Key responsibilities include:
Direct Supervision: Managing and supervising a team of firefighters within a designated division, ensuring proper staffing and performance levels.
Operational Oversight: Coordinating emergency response activities at incidents, including managing incident command structure and assigning roles to personnel.
Policy Development: Helping to create and enforce department policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Budget Management: Assisting the Chief in preparing and monitoring the department budget.
Training and Development: Overseeing firefighter training programs, ensuring compliance with required certifications.
Fire Prevention: Implementing and managing fire prevention programs within the community.
Public Relations: Representing the department at public events and community meetings
Staffing and Recruitment: Participating in hiring and promotional processes within the department
Investigations: Conducting investigations into incidents and accidents within the department
Liaison with Other Agencies: Collaborating with other emergency services, local government officials, and community organizations