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Description
The City of Dixon is recruiting to fill one full-time position of Fire Battalion Chief and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. The Fire Battalion Chief will act as a shift commander, ensure operational readiness for emergency response and perform emergency command and control functions; to provide highly responsible staff assistance to Fire Administration; and to manage and participate in administrative tasks, programs, and projects.
Selection Procedure: Apply online and include all required documents at the time application is submitted. Applications will be reviewed and screened, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process.
Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will be invited to participate in the following tentatively scheduled for the week of September 15th:
- Oral Panel Interview
- Emergency Response Simulation Exercises
- Administrative Duties Exercise
The most qualified candidates from the assessment process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. The Fire Chief will make a final selection from candidates in the certified employment list.
Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary.
Employment Processing: Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a Personal History Statement (PHS) review, personal background investigation, pre-employment medical, and drug test, an 18-month probationary period, and in accordance with Federal law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.
Failure of any component during the exam/employment process eliminates the candidate.
Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference Points will be applied. A PDF copy of the DD214 form must be submitted at the time of application.
Special Accommodations: Contact Human Resources at (707) 678-7000. EOE.
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Ideal Candidate
Knowledge & Abilities:
Knowledge of fire suppression and rescue principles; apparatus and equipment; fire prevention, inspections, rules of evidence, local state and federal safety laws, codes and laws affecting fire prevention and department operations; pre-hospital care; education and instruction principles.
Ability to plan and direct the activities of subordinates; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with other departments, agencies, and the public; operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications; prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive verbal and written reports; operate two-way radio and other communications equipment; make public presentations; think and act quickly and effectively in emergencies; function as the Incident Commander or any Section position within the Incident Command System.
Education:
Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college with major course work in Fire Science or related field. A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Fire Technology or a related field is highly desirable.
Experience:
Six years of increasingly responsible experience with a full-service municipal fire department, including at least three years of supervisory responsibility.
License or Certificates:
Possession of a valid Class C or higher California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
Possession of a California Fire Service Training and Education System (CFSTES) Fire Officer Certificate. Completion of CFSTES Chief Officer Certification is a condition of passing probation.
Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician certificate and a valid CPR certification; ability to be qualified under CICCS for applicable positions.
Benefits
This position is covered by the Dixon Public Safety Mid-Manager's Association (DPSMMA)
Advancement of Vacation Accrual Rate: Employees will be eligible to apply prior years of service employed as a Firefighter with a California City, County, State Agency or other agency recognized in the State of California as a Fire Department for the purpose of determining a higher vacation accrual rate tier upon hire.
Retirement: CalPERS Retirement System (3% @ 55 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2.7% @ 57 formula for new CalPERS members). MOU INTERPRETATION OF CALPERS TIERS The City does not participate in social security.
Medical: CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum Family Medical Benefit Allowance: $2,025 per month.
Administrative Leave Pay: 104 hours per fiscal year (use it or lose it) 50% cash out option.
Bilingual Pay: $100 per month upon certification.
Education Incentive:
- BA/BS degree - $210/month
- "Chief Fire Officer" certificate - $210/month
- "Haz-Mat" Specialist or "Paramedic" certificate entitled to 1% of base pay
Physical Fitness Incentive: $250.00 per month upon certification.
Review the Benefit Summary Sheet for full scope of benefits.
This summary is subject to change without notice, and does not constitute either an expressed or an implied contract. If conflicts between this summary and basic policy statements occur, the basic policy will prevail.
CalPERS Annuitants are limited to only 960 hours in a fiscal year and this position is full-time.
Special Instructions
Complete
1. An online application
2. Supplemental Questionnaire
Submit
1. Associate's Degree or higher
2. California Fire Service Training and Education System Fire Officer certificate
3. California Fire Service Training and Education System Chief Officer certificate, if applicable
4. A valid California EMT-B or EMT-P
5. A valid CPR certificate
6. A satisfactory driving record. (Attach DMV Printout obtained from an official California DMV Office - www.DMV.ca.gov). The online Driver Record is not an official document, but the City will accept either this or an official copy. The City will also accept an out of state/country DMV record. However, you will need to obtain a California State Driver’s License within 30 days of appointment.
Candidates who do not submit document(s) WILL NOT be invited to continue in the selection process.
All required documents must be attached at the time application is submitted.
NO FAXES OR EMAILS ACCEPTED!