief coverage per week. WRITTEN EXAMINATION. . Tentatively scheduled fo...
THE POSITION. The City of Santa Barbara. Fire Department. . is seeking a motivated and collaborative. Fire Battalion Chief. that can demonstrate a strong work ethic and leadership abilities. . Under administrative direction, this position manages and coordinates the activities and operations of a fire suppression shift in providing fire safety services. This position will plan and coordinate fire operations, programs, and activities coordinate as...