Redwood City: Deputy Fire Chief - #25A-78 (20663705) 1. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Read questions carefully and answer exactly as asked. Do not answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to Human Resources for assistance well in advance of the application closing date. All responses and supporting materials must be received by the deadline via your CalOpps application. Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement. Yes No 2. I have attached a resume. (You must attach a resume in order for your application to be considered complete). Yes No 3. Do you have greater than or equal to 5 years of experience at the level of Battalion Chief or above? Yes No 4. Provide details of your experience at the level of Battalion Chief or above, including the following for each applicable position: position title, employer, years and months of employment in that position. 5. What is your highest level of education? • Did not complete high school or equivalent • High school diploma or equivalent • Some college • Associate’s degree • Associate’s degree, with additional postgraduate coursework from an accredited college or university • Bachelor's degree • Bachelor’s degree, with additional postgraduate coursework from an accredited college or university • Master's degree or higher 6. If you obtained a Bachelor’s or Associate’s AND completed additional postgraduate coursework from an accredited college or university, list courses taken and their number of quarter units or semester units. (DO NOT include coursework that counted towards an AA, AS, BA, or BS degree; skip this question if it does not apply to you). 7. Describe any training completed that helped you obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position of Deputy Fire Chief. (This question is for training only; do not include education, which is addressed in questions #5 and #6). 8. Do you have a California Chief Officer Certificate? • Yes • No • No, but I have the ability to obtain it within the 1-year probation period 9. Do you possess a valid California driver's license? • Yes • No • No, but I have the ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License by the date of appointment. Provide written answers to question #10, #11 and #12 that are concise, clear and with accurate spelling and grammar. Please do not exceed 1500 words total. 10. List the primary divisions or functional areas you have worked in (such as fire protection, hazardous materials inspection and suppression program development, administration, training) and briefly summarize the nature and length of your experience in each. 11. What have you done to facilitate a team environment and cohesive work group in your current position? What have you done to maintain and continue to develop this environment? 12. As Deputy Chief, you will have a variety of customer groups. Examples include the Fire Chief, elected officials, executive management, Department supervisors, administrative personnel across both Cities, etc. Describe your communication style and approach that will ensure these customer groups receive the appropriate level of communication from you.
