ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF (PROMOTIONAL)

Fire Department Captain

This position is open to City of West Covina employees only. Candidates who are not current City employees will not be considered. Job Summary: Under general direction of the Fire Chief, assists in planning, organizing, and directing major Fire Department programs, including fire suppression, fire prevention, budget/administration, and training; organizes and directs the activities of fire companies during an assigned shift; and performs related work as required. Required Documents: All documents must be electronically attached to the application at the time of submission.

A Resume reflecting relevant education and experience.

Cover letter identifying personal qualities, qualifications and recent accomplishments.

Copies of relevant and supporting professional certifications for the position.

Transcripts (official diploma) of completed education, as required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Commands emergency response personnel and resources to carry out tactical decisions and activities in direct response to an incident or threat.
• Assists in planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating programs and activities of the Fire Department.
• Coordinates and directs personnel, apparatus, and equipment engaged in preventing and extinguishing fires and in the enforcement of fire ordinances and codes.
• Assists in the formulation and administration of Departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and polices.
• Assists in development of the department's budget, including the analysis of department needs, compilation of cost figures for equipment, materials, and supplies, and review of projected changes in the fire service.
• Prepares detailed reports on department activities and special studies.
• Investigates complaints and periodically inspects facilities, personnel, apparatus, and equipment; attends meetings and conferences and may make presentations before community groups.
• Responds to emergency calls when required.
• Assumes major responsibility for staff functions and activities of the Department, such as departmental personnel, training, fire prevention, purchasing, supply, budget, and equipment.
• Prepares and presents training programs to department personnel on essentially all aspects of fire service.
• Serves on City committees organized to deal with a variety of issues which require informed input on fire services.
• Prepares a plan for delivering Department services on an assigned shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of modern firefighting and rescue principles, techniques, and equipment, including tactics, pump operation, ventilation, salvage, and the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment; current developments in all phases of fire suppression work in metropolitan fire departments; conditions affecting fire control in major buildings, such as the presence of fire equipment, building height, shafts, basements, general construction, and other structural components; fire alarm system operations and current conditions; first aid methods and instruction; elementary science—including physics and chemistry as applied to the fire service; principles and practices involved in training fire department personnel; municipal purchasing and budgeting; and general management techniques. Education: 64 units in Fire Science or related fields, or certification by the State Fire Marshal as a Certified Fire Officer. A Bachelor's Degree in business or public administration from an accredited college or university is desirable. Experience: Five (5) years of fire suppression and prevention experience in a governmental agency, including at least two (2) years serving as a regular Fire Captain. Physical Requirements: This position requires extensive and repetitive physical activity involving the arms, wrists, and hands, including writing and keyboard use. It also requires the physical abilities necessary to read, write, and communicate effectively in an office environment. Other / Desirable Special Requirements: Strike Team Leader desirable Urban Search and Rescue qualifications desirable Hazard Materials qualifications desirable Licenses/Certifications: A valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, a valid EMT certification and Advanced First Aid certification are required. Selection Process: Those applications and resumes that clearly demonstrate the most job-related education, training and experience will be selected to participate in the process which will include a Tactical Assessment, Problem Solving Presentation and Oral Board Interview. Examination: Completed Application: Qualifying Minimum Qualifications: Qualifying Supplemental Questionnaire: Qualifying Tactical Assessment: 40.00% Weight Problem Solving Presentation: 20.00% Weight Interview Oral Panel: 40.00% Weight All exam parts listed are subject to change without notice An Eligibility List will be established to fill current and future vacancies within the department. This is a full-time management non-exempt position that will interact with the general public, bargaining units, senior management, public officials and department personnel.

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