Police Officer

Seeking applicants who possess key skills such as inter-personal communications, problem-solving, basic technological expertise, critical thinking, empathy, and “community-mindedness”. All applicants must pass our Civil Service Exam (written test, agility course & interview).  

You MUST be available for the Physical Agility Course on: Date to be determined. You will be asked to sign pre-employment forms & provide copies of the following documents:

  • Vaid Driver’s License
  • Birth Certificate
  • Social Security Card
  • GED or High School Diploma
  • DD214 (if applicable)

Consideration for Employment & Automatic Disqualifiers

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The Spartanburg Police Department is a nationally accredited, professional police service dedicated to making our city a safer place to live by fighting crime and improving the quality of life in our neighborhoods.

Examples of Duties

A City of Spartanburg Police Officer is under general supervision and performs activities required in the enforcement of state and local laws relating to public safety.

  • Police officers patrol a designated area of the City to prevent and discover crime.
  • Enforce traffic laws, direct traffic, take charge at traffic accidents, assist motorists, pedestrians and the injured in accidents.
  • Respond to emergency calls regarding domestic violence and make arrests as necessary.
  • Investigate buildings as assigned in order to determine if and when a break-in has occurred.
  • Prepare and submit reports regarding complaints pertaining to larceny, stolen property, shoplifting, assault and battery, robbery, etc.
  • Investigate reports of suspicious people and vehicles as assigned.
  • Serve arrest and bench warrants to the public as necessary.
  • Testify in court regarding traffic and criminal cases.
  • Perform all other duties as may be assigned to meet organizational needs.

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Training Coordinator

The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Human Resources Department to perform professional level duties in the development, implementation and maintenance of District training programs, including needs assessment, course development, and course instruction.

Any Qualified Individual May Apply.  This is an exempt position and is allocated to the Administrative, Technical, and Clerical Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Training Coordinator vacancies within the District that may occur through March 23, 2027.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Develops and implements District-wide training plan including new employee training.
  • Designs and develops class curriculum including course examinations, exercises, assessment tools, participants guides and instructional materials.
  • Develops and maintains training records and reports training activities to management.
  • Reviews operating procedures, systems changes and new technologies in order to develop training plans.
  • Develops and administers assessment program.
  • Collects, develops and administers a reference library for educational endeavors.

Other Related Duties

Provides input for developing the training budget; Interfaces with supervisors and technical staff to identify training needs and develop curriculum; performs other related duties as required.

Human Resources Director

This classification provides leadership and supervision to professional and technical staff in the delivery of Human Resources programs.

An employee in this class applies professional knowledge and skills to strategize, plan, develop and implement program areas including recruitment, selection, position classification, compensation, employee relations, employee benefits, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), training and development, safety, insurance, workforce planning, legal compliance and and other close related programs and objectives.

Considerable independent judgment and initiative are required and work is performed with a wide degree of latitude. Work is performed in accordance with established County personnel policies and procedures, local ordinances and North Carolina General Statutes governing the responsibilities of local government employees. The Human Resources Director works in an office setting and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.  Work is performed under the general direction of the County Manager’s Office and is evaluated through the observation of work, periodic conferences, and review of reports for goal attainment and resolution of problems.

Key Position Priorities

  • Evaluate our current HR staffing, departmental organization, policies, procedures and practices to assess gaps and ensure legal compliance.
  • Develop and lead a strong team of passionate staff eager to fulfill the Nash County vision, meet high-performance standards, foster healthy collaborations to achieve strategic goals and model a standard of unified teamwork for the county.
  • Develop a vision and strategic priorities for the HR department to support its growth and sustainability.
  • Assess the County’s training and development needs to create initiatives that ensure effective employee development, crisis and discipline management, engagement, retention, and succession planning.
  • Develop and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders within and beyond the County government organization to enhance the continuous recruitment of a highly-skilled and dedicated workforce.

