Fire Chief

Hinckley Township Fire Department

Hinckley, OH

Part-Time Fire Chief

GENERAL PURPOSEDirects and manages all aspects of the Fire Department and the services it provides. The Fire Chief is responsible for recommending and developing protection of the life and property in Hinckley Township. Administrative duties include planning, directing and coordinating department activities. The Fire Chief is responsible for recruitment and retention of personnel, purchase of equipment and assignment of personnel. The Fire Chief shall consult the Hinckley Township Board of Trustees on issues of policy and planning. The Fire Chief shall work independently in supervising technical operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Directs and oversees the activities of the fire department

Responsible for staffing, scheduling and incident report accuracy

Bi-weekly payroll

Submit reports to state and national fire and EMS reporting systems

Oversee training records and certifications

Plans, implements and reviews the long and short-range goals of the fire department

Develops policies for the administration of the fire department

Evaluates needs and makes recommendations for the purchase/construction of facilities, apparatus and equipment

Prepares budgets and controls expenditures

Establishes operational standards for the fire department

Determines training requirements and oversees training programs

Determines records and reports required and data needed by the fire department

Directs fire suppression operations, rescues and emergency care at scenes

Develops recommendations for the protection of life and property within Hinckley Township

Consults with the Board of Trustees and department heads on issues relating to firefighting, EMS and related services

Directs administrative functions including planning, personnel administration, equipment purchasing and the allocation of resources

Demonstrates a proficiency in improving operations, streamlining processes and cooperatively working to improve services to the residents/businesses of Hinckley Township

Desired Minimum Qualifications:Knowledge of:

Modern strategy and tactics of firefighting principles and practices

Capabilities of the Hinckley Township Fire Department and surrounding agencies

County Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS)

The use of fire records and their application to fire prevention, protection and administration

The rules and regulations of the department, resolutions of the Township, and laws of the State of Ohio as they pertain to the Fire Department

Proficient in Microsoft Office Products

Ability to:

Prepare short term and long term budgets and comply with the same

Account for and properly document department-related expenditures

Direct and coordinate a multidisciplinary staff in firefighting, fire prevention, and emergency medical service, revise, review, implement, and enforce department-wide policies and procedures

Assess department training needs, and devise and implement ongoing training plan

Perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others

Maintain discipline and respect for others

Lead and command effectively in emergency situations

Review and document the work of others for compliance to standards

Perform other functions as assigned

Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with Township Administrative personnel

Training and Experience:

Preferred qualifications include enrollment in or completion of the NFA Executive Fire Officers Program, Chief Officer Certification or Ohio Fire Executive Program

Experience working in an ALS/BLS delivery system with a minimum of EMT-B (EMT-P highly preferred) certification

Five years of related experience

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