Fire Chief

Under administrative direction, administers and directs all activities of the City of Federal Heights Fire Department.

Duties and Responsibilities: Directs and manages all activities and operations of the Fire Department including administration, training, fire prevention, public education, fire fighting, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescues, and emergency medical services. Responds to major incidents and personally directs fire suppression activities as necessary. This position also directs and manages the Fleet Department and Special Events. Develops and implements rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance the Department's mission, goals, and objectives, and provides efficient and effective fire services to the City. Strategical planning for the future of the department. Supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff; makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement. Schedules employees, assigns work, and monitors progress; guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; writes and conducts annual evaluations. Directs personnel-related activities which include hiring, termination, training, and promotion of employees. Maintains a thorough knowledge of Federal and State laws and local statutes, ordinances procedures, and trends related to fire services and ensures their implementation. Prepares a variety of technical and departmental activity reports and records. Provides various reports to City Manager and City Council as needed. Researches and responds to the more difficult or sensitive issues or concerns. Administers Department budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors/approves expenditures. Determines levels of staff, equipment, and other resources needed to effectively and efficiently provide departmental services and programs. Coordinates Department activities with other City departments and other public agencies. Represents the City in relationships with the public, community groups, professional organizations, and public agencies. Provide direction to subordinate supervisors and other personnel in the administration of policies, procedures and programs. Demonstrate behavior and attitude that models a positive example for teamwork, stewardship, integrity, personal accountability and professionalism. Model safe work practices and ensure a safe work environment.

Hours: 4 - 10 hour shifts

Benefits: The City of Federal Heights provides the following benefits to employees: 11 holidays, vacation accruals for full-time employees are based on years of service from 6.67-13.33 hours per month. Full-time firefighters accrue vacation based on years of service from 12-18 hours per month. Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 8 hours per month of service to a maximum of 960 hours. Part-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked. Regular full-time employees, except for police officers and firefighters, are required to participate in the City's 401(a) retirement plan. A voluntary 457 plan is also available to all regular employees. Police Officers and firefighters participate in a State-approved retirement plan, FPPA. The City of Federal Heights offers both short-term disability and long-term disability to its regular and part-time employees. Police officers and firefighters are eligible for long-term disability benefits in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth by the State of Colorado's Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA). The City of Federal Heights offers life insurance benefits to all full- and part-time employees. Part-time employees must work a minimum of 30 hours per week to be eligible for life insurance benefits. The City also offers a voluntary life insurance plan for employees to purchase additional life insurance. Regular and part-time employees are eligible for City of Federal Heights benefits the first of the month after their hire date. Part-time employees must work at least 30 hours per week to be eligible for pro-rated benefits. Medical benefits are offered through Colorado Employers Benefit Trust (CEBT), which is self-funded multiple employer trust that currently provides employee benefits for over 300 public entities, school districts, and colleges. The City of Federal Heights offers the choice of three medical plans through CEBT. Employees can choose from an EPO, PPO, or Kaiser HMO plan. Vision insurance is provided through VSP, and dental benefits are offered through Delta Dental.

How to apply: 1. Complete Federal Heights online employment application. 2. Send letter of interest and 3. Send resume to Human Resources: hr@fedheights.org Mail or drop off to 2380 W. 90 th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO 80260; Fax to 303-428-3298. Successful applicants for all positions must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check. Police and Fire Department positions require additional pre-employment testing. The City of Federal Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary: Starting: $125,400; Step #1: $136,320; Step #2: $147,240; Step #3: $158,160; Step #4: $169,080; Step #5: $180,000

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled