Reeves County ESD 1 - Fire Training Battalion Chief

 Job Title: 

Fire Training Battalion Chief 

Districts 

ESD 1 

FLSA Category: 

Exempt 

Reports to: 

Assistant Chief of Fire Services 

Division: 

Training 

Travel Required: 

Yes (<10%) 

Salary Range: 

Dependent on Qualifications 

Position Type: 

Full Time 

 Job Description 

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Plans, evaluates, and directs ESDs personnel, policies, programs, and operations as assigned by the ESD Chief or the Assistant Chiefs. 

• Responsible for internal & external training programs, tracking continuing education of ESD 1 responders to ensure annual requirements are met, developing and implementing the annual training plan, planning and executing recruitment & retention programs. 

• Collaborates with Command Staff and Company Officers to identify responder performance issues and develop training classes designed to improve the deficiencies as necessary. 

• Coordinates, collaborates, and assists the Human Resources Manager with the vetting of responder applicants, onboarding. 

• Oversees ESD 1 Firefighter Cadet Training Academies and serves as the Firefighter Cadet Supervisor until the cadets are fully certified and released to a shift for full duty. 

• Develops and enforces rules, regulations, and procedures in accordance with federal and state industry best practices, and policies. 

• Assists in preparing and regulating the annual ESD 1 training and recruitment budget. 

• Plans and assists with the purchase of training supplies, equipment and services needed to efficiently operate the ESD 1 Training and Recruitment Branch 

• Serves as the Incident Safety Officer at emergency incidents, training sessions, and other events as necessary. 

• Assists with the coordination and collaboration of public safety education, and injury prevention programs, in support of RCESD approved programs. 

• Oversees public educational programs as assigned by the ESD Chief or Assistant Chiefs. 

• Oversees the maintenance of records and reports associated with the ESD 1 Training and Recruitment Branch. 

• Ensures that the ESD 1 Personnel are maintaining certifications, licenses, accreditations and are proficiently performing required skills. 

• Assists in preparing studies, reports, and recommendations as deemed necessary for ESD Administration’s review and approval. 

• Communicates, coordinates, and collaborates with community, ESD Administration, and officials of other jurisdictions on matters related to the ESD as directed by the ESD Chief or Assistant Chiefs 

• Represents the ESD 1 at local, state, and regional meetings as assigned by the ESD Chief or Assistant Chief. 

• When necessary, responds to and may be called to direct emergency responses to ensure the safety of personnel and the public. 

• Performs other duties as deemed necessary by the ESD Chief. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

The candidate is preferred to have a college degree and a minimum of 8 years of service within an ESD, municipal, or equivalent structural department. In addition, candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience. Prefer that candidate be certified as a Fire Officer II, advanced or master level fire fighter, basic fire inspector, and a minimum fire instructor II. 

PREFERRED SKILLS 

Prefer candidate to have computer skills, interpersonal relations skills, and a strong belief in customer centricity. Must be able to cope with highly stressful situations regularly, with minimal supervision.