Asst Fire Chief AD 7 19 17Assistant Fire Chief - Operations
COMMUNITY * SERVICE * OPPORTUNITY
Deadline August 11, 2017 at 5PM
Through selection, training, and pro-
fessional development we will create a
Fire Department that is a model to our
peers, an asset to our community, and
This is a senior-level, professional
staff, full-time position in
Schertz Fire Rescue.
The Community
Schertz is located in Bexar, Comal, and Guadalupe Counties
The City of Schertz is accepting applications for the position of As-
sistant Fire Chief to fill an upcoming vacancy at that position. The
Schertz Fire Rescue Department employs 38 uniformed positions in
two fire stations in this dynamic community. A third fire station is
curranty in the design phase, with construction anticipated to start in
the next couple of months. Serving a population of approximately
40,000 along the San Antonio-Austin Corridor, Schertz is a rapidly
growing city with projections for the population to double within the
next ten years. The department is expected to grow along with the
community cre-ating an exciting opportunity in this progressive
department. The department covers approximately 42 square miles.
Schertz Fire Rescue is equipped with top of the line equipment and
protective clothing. The Department is a learning organization that
is proud of its training and professional development. Continuous
learning is expected at all levels of employment.
In 2013, the city was identified as one of the safest cities in Texas by
Safewise, a home security company, which ranked Schertz No. 28
on a list of the 50 Safest Cities in Texas. The city was also noted by
CNN Money Magazine in 2013 for its contribution to Guadalupe
county, which was rated at No. 4 on their list of “Where the jobs
are” with a 12.2% job growth rate.
Schertz has dedicated significant resources to building a quality
Parks and Recreation program. Presently, the city maintains 13 de-
veloped city parks, covering more than 340 acres. The city has also
identified an additional eight park locations, covering more than 33
Government
The City of Schertz operates under a Council-Manager form of
government. The City Council shall be composed of the Mayor and
seven Councilmembers. The City Manager oversees the work of
384 full-time employees, an annual budget of over $70 million and
15 departments including Police, Fire, Finance, Courts Services,
Economic Development, Public Works, Development Services,
Parks & Recreation, Human Resources, Communications, and In-
Vision:
To ensure our community enjoys an
exceptional quality of life and sus-
tainable economic prosperity.
City Mission Statement Compensation
The annual starting salary for this position is $82,555 -
$102,648. Actual salary will be dependent on the qualifications
and experience of the successful candidate. The City has an
exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision
insurance, 20-year TMRS retire-ment with 5-year vesting and 2:1
City match, vacation and holidays.
Values
Do the right thing; do it safely; and do
it better than anyone else.
City Goals
Quality of Life
Sustainable Economic Prosperity
Effective Land Use
Regional Collaboration and Inter-
governmental Cooperation
City Policy Values
Encourage Economic Prosperity
Maintain Fiscally Sustainability
Family Friendly for All Ages
High Quality of Life
Safe Community
Essential Services
Attractive Community
Innovative and Proactive
Service Oriented
Friendly City
Job Summary
The Assistant Fire Chief, under the general supervision of the Fire
Chief, is responsible for supervising the department’s operations di-
vision. He/she assists the Fire Chief in creating and managing the
annual budget, supervising Fire Suppression Personnel, coordinating
assigned administrative duties, maintains the equipment and appa-
ratus assigned to the department, and assisting with department dis-
cipline. He/she should display a high level of professional decorum
in all daily operations and interactions.
Essential Job FUNCTIONS
Assists in strategic planning for the Fire Department.
Supervises the maintenance of shift schedules for the department.
Assists in the development, training, and evaluation of personnel.
Assists in the development and implementation of policies andprocedures.
Monitors and evaluate the department’s methods of service deliv-ery; make recommendations for change; implement the changes
Interprets, applies, and enforces city and department policies,procedures, and guidelines.Attends staff meetings.
Enforces discipline throughout the department.
Manages the requisition of supplies and keep related records.
Prepares and reviews forms, run reports, schedules, and otheradministrative records and documents.
Participates in the Fire Department’s medium and long rangeplanning processes as they pertain to individual areas of responsi-bility.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings.
Remains abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fireand emergency services.
Community. Service. Opportunity.
City Vision
Identifies opportunities for improvement and reviews
with the Fire Chief.
Directs the implementation of activities and improve-
ments of divisions and programs assigned to his/her su-
pervision.
