Deputy Fire Chief

Under administrative direction, directs, manages, and provides administrative and managerial support to the activities and operations of the Fire Department, including Inspection/Prevention, Beach Safety, and Training Divisions.

Assists the Fire Chief in the overall direction, planning, and implementation of City and departmental goals and objectives. Oversees the implementation and supervision of departmental operational functions. Exercises significant authority and direction concerning operational issues, personnel issues and budget decisions; participates in developing and implementing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to advance the department's mission, goals, and objectives. Plans, coordinates and reviews the efforts of assigned areas and training activities of staff and work units. Manages, supervises and directs the activities of assigned staff and functions; coordinates the interviewing and selection of candidates; makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, termination or advancement of employees. Manages shift schedules, assigns work, and monitors progress; approves overtime, vacation, and sick leave requests; guides, trains and develops employees in the accomplishment of their duties and professional growth; evaluates performance and maintains a healthy work environment. Provides complex staff assistance to the Fire Chief, prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence. Approves and oversees the department training. Conducts studies, identifies problems, recommends alternatives and implements, solutions selected by the Chief. Determines the level of inventory of departmental equipment and apparatus. Oversees and approval purchasing for the department. Assists in the development and management of the department budget and monitors expenditures against the budget. Researches department and emergency medical service budget requirements; drafts grant proposals; administers grant funding. Oversees the operational readiness and responses of the deployment team for large-scale disasters, including local, state, and federal requests for assistance. Conducts fact-finding, inspections and investigations. Researches and implements standard operating guidelines. Stays current on industry updates, changes, and issues. Through strategic planning, assists in the identification, development, and implementation of short- and long-term goals and programs. Coordinates departmental activities with other City divisions, departments and outside organizations. Attends and represents the department at various meetings; prepares for departmental management meetings; attends professional seminars, training conferences, and meetings; represents the Fire Department at various events, meetings, or conferences. Works with external agencies in the development of joint operational protocols. Assists in the response to and resolution of community and organizational concerns or issues. Represents the department in relationships with the public, community groups, professional organizations, City departments and other governmental agencies. Participates in training, conferences, or seminars to remain informed of technological advances in the field. Responds to fires, mass casualty incidents, major vehicle accidents, major disasters, and other incidents as required. May assist with hazardous material response. Serves as a member of the department's Incident Management Team during major events and disasters; serves as liaison to the Emergency Operations Center during drills and activations. Evaluates historical and statistically relevant data to determine current and future trends in fire and life safety issues to identify problem areas. Assists in planning, compiling, and analyzing information and data related to plans for expansion and coverage to maintain acceptable ISO rating. Performs the duties of the Fire Chief in his or her absence. May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and during emergencies.

PTO Leave accrues immediately. Years of service determine annual leave cap: less than 5 years 204 hours, 5-9 years 235.2 hours, 10-14 years 268.8 hours, 15-19 years 298.8 hours, 20+ years 331.2 hours. Unused annual leave up to 440 hours rolls over each year. RETIREMENT: Certified Firefighters are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Partial vesting begins at 5 years (50%), increasing to 90% at 9 years. Firefighters eligible for retirement at age 50 with 20 years service or age 55 with 10 years service. Option available to elect retirement after 25 years service regardless of age. HOLIDAYS: 14 holidays per year including New Year's Day, MLK Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving, Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and Employee's Birthday. INSURANCE: Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums paid in full by City for employee. Tiered family coverage available at employee cost. Vision coverage available.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Fire Science, Public Administration or related field from accredited college/university; Eight years progressively responsible fire department experience including four years supervisory/managerial/command level; Experience in organized fire department with collective bargaining; Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of employment; Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training requirements; Florida Firefighter II certification within 12 months; Florida Fire Officer I and II certifications within 12 months; Florida EMT certification within 12 months; CPR and first aid certifications within 6 months; NIMS Compliance ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 within 6 months

Salary: $102,497.79 - $130,684.68 Annually