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SalaryThe purpose of this job is to direct administrative functions of planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and controlling operations of a full-service fire and emergency services organization and personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Collaborates with elected and appointed leaders to develop strategic vision for the department; plans, organizes, and directs the budget and capital plans, operations, policy, and activities of the department.
- Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, discipline and/or termination of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
- Engages in departmental planning in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluates existing policies and practices to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Interacts with personnel to engage the workforce and enhance ownership in problem solving.
- Directs the preparation, review, and administration of department budget.
- Manages labor relations related to Fire Administration and Union interactions.
- Attends meetings for City Council and other meeting bodies as assigned. Prepares required documentation and conducts presentations.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Work requires managing and monitoring work performance of entire department including making decisions on hiring, firing, disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, conducting performance evaluations, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Interactions and communications may result in recommendations regarding policy development and implementation. May also evaluate customer satisfaction, develop cooperative associations, and utilize resources to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
- Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has major fiscal responsibility.
- Is responsible for department-wide financial decisions. Assures that appropriate linkages exist between budget requests and departmental goals and objectives. Monitors budget plan and adjusts as necessary.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Service Management, Public Administration, or related field.
- 9+ years’ experience in fire operations with progressively increasing levels of supervision.
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Valid driver’s license.
- Emergency Medical Technician – Basic.
- Executive Fire Officer certification preferred.
- Chief Fire Officer designation preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
- Fire suppression and first responder methods, practices and techniques.
- Fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance.
- Fire codes and regulations.
- General office practices and administrative procedures, records management and administration techniques and procedures.
- Managerial best practices and methods.
- Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and/or production methods.
Skill in:
- Applying tact and mediating conflict.
- Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
- Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
- Monitoring and assessing the performance of employees or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Ability to:
- Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Develop and implement policies.
- Prepare and present reports.
- Manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.
- Apply logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and to train and/or supervise the work of others.
- Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.
- Focus on tasks.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:
- Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently/Often
- Outdoor environment – Sometimes
- Street environment – Sometimes
- Construction site – Sometimes
- Vehicle – Sometimes
- Warehouse environment – Sometimes
- Right of way environment – Sometimes
- Emergency Scenes – Sometimes
Exposures:
- Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes.
- Individuals with know violent backgrounds – Sometimes.
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Sometimes
- Communicable diseases – Sometimes
- Moving mechanical parts – Sometimes
- Fumes or airborne particles – Sometimes
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Sometimes
- Loud noises (85+ decibels ) – Sometimes
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position is relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards and is generally sedentary.
- This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.
- Incumbents may be required to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
- Incumbents required to maintain mental/physical health required to perform essential functions of the job. Required to successfully complete a post-offer pre-employment medical physical and at least annually thereafter.
Hours/Days
General office hours are Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Required to attend evening and weekend meetings as needed.
Starting Salary
Salary range: $122,482 - $188,622. Well qualified candidates can expect to be hired at or above the mid-range of $155,552.
Pay Grade
L4
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Position is open until filled. Preferred Application date is April 5, 2024.
The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking a skilled and visionary Fire Chief who has a genuine passion for serving others and protecting the community. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills. They should have strong knowledge and experience in fire suppression, first responder practices and techniques, fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance, fire codes as well as building and industry regulations.
The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking a skilled and visionary Fire Chief who has a genuine passion for serving others and protecting the community. The ideal candidate is an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills. They should have strong knowledge and experience in fire suppression, first responder practices and techniques, fire and emergency response equipment operation and maintenance, fire codes as well as building and industry regulations.
The Columbia Fire Department (CFD) is an Internationally Accredited agency and maintains an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Class 2/2X rating. CFD is a diverse organization of 182 dedicated staff members operating from ten fire stations located throughout the City, with one additional fire station underway. These highly trained, well equipped professionals respond to all fire, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and technical rescue incidents in the City. Members also provide public education, fire inspection, fire investigation, and building plan review services.
CFD maintains its own Fire Training Center where basic Firefighter, basic Emergency Medical Technician and other advanced certification and licensure courses are provided to members. The department also maintains regional response assets providing assistance with hazardous materials, hazardous device(s) and technical rescue incidents throughout the thirteen-county central Missouri region.
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
