22-0012 Fire Chief

POSITION TITLE:                                      FIRE CHIEF

DEPARTMENT:                                          FIRE

POSITION #:                                              22-0012

MINIMUM STARTING SALARY;              58,692.40

This is highly responsible and complex executive level work planning and directing the activities of the City's fire department. The incumbent must be a team player, providing leadership, supporting the organization's vision and assists the City Manager in the administrative and operational functions of the fire department. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager.

The Fire Chief works with outside consultants as necessary; must have the ability to develop working relationships with the general public, contractors, and other City and Fire representatives ensuring a professional image to the general public; and must have the ability to analyze and appraise data related to Fire Department business decisions and policies.

The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks. The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriate groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization’s mission, goals, and policies; demonstrate a polite, helpful, courteous, and professional image when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and oversee operation for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters and in accordance with policies; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

The ideal candidate must possess knowledge of principles, methods and theories of modem fire administration, organization and operations, have knowledge of controlling laws, ordinances, regulations and statues which govern fire.  The candidate should have knowledge of business, administrative and fiscal management with the use and operation of varied fire motor and auxiliary apparatus.  Have knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision; considerable knowledge of municipal government and the relationships between the fire department and other governmental agencies.  Shall have knowledge of governmental budget procedures and have the ability to plan, install and carry out programs of departmental operations and activities, including employee training and development and fire prevention and investigation activities as well as the ability to augment and coordinate delivery of urban fire services.  The ideal candidate must possess the ability to plan, assign, delegate and direct work of administrative and supervisory personnel – Ability to develop long-term plans and programs and to evaluate work accomplishments.  Ready to develop and maintain effective working relationships with employees, City officials, other fire agencies and the general public and to deal effectively, courteously and tactfully with public relations including the ability to prepare and maintain records, conduct analysis, write reports and make presentations effective, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Business or Public Administration and eight or more years progressively responsible experience and authority with at least three (3) years of service as a chief or assistant in a similarly sized or larger department; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  Two years of managerial experience in the selected field may be substituted for each year of education.  Required to obtain a Certificate of Compliance as a State of Florida Firefighter pursuant to Florida Statutes, as well as a State of Florida Fire Inspector Certification. Possess valid Florida Class "E" non-commercial Driver's License.

Applicants can apply online at www.lcfla.com or applications may be obtained from and returned to Human Resources, City Hall, 205 N Marion Avenue, Lake City, FL  32055.

The City of Lake City is an EEO/AA/ADA/VP employer.

Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.

THIS VACANCY WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2022 @ 4:30PM