Essential Duties and Tasks

  • Develops, plans and implements goals and objectives, policies and priorities of the human resources programs designed to help the organization achieve its mission; supervises staff employees.
  • Advises, consults, and counsels the County Manager, department heads, supervisors, legal staff and boards on personnel matters; makes recommendations based on research and evaluation findings.
  • Participates as part of the County’s management team; develops and recommends human resource programs and policies; researches existing and new programs for alternative and innovative proposals; seeks legal advice, as necessary; implements programs; advises the County Manager on human resource related issues; confers with department heads on policy issues and interpretation; advises employees on personnel policy and program matters.
  • Provides support to and advises department heads and supervisors on various laws and regulations related to disciplinary actions; consults with County Attorney as needed; assists employees with resolving work-related problems; administers grievance procedures and oversees employee assistance programs.
  • Reviews, researches, and recommends various benefits programs; coordinates worker’s compensation, wellness and safety programs; insures cost effectiveness of structure and providers of benefits; supervises the administration of employee benefit and insurance programs, including federal regulation compliance; counsels, troubleshoots and resolves related employee questions and problems.
    Counsels employees on retirement process and options, and related benefits; calculates benefit estimates and assists employees with completion of paperwork.
  • Prepares annual departmental budget projection and monitors expenditures; reviews salary and benefit projections for inclusion in budget.
  • Reviews, researches, and recommends various benefits programs; coordinates   wellness programs; insures cost effectiveness of structure and providers of benefits; oversees annual open enrollment for employees; updates records as needed; verifies completeness of enrollment.
  • Supervises the processing and maintenance of personnel transactions, records, and files pertaining to appointments, transfers, promotions, separations, pay adjustments, and related personnel actions; provides training and consultation as needed.
  • Interprets personnel rules and regulations for department heads and employees in group sessions and on an individual basis; conducts studies concerning the development and administration of personnel policies, programs, rules, and regulations and submits recommendations to the County Manager.
  • Oversees the talent acquisition, recruitment and selection program including oversight of advertisement and screening using applicant tracking systems (ATS), and oversight of background checks and credit reports; oversees salary administration for new hires and other personnel transactions; may serve on interview panels for department head and management-level positions.
  • Interviews, hires and supervises departmental employees; completes employee evaluations; grants vacation, sick leave, and time off; recommends organizational or structural changes; recommends departmental employees for training needs, merit increases and promotions.
  • Directs the administration of position classification and pay plans; conducts studies related to the continued maintenance of the classification and pay plans; makes recommendations to the County Manager concerning appropriate revisions; responds to manages the communication of human resources information related to survey requests and questions regarding pay and classification from outside agencies; and completes salary surveys.
  • Monitors and enforces personnel actions in accordance with established rules, regulations, state and federal laws, including FMLA, FLSA, HIPPA, ACA, and COBRA compliance; recommends and implements procedural changes as needed.
  • Researches and compiles statistical data as requested by County Commissioners, County Manager, Department Heads, or others; explains proposed regulations, policies or programs; presents information on past or proposed new employees or classification changes.
  • Makes periodic presentations to managerial and employee groups.
  • Researches, publicizes and implements community and county-wide projects for the County Manager.

Additional Job Duties

  • Performs related duties as required.

Human Resources Generalist – Employee, Labor Relations and Special Projects

This is a professional, exempt position responsible for administering the City’s employee and labor relations programs. Under the general direction of the Human Resources Director, the Employee and Labor Relations HR Generalist performs complex professional work with a primary focus on employee relations and labor relations in a unionized public-sector environment.

The position provides advice and consultation to supervisors, managers, and employees regarding employee conduct, workplace disputes, progressive discipline, grievances, EEO matters, and collective bargaining agreement interpretation. The incumbent assists with labor relations activities, participates in workplace investigations, and supports the development and implementation of human resources policies and procedures to ensure consistent and legally compliant practices.

This role also provides support for compensation and classification activities, special human resources projects, and administrative functions within the Human Resources Department. The position requires the exercise of independent judgment, discretion, and analytical skill in handling sensitive employee relations matters, managing human resources data systems, and ensuring compliance with applicable labor agreements, employment laws, and City policies, while delivering a high level of internal customer service.   No supervisory responsibilities.

Duties/Responsibilities
Employee Relations

  • Serves as a primary management resource for employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, attendance issues, workplace conduct, harassment and discrimination complaints, grievances, and conflict resolution.
  • Provides guidance and consultation to supervisors and managers to ensure employee relations matters are handled consistently, fairly, and in compliance with applicable laws, City policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Conducts or assists with workplace investigations, including interviewing involved parties, collecting and analyzing information, preparing documentation, and making findings and recommendations.
  • Counsels’ supervisors and employees on workplace conduct, progressive discipline, and compliance with personnel policies and procedures.
  • Provides advisement and training to supervisors related to discipline, discharge, and documentation practices.
  • Represents the City in unemployment compensation hearings and assists with preparation for grievance proceedings, mediations, arbitrations, and other employee relations matters, as assigned.
  • Manages risk and ensures legal compliance related to employee relations matters, including compliance with FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, and related employment laws; responds to charges and inquiries from agencies such as the EEOC.
  • Coordinates with the HR Director on employee relations matters with legal implications, including investigations, disciplinary actions, mediations, and arbitrations.
  • Promotes positive employee relations and supports early resolution of workplace concerns to minimize grievances, disputes, and litigation.

Labor Relations

  • Serves as a subject matter resource on labor relations by assisting with the interpretation, administration, and application of collective bargaining agreements in accordance with Chapter 447, Florida Statutes.
  • Assists the Human Resources Director with labor relations activities in a unionized environment, including collective bargaining preparation and contract administration.
  • Conducts research and analysis related to collective bargaining agreements, labor laws, PERC decisions, comparable public-sector practices, and bargaining proposals.
  • Assists in preparing negotiation materials, costing analyses, briefing documents, and management proposals.
  • Participates in the collective bargaining process as directed, including data analysis and proposal development.
  • Supports contract administration by assisting with preparation of grievance responses, documentation, and related correspondence.
  • Assists with preparation for grievance hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other labor relations proceedings.
  • Meets with management to identify and narrow contentious labor issues, conducts research, and recommends solutions consistent with City objectives and legal requirements.
  • Coordinates with the Human Resources Director regarding personnel policies and procedures and participates in the development, revision, and administration of labor-related programs.

