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Title:
Deputy Fire Chief
FLSA Status: Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to
manage daily emergency and non-emergency operations for the
assigned division within the Fire Department. This is
accomplished by directing activities, managing staff and
budgets, participating in labor and management negotiations,
managing emergency response and disaster preparedness, and
overseeing the recruitment and promotional testing process.
Other duties include acting in the absence of the chief,
representing the city at meetings and on committees, and
coordinating special programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Code |
Essential Functions |
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1 |
L |
Coordinates department activities
by developing and implementing goals and objectives,
administering policies and procedures, conducting
research, providing recommendations, coordinating
evaluation of services, commodities and equipment,
assessing needs, participating in the procurement
process, supervising ongoing maintenance, and attending
meetings. |
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2 |
S |
Supervises the annual budget
process by conducting needs assessment and research,
forecasting expenditures, presenting proposals for
approval, authorizing payments and monitoring
expenditures for recommended adjustments. |
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3 |
L |
Manages staff by planning and
prioritizing tasks, establishing goals and objectives,
adhering to laws and best practices, ensuring policy and
procedure compliance, recommending changes and
adjustments, and monitoring staff performance and
development. |
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4 |
S |
Directs programs by identifying
needs, attending meetings, designing, facilitating and
evaluating processes, developing and updating policies
and procedures, and delegating tasks. |
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5 |
M |
Manages emergency response by
developing, facilitating and evaluating training,
policies and procedures, supervising personnel and
programs, providing direction and leadership in
emergency situations, and promoting personnel safety
practices. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires broad knowledge in a
general professional or technical field. Knowledge is
normally acquired through four years of college
resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Experience |
Over seven years up to and
including nine years experience. |
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Supervision |
Work requires managing and
monitoring work performance of a department including
evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness,
establishing broad organizational goals and realigning
work and staffing assignments for the department. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Final decisions regarding policy
development and implementation are made and/or
recommended. Interaction with others outside the
organization requires exercising participative
management skills that support team efforts and quality
processes. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
duty assignment according to his or her own judgment,
requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary.
Special projects are managed with little oversight and
assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance
reviewed periodically. |
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Technical Skills |
Advanced: Work requires advanced
skills and knowledge in approaches and systems, which
affect the design and implementation of major programs
and/or processes department-wide. Independent judgment
and decision-making abilities are necessary to apply
technical skills effectively. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has major fiscal
responsibility. Makes significant contribution to major
financial decisions within the department. Responsible
for major financial decisions within the department.
Decisions may influence budget requests and departmental
goals and objectives. Monitors budget plan, and adjusts
work activity as necessary. |
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Advanced - Ability to apply
fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced
mathematical operations methods, and functions of real
and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is
obtained in at the college level or above. However, it
may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Advanced - Ability to write
editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college
level or above. However, it may be obtained from
experience and self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
Valid driver's license, CPR
Certification, Incident Command System Certification
I-100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800, Hazardous Materials
First Responder Certification |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
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Light |
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Medium |
X |
Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
F |
Making presentations, observing work site, observing
work duties, communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
F |
Desk work, meetings, driving |
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Walking |
F |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
O |
Supplies, equipment, files |
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Carrying |
O |
Supplies, equipment, files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
F |
File drawers, equipment, tables and chairs, hoses |
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Reaching |
O |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
F |
Paperwork |
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Fine Dexterity |
C |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator |
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Kneeling |
O |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crouching |
O |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crawling |
R |
Fire training |
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Bending |
O |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Twisting |
F |
From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle |
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Climbing |
O |
Stairs, ladders, step stools, onto equipment |
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Balancing |
R |
On
ladders |
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Vision |
C |
Reading, computer screen, driving, observing work site |
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Hearing |
C |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public,
listening to equipment |
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Talking |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
O |
Driving |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related software, vehicle, fire
equipment and apparatus
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
R |
| Chemical Hazards |
R |
| Electrical Hazards |
R |
| Fire Hazards |
R |
| Explosives |
R |
| Communicable Diseases |
R |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
R |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
S |
| Extreme Temperatures |
S |
| Noise and Vibration |
S |
| Wetness/Humidity |
S |
| Physical Hazards |
S |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Protective clothing, footwear, eyewear,
gloves, safety vest, breathing apparatus
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
R |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
F |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
F |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
O |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
R |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100
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