District Leader

District Leader

PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990.

International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based values driven fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy on our purpose of building meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering the highest quality life safety solutions with commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

The District Leader is directly accountable and responsible for the direction, coordination, supervision, and profitability of all activities for a specific office location. The District Leader will plan, lead, and direct the growth of the district and execute other assigned duties at the President's and Vice Presidents' direction. The District Leader is ultimately responsible for the delivery of quality systems and service to ensure customer satisfaction and communicates all District financial data, future business growth opportunities, and general economic outlook to the company President. The District Leader administers International Fire Protection policies, while focusing on the staffing growth and development of employees within the district while maintaining a positive Attitude.

COMPETENCIES

• Leverages Self-Awareness
• Invests in Others
• Carries the Culture

Decision Making

• Executes Strategy
• Solves Problems

Results Focus

• Drives Results
• Displays Focus

Action Orientation

• Manages Change

Collaboration

• Building Teams
• Prioritize Relationships

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in business, construction management, engineering, or related discipline is desirable. Industry certifications are a plus.
• Extensive experience in construction management, customer service, sales, with a proven track record of successfully managing large and complex projects.
• Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines.
• Possess good communication skills and be detail oriented.
• Leadership experience.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Must pass a drug screen test and a background check.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, and EXPECTATIONS

Teammates

• Our people deserve to be seen, heard and valued. Showing that we truly care about each other is essential.
• Utilize job descriptions for your team to include essential duties and responsibilities, core competencies, and expectations.
• Reinforce the onboarding system that sets every new hire up for success.
• Provide intentional training and development of your people.
• Create a culture of accountability, setting clear expectations for your team.
• Performance reviews, at least annually.
• Initiate personnel actions including hiring, promotions, transfers, terminations, and disciplinary measures.
• Develop and maintain a succession plan for all key positions in the district.
• Openly provide recognition or rewards for results or behaviors as deserving.

External Relationships

• Intentionally evaluate current and future customers, subcontractors and vendors – Are they a good fit with IFP?
• Participate in local trade group/association functions.

Strategy

Develop a long-range strategic business plan that is aligned with the overall IFP plan, which will include revenue and profit projections.

• Create team involvement in order to gain new ideas and buy-in from team members.
• Consider long-range economic trends and industry prospects for future growth in overall sales, market share, acquisitions, and expansion into new market areas.
• Estimate future needs for capital, buildings, equipment, and personnel.
• Clearly communicate District Strategic Plan to your entire team.
• Identify, plan, and develop methods to obtain greater efficiency and improved business processes continually.

Safety

Create a culture where everyone is empowered and committed to prioritizing safety. Leaders should consistently show that safety is a priority through their actions and decisions.

Miscellaneous

• Live Our Values: Take care of each other, Take care of our customers, Strive for Excellence and Stay Focused!
• Be a life-long learner, own your personal and career development.

Compensation & Benefits:

This role will be based out of our Madison, Alabama branch. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family.

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous paid time off
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and training

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

IFP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of religion, disability, protected veteran status, age, sex, race, color, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

IFP complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and qualified employees with disabilities.

If you wish to request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.