Ensures the investigation of all fires as outlined in the
Department Standard Operating Guidelines.
Serves as Fire Department liaison to the City’s Infor-
mation Services Department.
Responds to unpredictable emergency incidents for pro-
longed periods of extreme physical exertion without ben-
efit of warm-up, scheduled rest periods, meals, access to
medication(s), or hydration.
Operates fire apparatus or other vehicles in an emergency
mode with emergency lights and sirens.
Exercises critical, time-sensitive, complex problem solv-
ing during physical exertion in stressful, hazardous envi-
ronments such as hot, dark, tightly enclosed spaces that is
further aggravated by fatigue, flashing lights, sirens, and
other distractions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs all duties, including firefighting, of the fire
chief during sick leave, time off, and vacation.
Serves in an on-call capacity to respond to emergencies
and command all phases of the fire operations, and other
related duties.
Complete performance appraisals of direct subordinates
and review performance appraisals of indirect subordi-
nates.
Essential Job Functions Cont
Functions as an integral component of a team in which
a sudden incapacitation of a member can result in mis-
sion failure or in risk of injury or death to civilians or
other team members.
Performs various maintenance tasks on apparatus,
equipment and station.
Other duties as required by the Fire Chief.
Certification, License and Special Require-
ments
Must be a resident of the City of Schertz or live
within 15 miles of the City Municipal offices at
1400 Schertz Parkway.
Requires: Fire Officer IV or (Texas Fire Chiefs
Academy Graduate, or TEEX Fire Service Chief
Executive Officer), NIMS (100, 200, 300, 400, 700,
800), EMT-B certification from Texas Department
of State Health Services (DSHS), Structural Certifi-
cations by the Texas Commission of Fire Protec-
tion.
Requires a valid Class “B” Texas driver’s license
and the ability to remain insurable under the city’s
insurance policy.
Minimum Education and Experience Require-
ments
Requires Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally ac-
credited college, and 10 years of related work ex-
perience, with a minimum of three years of super-
visory experience.
Knowledge of modern firefighting and fire prevention
methods including the use of apparatus and equipment
Knowledge of rules and regulations governing the activi-
ties of the fire department
Knowledge of all federal, state and local laws relative to
the activities of the fire department
Knowledge of building construction and related codes,
electric power codes and location of hazardous occupan-
cies in the city
Knowledge of the operation and location of water mains
as applied to the firefighting activities of the fire depart-
ment
Knowledge of modern techniques and methods as applied
to the administration of firefighting and fire prevention
activities and related acts
Skilled in the operation of all firefighting and rescue
equipment including motor vehicles
Ability to teach and practice sound safety and work hab-
its
Ability to undergo annual medical and complete physical
assessments
Ability to perform approved emergency medical care
Ability to assist in community efforts throughout the mu-
nicipality
Ability to react quickly and remain calm under duress
and strain
Ability to plan, assign, and direct the work of a number
of subordinates
Oversees Post-Incident Analysis (PIA) as needed
Coordinates with Fleet Maintenance Department service
and repair of vehicles and apparatus
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the department
and to correlate its development with changing condi-
tions in the municipality
Ability to maintain harmonious relationship with mu-
nicipal officials and the general public
Ability to initiate and develop public relation policies
for the department
Ability to provide leadership and make sound deci-
sions in directing the operations of personnel and
equipment under emergency conditions
Ensures that equipment, safety clothing, apparatus,
and supplies are specified, purchased, received, and
distributed in an effective manner.
Ability to prepare reports and carry out long-range
plans and programs
Ability to lead people effectively and react quickly
and calmly under duress and strain
Ability to wear an SCBA, which includes a demand
valve–type positive-pressure face piece or HEPA filter
masks, which requires the ability to tolerate increased
respiratory workloads
Ability to communicate (give and comprehend verbal
orders) while wearing personal protective ensembles
and SCBA under conditions of high background noise,
poor visibility, and drenching from hoselines and/or
fixed protection systems (sprinklers)
City of Schertz
1400 Schertz Parkway
Schertz, TX 78154
210-619-1000
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must complete an online application.
The City will not consider emailed, mailed or
hand delivered applications or resumes. Infor-
mation can be found at http://schertz.com/?
page_id=322.
For additional information, contact Jessica
Kurz, Director of Human Resources at
jkurz@schertz.com
210-619-1150