HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - No. 92-22RESOLUTION NO. 92-22
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A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING THE REVISED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS
FOR FIRE BATTALION CHIEF
RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby approve the
revised class specifications for Fire Battalion Chief, as shown on
Exhibit A attached hereto.
Dated: February 5, 1992
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 92-22 was passed and
adopted by the Lodi City Council in a regular meeting held February 5,
1992 by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Hinchman, Pennino, Sieglock, Snider
and Pinkerton (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - None
Absent: Council Members - None
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City Clerk
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RES9222/TXTA.02J
CITY OF LODI
FIRE BATTALION CHIEF
DEFINITION:
September 1989
Under direction, responsible for the supervision of all personnel and
operations of a shift; responsible for both emergency and non -emergency
activities of a number of companies; commands emergency response scenes;
performs.related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Fire Battalion Chief is responsible for coordinating the daily operations
of on -duty fire suppression personnel, apparatus and equipment; responsible for
acting as on -scene incident commander of responses to fire, rescue and medical
calls.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies
and procedures; interprets policies and procedures and insures their
proper application.
Plans, organizes, assigns and evaluates the work of staff and shift operational
activities; makes staff assignments to fire stations.
Serves as Incident Commander at emergency scenes; supervises response to
emergency fire, medical aid, hazardous material, rescue and other
situations and directs companies responding to the emergency.
Briefs superior officers concerning emergency situations, reviews strategy
and tactics being employed and turns over command when relieved.
Supervises Fire Captains and works with them to coordinate the work of a shift.
Coordinates the repair and maintenance of equipment and fire apparatus;
monitors changes in equipment and methods and recommends incorporation
into department activities.
Provides for the selection of staff; evaluates employee performance and
counsels employees regarding work performance and procedures; administers
discipline, receives and takes action on grievances.
Maintains records and prepares periodic and special reports; responsible for
maintenance of vacation and holiday records.
Assists the Fire Prevention Bureau and supervises the assignment of personnel
to the shift inspector program; assists with development and delivery of
the department training program.
Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Fire Administrative Officers in.
their absence.
Participates in public relations and public education programs.
• CITY OF LODI
FIRE BATTALION CHIEi
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of•
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Supervisory principles and practices, including work organization and
delegation, training and evaluation.
Principles, techniques, material, equipment and strategy and tactics used in
fire suppression, investigation, prevention, and incident command.
Principles and practices of providing emergency medical response.
Hazardous material and chemical spill response.
Applicable state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations.
Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work.
Geographical layout of the City and location of various fire suppression
utilities.
Skill to:
Make appropriate plans and tactical decisions in response situations.
Plan, assign, direct, review and evaluate the work of others.
Assess emergency incidents and develop, implement and direct appropriate
response strategies.
Develop and conduct classroom and practical training courses and programs.
Render emergency medical care at the basic life support level.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered
in the course of the work.
Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and other
written materials.
/ EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to educatin and experience that would likely provide
the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical
combination is:
Education:
Associate of Arts degree in fire science, business administration, personnel
management or a related field.
Experience:
One year of full-time experience equivalent to Fire Captain.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
Possession of the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as
mandated by the California Commercial Vehicle Code.
Certification as an Emergency First Responder.
Certification as a State of California Fire Officer.
,iFR REQUIRE14ENTS:
WL'A;nyness to participate in the Lodi Fire Department Physical Fitness Program.