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R 3995 RESOLUTION NO. 3995 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ESTABLISHING A JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR THE BATTALION CHIEF POSITION WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande ("City") deems it in the best interest of the City to upgrade the position of Training Captain in the Fire Department to Battalion Chief and transition the position to Arroyo Grande from the City of Grover Beach so the salary will have an appropriate range in relationship to the Captain positions from both departments; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande ("City") deems it in the best interest of the City to establish a job description for the position of Battalion Chief, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated herein by this reference; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande ("City") deems it in the best interest of the City to establish a salary range for the position of Battalion Chief. This position will be placed on the management salary schedule as an exempt position at range M-51 and will receive all management benefits. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande that the position of Battalion Chief is hereby established to perform the duties and responsibilities set forth in the job description so attached as Exhibit "A". The permanent, full-time position of Battalion Chief shall be established as an exempt, management position at salary range M-51 and shall receive management benefits. This Resolution shall become effective as of February 14, 2007. On motion of Council Member Costello, seconded by Council Member Guthrie, and on the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Costello, Guthrie, Fellows, Arnold, and Mayor Ferrara None None the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 13th day of February, 2007. RESOLUTION NO. 3"1Q5 PAGE 2 TONY FER , MAYOR ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: ST~~i~ CITY MANAGER APPROVED TO AS FORM: TIM EXHIBIT "A" CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE BATTALION CHIEF Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. JOB OBJECTIVES: Provides highly complex support to the Director of Building and Fire with administrative pianning, organizing, and directing of both emergency and non-emergency activities, including management of the department programs in an effective manner. Serves as the department's Training and Safety Officer. Responds to and directs emergency scene operations and staff. Responsible for a significant portion of the department's financial resources. Coordinates assigned activities with other fire divisions, outside agencies, and the general pubiic. Performs other duties as required/assigned. This position serves the communities of Arroyo Grande and Grover Beach. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from the Director of Buiiding and Fire. Exercises supervision over fire fighting staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS: The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: 1. Serve both communities as the department's interactive training officer/coordinator, ensuring continuous and quality training standards of the department are maintained. 2. Coordinate joint training exercises with neighboring jurisdictions. 3. Management of day-to-day department operations, including determining methods and systems to meet program goals. 4. Actively monitor and resolve shift issues regarding staffing, personnel issues, and first level supervisor performance. 5. Direct station maintenance, apparatus maintenance, and equipment upkeep. 6. Serve as incident commander on significant incidents requiring the coordination of multiple resources. 7. Identify, research, develop and present complex policies, programs, systems, reports and interdepartmental studies designed to improve operations. 8. Develop, present, and monitor operations section budget. 9. Serve as acting Director of Building and Fire in his/her absence. 10. Develop and coordinate ongoing citywide disaster preparedness and training programs. 11. Select, train, motivate and evaluate fire suppression personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement personnel actions. CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE Battalion Chief (Continued) Page 2 12. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and Innovations in the field of fire suppression and prevention. MarQinal Functions: 1. Coordinate and staff special events as required. 2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. QUALIFICATIONS: KnowledQe of: o Modern organizational management practices. o Knowledge of current, widely accepted emergency response principles and incident command systems in the areas of medical, fire, hazardous materials, and technical rescues. o Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, fire safety codes, and regulations. o Operational characteristics of fire suppression and emergency medical apparatus and equipment. o Principles of municipal budget preparation and control. o Principles of supervision, personnel development, and training. o Personnel management and procedures. o Basic office procedures and methods including computer equipment and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications. Abilitv to: o Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. o Lead, direct, and motivate others. o Work independently. o Establish and maintain effective working relationships. o Analyze problems and apply sound judgment in developing alternatives. o Appreciate participatory/political concerns of the two communities. o Interpret, explain, and apply policies and procedures in managing a variety of diverse and complex situations. o Handle confidential operation and employee information. o Manage a variety of diverse and complex functions. o Lead operations staff in delivering emergency services. o Conduct surveys and studies to determine training needs. o Critique emergency calls. o Coordinate training records; set up system and review updating of individual and company training records. o Coordinate interviews, references, physicals, and other personnel selection methods for new staff. o Serves as tiaison with the San Luis Obispo County Training Officer's Association. o Coordinate and provide training for city staff and emergency responders in the familiarization, operations and implementation of the City's Disaster Plans and Emergency Operations Center. o Evaluate assigned staff. o Respond to request and inquiries from the general public. o Operate office equipment. CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE Battalion Chief (Continued) Page 3 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: . Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college/university in fire science or a related field is highly desirable. . Graduation from a National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer preferred. Experience: . Equivalent to six years professional level experience, including 2 years as a Fire Captain in municipal fire protection involving participation requiring administrative skills, training experience and emergency response. . Experience as a Strike Team Leader on major incidents. Licenses or Certificates: . Possession of an appropriate and valid driver's license. . Possession of California State Fire Marshal certificates, Instructor 1 A and 1 B. . Valid California State Fire Marshal Fire Officer 1 Certification desired. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environmental Conditions: Office and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to emergency firefighting environment; exposure to computer screens, motorized vehicles and equipment, noise, dust, grease, flames, smoke, fumes, gases, chemicals, and extreme heat or cold; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; work at heights on ladders; work with water. Phvsical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting; climbing with both legs and arms; crouching, crawling, or kneeling for various periods of time; use of respirator; vision sufficient to assess emergency situations and recommend effective courses of action. TRAINING OFFICER PERFORMANCE AND DELIVERY EXPECTATIONS The training officer shall provide essential elements in developing a training program, which include but are not limited to: 1. Training for incoming personnel . Evaluation of Basic Firefighter 1 and EMT skills 2. In-service training . Critical skills that are used infrequently . High consequence skills and procedures . Review of incident experiences . Continuing education required for certifications . Mandated training . Departmental goals and objectives 3. Staff Development . Provide accessibility to training programs . Identify prerequisites for training/classes . When possible, assist with time and travel constraints . Access to learning resources (both print and non-print) 4. Learning from incidents . Participation shall be broad and input process inclusive . Compliance with standard operating procedures . Review of audiovisual or communications 5. Training for special operations . Utilization of county, regional or national programs . Requirements for required certifications . Travel and cost coverage . Public or private sector sources . Training with other jurisdictions 6. Training Records . Appreciation of comprehensive records . Individual records These elements should focus on recognized fire service performance responsibilities and community based threat potentials. The training office shall maintain responsibility for the city's emergency plans, training of city staff, and upgrades of the plans. OFFICIAL CERTIFICATION I, KELLY WETMORE, City Clerk of the City of Arroyo Grande, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury, that the attached Resolution No. 3995 is a true, full, and correct copy of said Resolution passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Arroyo Grande on the 13th day of February 2007. WITNESS my hand and the Seal of the City of Arroyo Grande affixed this 15th day of February 2007.