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Fire - Fire ChiefFire Chief Page 1 Council Approved 09-21-15 Council Approved 05-21-18 Revised 10-2021 City of Waukee JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Fire Chief Reports to: City Administrator Dept/Div: Fire Direct Reports: Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, Admin Pay Grade: D1 Assistant FLSA Status: Exempt – Executive JOB PURPOSE: The Fire Chief holds full responsibility to plan, develop, implement and coordinate the ongoing activities of the Waukee Fire Department including fire suppression, investigation, prevention, and emergency medical services. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.) 1. Leads and directs the Fire Department staff through selection, orientation, training, performance management and discipline according to standard operating procedures, City policy and departmental rules and regulations. 2. Develops and directs Fire Department policies, procedures, regulations, programs, systems, operations, goals and objectives. 3. Oversees the financial aspects of the Fire Department operations, including accounting for department revenues, approving expenditures, keeping accurate inventory and preparing the annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and budget. 4. Develops an organizational structure within the Department to ensure prompt, efficient and effective fire, rescue and ambulance services. 5. Oversees fire code adoption and enforcement, and purchase/maintenance of vehicles and equipment. 6. Annually reviews, updates and obtains approval for the township fire service contracts. 7. Submits federal and state reports as required. 8. Coordinates training program to ensure the Department has an adequate number of trained and certified personnel to meet the fire/rescue needs of the community. 9. Responds to fire and rescue calls as needed or directed and performs suppression, rescue and ventilation in compliance with department Standard Operating Guidelines (SOGs) and directives. 10. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned. SUCCESS FACTORS: 1. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making; identify the important dimensions of a problem, determine potential causes, obtain relevant information and specify alternate solutions that result in effectiveness. 2. Create positive energy in both individuals and groups to build high morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. 3. Actively support all efforts to increase cooperation, communication and collaboration between and among co-workers, departments, City officials, other jurisdictions, the business community and the general public. 4. Promote a positive working relationship between full-time and part-time on-call fire fighters. 5. Influence the actions and opinions of others in desired direction exhibiting judgment in leading others to worthwhile objectives. 6. Be a team leader and/or commander under stress caused by emergencies, danger and criticism. 7. Safeguard confidential information and use it or disclose it only as expressly authorized or specifically required in the course of performing specific job duties. 8. Contribute to overall City effectiveness by providing critical staff support to task forces and by participating, as necessary, in assisting all other teams. 9. Utilize a high level of conflict resolution skills with staff, community, elected officials and all stakeholders. Fire Chief Page 2 Council Approved 09-21-15 Council Approved 05-21-18 Revised 10-2021 10. Attentive to the City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all City policies and procedures ensuring that all work performed and all staff members meet those standards while exhibiting consistent treatment of all staff. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Administration, Fire Science or related discipline. . 2. Demonstrated experience in firefighting, Emergency medical Services (EMS) and ambulance transportation in a combination fire department (career and part-time) 3. Ten (10) years experience in a combination fire department (career and part-time) with progressive responsibility levels, including five (5) years supervisory experience. 4. Must possess a valid Iowa Driver License and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy. 5. Certifications: Firefighter II (IFSAC), Fire Instructor I (IFSAC), Fire Officer I (IFSAC), Hazardous Materials- Operations (IFSAC), Current Paramedic certification issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Current Healthcare Provider CPR, ACLS, and PEEP or PALS. FEMA IS-100 and IS-200 (or IS-195), ICS- 300, ICS-400, IS-700, and ICS-800. 6. Understanding of local and national fire codes, building construction, and fire behavior; knowledge of appropriate training standards; knowledge of hazardous materials response; knowledge of emergency driving techniques. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Able to pass the Waukee Physical Agility Test at any time during employment. 2. Able to perform all essential functions of the position while wearing required protective equipment. 3. Able to operate and use all fire department equipment and apparatus. 4. Responsive to visual and verbal alarms and other indications of distress. 5. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of directors, staff, colleagues, elected officials and the general public. 6. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic devices and handwritten) in English with other employees and the community. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may be encountered. 2. Will be exposed to darkness and poor lighting, fumes/odors, isolation, moving machinery, noise, visual strain, unprotected heights, wearing a respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus, working on uneven ground, mechanical hazards, biological hazards, medical hazards, electrical hazards, traffic hazards, possible explosion, and bodily injury. 3. Will be exposed to significant work place pressure. 4. Standard work hours must be flexible and include evenings and weekends. 5. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard work hours within Waukee Public Safety Building. 6. Shall reside within the Waukee City limits within one (1) year of hire date and shall maintain residency throughout tenure. I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right. Fire Chief Page 3 Council Approved 09-21-15 Council Approved 05-21-18 Revised 10-2021 Signature Date The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.