FIREFIGHTER MANAGER - 03262024- 56280

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY, ARMY NATIONAL GUARD DIVISION, GIBSON COUNTY

This position has the potential opportunity to work from home up to 40%.

Qualifications

1. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license;
2. Must be eligible to receive a security clearance of SECRET, as required by appropriate regulations;
3. Must pass a medical examination by a licensed physician so that physical condition is sufficient to perform all assigned duties;
4. Must pass a physical fitness and agility examination to demonstrate that physical condition is sufficient to perform all assigned duties;
5. Must be willing and eligible to complete the required Air National Guard Fire Protection Program Certifications consistent with the duties of this job classification.

Summary

Responsibilities

1. Directs firefighting crews on aircraft, facility, and equipment fire responses.
2. Directs personnel during medical responses.
3. Directs rescue operations during vehicle extrication, confined space and high/low angle responses.
4. Directs crews during hazardous materials incidents.

1. Reviews and approves time to include payable time, leave, and overtime requests in accordance with State Leave and Attendance policy.
2. Performs disciplinary actions as needed in accordance with established Military department and Department of Human Resources policies.
3. Manages a payroll spreadsheet to ensure payable time, leave and overtime is accurate and balanced.
4. Assists the Fire Chief in managing the Fire Department's budget for the MCA employees IAW Appendix 24.

1. Operates assigned Airport Rescue Firefighting and Structural apparatus in a non-emergency or emergency mode with emergency lights and sirens.

1. Maintains required 90% critical, 80% non-critical training by attending all required training as outlined in the Fire Department Annual Training Plan.
2. Teaches classes as outlined in the Fire Department Annual Training Plan not to exceed their level or training.
3. Manages the Fire Department's Training Program in accordance with AFI 32-2001.

1. Conducts Performance planning discussions, interim reviews and annual evaluations in accordance with Department of Human Resources policy and due dates.

1. Manages Fire Control Center Operators.
2. Manages the routine building inspection and cleaning of the fire station.
3. Manages firefighting personnel in fire prevention duties as assigned on base facilities in accordance with established policies and NFPA standards.
4. Manages firefighting personnel in inspections on tools, equipment and apparatus in accordance with established policies and NFPA standards.
5. Manages firefighting personnel in routine maintenance on tools, equipment, and apparatus in accordance with established policy and NFPA standards.
6. Manages new employee orientations.

Competencies

1. Business Acumen
2. Problem Solving
3. Delegation
4. Directing Others
5. Organizing
6. Command Skills
7. Conflict Management
8. Confronting Direct Reports
9. Organizational Agility
10. Customer Orientation

Knowledge:

1. Administration and Management
2. Basic knowledge of Aircraft and Structural Firefighting
3. Education and Training
4. Knowledge of Basic Computer Operation
5. Public Safety and Security
6. Telecommunication
7. Equipment Selection
8. Learning Strategies

Skills:

1. Comprehensive Problem Solving Skills
2. Critical Thinking
3. Management of Material Resources
4. Management of Personnel Resources
5. Monitoring
6. Negotiation
7. Reading Comprehension
8. Time Management

Abilities:

1. Physical Coordination
2. Ability to Communicate
3. Ability to Receive Verbal Communication
4. Oral Comprehension
5. Oral Expression
6. Physical Stamina
7. Problem Recognition
8. Written Comprehension
9. Written Expression

Tools & Equipment

1. Computer
2. Telephone
3. Copier
4. Scanner
5. Radios
6. Printer
7. Personal Protective Equipment
8. Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
9. Miscellaneous Firefighting Tools (gas, pneumatic and hand tools)

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.