NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Division Chief - Fire/EMS
26571 Airport Road Punta Gorda FL 33982, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $143K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Division Chief for the Fire/EMS Department in Charlotte County, FL. This role involves leading operational functions, overseeing specialized fire services, and managing a team to ensure effective service delivery.
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Responsibilities
Recommends and implements division goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
Manages, oversees, and participates in development of work plans; assignment of work activities, projects and programs; monitors workflow
Reviews and evaluates work projects, methods, and procedures
Prepares specialized budgets related to assigned activities; assists in budget implementation; participates in forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administers the approved budget
Prepares reports; documents policies and procedures; performs research; makes presentations before various groups, as needed
Participates in recruitment and selection activities; makes recommendations for appointment of new staff; assists with staff orientation and training
Supervises staff including provision of timely performance evaluations; recommends and implements approved discipline; provides staff development; and maintains high standards necessary for efficient, professional operations
Answers questions; provides information to the public; recommends corrective actions; investigates, reports, documents and resolves complaints
Builds and maintains respectful, positive working relationships with staff, supervisors, outside agencies and the public using principles of good customer service
Models appropriate professional management conduct; maintains appropriate confidentiality of sensitive information; complies with and supports County policies and procedures, labor laws, and MOU provisions
Attends assigned meeting and training; interacts with outside agencies; provides leadership for teams, or committees, as needed
Responds to emergencies, assumes command and directs incidents until the hazard is mitigated or relieved by a higher authority
Assures staff work in a safe manner; follows safety requirements; monitors and assures compliance with regulations and other legal requirements
Coordinates resources for in-service training of personnel in firefighting and rescue techniques, methods, equipment operations, fire codes, regulations and related subjects
Participates in public safety educational programs; answers public inquiries and other department matters; represents the department and serves as a communication conduit
Participates in the selection, placement, promotion, training, safety, appraisal and discipline of assigned personnel by observing staff performance; provides coaching and development opportunities where needed
Prepares reports and maintains records (ie hose test records, equipment maintenance records, capital items, etc)
Responsible for special programs or project assignments including but not limited to preparation of program guidelines, supervising subordinate personnel within the program, preparing operating guidelines and protocols, maintaining relationships with the appropriate state and federal agencies, attending meetings and making presentations
Conducts investigations into accidents, injuries, or incidents involving equipment loss, personnel, and/or citizens, as assigned
Conducts post-incident critiques with staff, as assigned
Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication
Gathers and prepares confidential information regarding negotiations, grievances, and employee discipline, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in emergency services management. To include supervisor and/or management experience
Must maintain a valid driver's license
Must possess and maintain the following certifications: State of Florida Firefighter, State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or State of Florida Paramedic, depending on assignment, Fire Officer I, Fire Officer II, Instructor II, NIMS ICS 400
Preferred
Fire Science
Fire Administration
Emergency Medical Services
Benefits
Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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