-Job Class Specifications-

City of West Covina

Management
Class Specification
September 1994
FIRE CHIEF

Job Summary
Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and administers the overall, citywide operation of the Fire Department, including fire suppression and prevention, emergency medical services, and citizen aid; develops and evaluates goals and objectives to improve departmental services; serves as a member of the City management team; may be involved in administrative projects outside the normal area of specialization; and does related work as required.

Essential Functions

1. Plans, organizes, staffs, directs, coordinates, prepares, and administers the Department's budget and activities.
   
   
2. Participates in the interviewing, selection, training, and evaluation of employees.
   
   
3. Reviews and analyzes statistical and activity reports regarding projected City development and the location, nature, and frequency of reported fires, fire prevention and suppression technology.
   
   
4. Administers the development of in-service training programs to increase departmental efficiency and prepare employees for advancement.
   
   
5. Establishes and interprets departmental policies, priorities, and procedures in association with administrative staff.
   
   
6. Coordinates fire protection and inspection activities with other City departments and fire agencies.
   
   
7. Handles citizen complaints or problems concerning departmental activities referred by lower level supervisors.
   
   
8. Represents the Department at a variety of meetings with representatives from public and private agencies.
   
   
9. Speaks before public and professional groups on the plans, objectives, policies, and program of the Department.
   
   
10. Prepares and presents periodic oral and written reports on departmental activities.
    
    
11. Responds to major incidents and manages/coordinates information, resources and priorities in accordance with the "Standardized Emergency Management System".

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledges and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of modern methods of fire department administration; principles of public administration, budgeting, training, personnel, and municipal government; the newest developments in techniques and equipment used in fire fighting; fire prevention, equipment, maintenance, and drill procedures; city ordinances pertaining to fire fighting and fire prevention.

Ability to plan, lay out, and review the activities of the Fire Department and maintain discipline; organize civilian defense auxiliaries; prepare and review reports; establish and maintain effective public relations.

Education: A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent college training in fire science, public administration, or related field.

Experience: Four years of professional fire department or agency experience at the Battalion Chief or higher level.

Licenses: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

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