Battalion Chief

Under general direction of the Fire Chief or designee, manages and directs assigned shift operations, personnel, and Department programs; oversees emergency response, training, EMS, fire prevention, operational readiness, and other assigned areas of responsibility; supervises and evaluates assigned personnel; serves as an Incident Commander or command officer as appropriate; assists with the development and implementation of Department policies, procedures, programs, and operational plans; coordinates activities with other City departments and partner agencies; and performs related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Manage and coordinate the operations and services of an assigned shift, including fire suppression, EMS, fire prevention, training, and other assigned functions.
• Supervise, direct, mentor, and evaluate assigned personnel; participate in selection, orientation, training, professional development, corrective action, and disciplinary processes.
• Provide administrative and technical direction to assigned personnel and ensure appropriate staffing, apparatus, equipment, and resources are available to maintain operational readiness.
• Respond to emergency incidents and serve as Incident Commander or command officer as appropriate; establish incident objectives, strategies, and priorities in accordance with Department policy and the Incident Command System.
• Maintain operational readiness through the inspection and evaluation of personnel, apparatus, equipment, PPE, facilities, and other Department resources.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate Department training activities; identify training or performance deficiencies and ensure appropriate follow-up and corrective action.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Department and shift goals, policies, procedures, operational plans, and assigned programs.
• Manage assigned Department programs, projects, and areas of responsibility; establish priorities and timelines and ensure assigned work is completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Keep the Fire Chief or designee informed of the status of assigned programs and projects, including significant issues, delays, or resource needs.
• Participate in development and administration of the Department budget and assist in identifying staffing, apparatus, equipment, training, and other resource needs.
• Review emergency incidents, injuries, accidents, and operational performance and recommend improvements to training, safety, policies, and service delivery.
• Coordinate Department activities with City departments, public safety agencies, and other organizations, including automatic aid, mutual aid, and regional response activities.
• Prepare and present reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, plans, statistics, and other documents as required.
• Respond to and assist in resolving personnel, organizational, and community concerns within assigned authority.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, standards, and emerging fire service practices.
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities, exercise independent judgment, and remain accountable to the Fire Chief and established chain of command.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements: 7 years fire service experience with 3 years supervisory experience, high school diploma or equivalent, bachelor's degree in Fire Science/Fire Technology/Emergency Management/Public Administration or associate degree with California State Fire Training Chief Fire Officer certification, California State Fire Training Company Officer, California State Fire Training Firefighter II, California State Fire Training Firefighter I, CICCS Engine Boss (ENGB), Fire Officer 3A/3B/3C certifications, ICS-300, valid California Class C Driver's License with Firefighter Endorsement, valid California EMT certification, current American Heart Association BLS Provider certification

Salary: $70,105.00 - $89,474.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-30