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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO—REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Personnel
From: Diana Leibrich M/CC Meeting Date: 05/06/2013
Prepared by: Linda Wynn, (909) 384-5161
Dept: Human Resources Ward(s): All
Subject:
Job Description Revision: Fire Chief(U) (#2390)
Current Business Registration Certificate: Not Applicable
Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to update job descriptions.
Motion: Approve job description as proposed.
Synopsis of Previous Council Action:
On April 18, 2013, the Personnel Committee Chairman recommended that the job description
revision for Fire Chief(U) move forward to the Mayor and Common Council for adoption.
Background:
In an effort to expand the candidate pool for the position of Fire Chief, the requirement that the
candidate have prior service as a Fire Captain with the San Bernardino City Fire Department is
being eliminated. This action will allow any candidate with six (6) years of experience as a Fire
Captain or above to qualify for consideration for the position of Fire Chief.
Supporting Documents:
Fire Chief(U).70275 (DOC)
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Class Code: 70275
D 1S j0to M/CC Date Updated: May 6, 2013
City of San Bernardino Signature:
Human Resources Division Manager
Bargaining Unit: Management/Confidential
EEOC Job Category: Officials and Administrators
Class Specification
FIRE CHIEF (U)
JOB PURPOSE a
Under general administrative direction, plans, organizes, coordinates and directs effective fire o
inspections, prevention, suppression, emergency medical services, training and public
education programs; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside
agencies; and performs related work as required. c
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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Fire Chief discharges his/her duties in accordance with overall policy guidance articulated o
by the Mayor and Common Council; receives executive management direction from the Mayor
and general direction with respect to administrative matters from the City Manager.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may g
be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
1. Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City
department staff.
2. Assumes full management responsibility for all department services and activities LO
including fire inspection, prevention, suppression, emergency medical service, training o
and community relations programs; determines policy matters for operation of the Fire
Department; initiates and advises on the development of municipal codes and
ordinances. d
3. Manages the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and U
procedures for each assigned service area.
4. Establishes, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and `c
evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures;
allocates resources accordingly. E
5. Plans, directs and coordinates, through subordinate level staff, the Fire Department's
work plan; assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and .2
evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with key staff to identify and resolve a
problems.
6. Assesses and monitors work load, administrative and support systems, and internal
reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and implements
change.
7. Supervises firefighting apparatus and equipment tests; directs fire prevention
educational and inspection programs, fire detection and reporting methods; responds to
fire alarms or emergency calls when his/her services are required, and may assume role
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of Incident Commander; directs firefighting procedures by use of the Incident Command
System.
8. Observes the nature of and appraises the propensities of each fire to determine and
direct the most effective combative method and agent; directs forcible entry or rescue
actions, the establishment of adequate protective cordons around hazardous areas, and
the evacuation of personnel; orders the shutdown of utilities; ensures that the scene of
the fire is protected, and that any suspected arson evidence is not removed prior to
evaluation by fire investigators.
9. Attends conventions, advisory boards, conferences, and educational courses relating to
new firefighting procedures such as radiological and chemical hazards in firefighting;
prepares articles and delivers speeches; prepares reports, manuals, studies, bulletins
and reviews; coordinates and implements familiarization and training procedures with CL
other communities to foster and develop reciprocal commitments in obtaining firefighting o
assistance and support in the event of emergency situations; serves as a member of a
board of investigation.
I 10. Arranges for training demonstrations in firefighting techniques; coordinates Fire o
Department activities with the City Water Department on fire protection and a
extinguishment problems; develops and directs community relations programs.
11. Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates d
I staff training; reviews performance ratings of employees and provides employee
counseling; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and 0
termination procedures.
12. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the department
budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and c
supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate
and necessary.
13. Explains, justifies and defends department programs, policies and activities; negotiates c
and resolves sensitive and controversial issues. ?;
14. Represents the Fire Department to other departments, elected officials and outside ='
agencies; coordinates assigned activities with those of other departments and outside ti
agencies and organizations. c
15. Routinely adheres to and maintains a positive attitude towards City and Department ~
goals.
16. Performs related work as required.
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GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS ;v
Knowledge of.- u-
1. Operations, services and activities of a fire department.
2. Incident Command System. E
3. Modern fire suppression. 0
4. Emergency medical service. a
5. Principles of management, administration, supervision, training and community relations.
6. Fire prevention, alarm transmissions, equipment maintenance, and fire drill procedures.
7. Municipal codes and ordinances affecting fire department operations.
8. Control of hazardous material situations.
9. Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
10. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
1. Coordinate and direct several fire companies during firefighting operations.
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2. Lead personnel effectively.
3. Respond quickly under emergency conditions.
4. Direct departmental training programs.
5. Direct fire prevention and investigation activities.
6. Determine and appraise principal fire hazards.
7. Maintain discipline.
8. Appraise workloads.
9. Prepare comprehensive reports, plans, and estimates.
10. Conduct thorough investigations.
11. Develop and plan a departmental budget and work program.
12. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS o
Education, Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation
from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in public o
administration, fire administration, or related field. a
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Accreditation shall be by a national or regional accreditation body that is recognized by the o
Secretary of the United States Department of Education.
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A minimum of six years' service at the supervisory level of Fire Captain or above. in the San Y
Bern aFdiRG Gity Fire non #R4eR+ Experience at the level of Battalion Chief or above may be
substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college work. c
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Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements: �
Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. c
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable o
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential ~
functions.
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear, U
both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard L
business equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to
stand and walk, and to transport materials and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to see in the normal visual range,
with or without correction; vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens and other a
printed documents.
Hearing abilities required by this job include the ability to hear in the normal audio range with or
without correction.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees work in indoor and outdoor environments; may be exposed to noises, vibrations,
odors and dust; and may be required to work in inclement weather conditions.
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