Ohio Fire Chiefs' Association
Battalion Chief
Ohio Fire Chiefs' Association, Riverside, Ohio, United States,
The City of Riverside, Ohio, is accepting applications for the position of Fire Department Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief, under the direction of the Fire Chief, serves as a first-line supervisor for Fire Department staff members; directly responsible to the Chief of the Department for training, fire suppression, emergency care, and the transport of sick and/or injured patients, fire prevention, and fire investigations. The fire department battalion chief works a 24/48-hour rotation @ 2912 hours per year.Interested candidates shall submit a completed application, applicable certifications, resume, and cover letter expressing their intent by 08:00 on August 5, 2024, via the city’s website. The resume should reflect the candidate's work history, education, training, and abilities, matching the job description for Battalion Chief. The cover letter should highlight what you have done to prepare yourself for this position, how you would contribute to the department, and how well your resume meets the job description.After the initial resume and cover letter evaluation, the top candidates meeting the requirements for Battalion Chief will be sent the date and times to continue in the hiring process during the week of August 19th, 2024. The remainder of the process will include:Persuasive Essay evaluationAssessment centerRiverside Chief Officer’s InterviewThe anticipated start date for the position will be September 15, 2024.MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalentAssociate degree in a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)Seven years or more experience as a Firefighter and ParamedicFive years of supervisory experience in an Officer level position, with at least two of those years at a Captain level or aboveCurrent State of Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification; State of Ohio Level II Firefighter Certification or equivalent; valid Ohio Driver's License; State of Ohio Fire Safety Inspector; Fire or EMS Instructor Certification; Hazardous Material operation certificateState of Ohio Fire Officer I and II (III and IV preferred)National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer (EFO) or the State of Ohio Fire Executive Program (OFE) (preferred)BERT – Basic Emergency Rescue Technician (preferred)National Incident Management System Certification IC-100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800Knowledge of local and state laws relating to Fire and EMS and the national fire code; thorough knowledge of inspection and investigative procedures; knowledge of fire suppression, prevention, and incident command proceduresKnowledge and familiarity with departmental, city, and state rules, regulations, ordinances, and policiesMust maintain required continuing education as required to maintain certificationSolid negotiation and persuasion skillsGeneral knowledge of computers and various software packagesBENEFITS:
Current wage: $103,055.68 Annually12 EDOsVacation – Ranges from 96 hours for entry-level to 336 hours/year after 25 years (Vacation accrual credit will be awarded with prior full-time government service).Sick Leave 6.46 hours per pay. (Accrued sick leave is transferrable with verification from previous local government employer).Tuition reimbursement up to $5000.00 annuallyHoliday Bonus payHealth Insurance (HDHP/HRA or PPO) = Employee pays 10% of total premium. Vision, Dental, & life Insurance. Voluntary benefits and short-term disability options are available.
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High School Diploma or equivalentAssociate degree in a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred)Seven years or more experience as a Firefighter and ParamedicFive years of supervisory experience in an Officer level position, with at least two of those years at a Captain level or aboveCurrent State of Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification; State of Ohio Level II Firefighter Certification or equivalent; valid Ohio Driver's License; State of Ohio Fire Safety Inspector; Fire or EMS Instructor Certification; Hazardous Material operation certificateState of Ohio Fire Officer I and II (III and IV preferred)National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer (EFO) or the State of Ohio Fire Executive Program (OFE) (preferred)BERT – Basic Emergency Rescue Technician (preferred)National Incident Management System Certification IC-100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800Knowledge of local and state laws relating to Fire and EMS and the national fire code; thorough knowledge of inspection and investigative procedures; knowledge of fire suppression, prevention, and incident command proceduresKnowledge and familiarity with departmental, city, and state rules, regulations, ordinances, and policiesMust maintain required continuing education as required to maintain certificationSolid negotiation and persuasion skillsGeneral knowledge of computers and various software packagesBENEFITS:
Current wage: $103,055.68 Annually12 EDOsVacation – Ranges from 96 hours for entry-level to 336 hours/year after 25 years (Vacation accrual credit will be awarded with prior full-time government service).Sick Leave 6.46 hours per pay. (Accrued sick leave is transferrable with verification from previous local government employer).Tuition reimbursement up to $5000.00 annuallyHoliday Bonus payHealth Insurance (HDHP/HRA or PPO) = Employee pays 10% of total premium. Vision, Dental, & life Insurance. Voluntary benefits and short-term disability options are available.
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