Administrative and Departmental Support

  • Provides administrative and professional support to the Human Resources Director related to employee relations, labor relations, compensation, and departmental operations.
  • Assists with administration of the City’s classification and compensation system, including wage and salary surveys, market analysis, internal equity review, pay range updates, and program recommendations.
  • Reviews and processes position reclassification requests and assists with maintenance of organizational charts, position control, and personnel records.
  • Assists with performance evaluation programs and provides guidance on compensation, classification, and contract compliance.
  • Prepares and submits required regulatory and compliance reports, including EEO-4, EEOP, utilization, and related reports.
  • Prepares, reviews, and maintains correspondence, reports, memoranda, policies, procedures, and guidance documents in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and City policies.
  • Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential employee relations, labor relations, and investigation files in compliance with federal and state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and public records retention requirements.
  • Tracks employee relations matters, investigations, grievances, disciplinary actions, and timelines to ensure proper documentation and timely resolution.
  • Assists with coordination and documentation of grievance meetings, disciplinary hearings, labor-management meetings, and other employee relations proceedings.
  • Prepares summaries, timelines, briefing materials, and documentation for management, the City Attorney’s Office, or external agencies, as required.
  • Assists with responses to public records requests, audits, and compliance reviews related to employee relations, labor relations, and compensation matters.
  • Coordinates training activities related to employee relations, supervisory practices, workplace conduct, and policy updates.
  • Maintains HRIS records, databases, spreadsheets, and tracking tools related to employee relations cases, labor agreements, compensation data, and departmental initiatives.
  • Provides high-quality internal customer service to City departments, employees, and the public.
  • Provides backup support for other human resources functions as assigned to ensure continuity of operations.

Special Projects

  • Participates in and leads special human resources projects as assigned by the Human Resources Director.
  • Conducts research, data analysis, and benchmarking to support management decision-making, policy development, and strategic planning.
  • Analyzes trends and identifies areas of risk or improvement related to employee relations, labor relations, and compliance; develops recommendations consistent with City objectives and legal requirements.
  • Coordinates cross-departmental efforts on assigned projects to ensure timelines, deliverables, and objectives are met.
  • Assists with preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing materials for the Human Resources Director and executive management, as directed.
  • Monitors legislative, regulatory, and best-practice developments affecting public-sector human resources and provides summaries or recommendations as requested.
  • Performs other related duties in support of departmental goals and strategic initiatives.

Labor Relations Manager

This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:

  • Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
  • Language Incentive
  • Referral Bonus
  • Tuition Assistance Program

Description

The City of Richmond is seeking a strategic and analytical Labor Relations Manager to support labor-management relations and collective bargaining administration.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of Human Resources or designee, this position plays a critical role in contract administration, grievance resolution, labor negotiations support, analytics, policy interpretation, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and Virginia public-sector labor laws. The City of Richmond has five (5) recognized bargaining units. This is a high-visibility role requiring sound judgment, discretion, analytical rigor, a proactive approach, and the ability to navigate complex labor environments in a municipal setting

Employee and Labor Relations Manager

Example of Duties

Serves as the Director of Employee & Labor Relations and Chief Negotiator for all Collective Bargaining Agreements with the MOA. Assists the Chief Human Resources Officer with daily activities and long and short-term planning for the Human Resources Department. Provides oversight of labor relations functions including contract negotiations, grievances, arbitrations, and discipline. Manages and directs activities of the labor relations section to ensure consistent application of collective bargaining agreements, personnel rules and policies and procedures. Supervises and provides direction to Employee & Labor Relations Manager. Develops and executes division goals, objectives, expectations and development of policies and procedures for the Labor Relations section. Coordinates with all sections of Human Resources to ensure appropriate application of collective bargaining agreements and Personnel Rules. Works with Department Directors and Managers on collective bargaining issues and interpretation. Other related duties as assigned.

Compensation Specialist

El Paso County is seeking a Compensation Specialist who brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment. In this role, compensation is not simply transactional; many situations require reviewing information and considering multiple factors, such as internal equity and market data, to support consistent and well-informed decisions.

The ideal candidate is naturally curious, asks questions to fully understand requests, and is comfortable working in situations where the answer is not always clear. This position requires the ability to think critically, communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, and support compensation processes beyond simply applying standard procedures. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply today!

Hiring Range: $67,000.00 – $74,000.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm; subject to change.

You are encouraged to submit your application early, as this posting can close at any time, without advanced notice, once a candidate is identified.

This position performs technical, analytical, and administrative work in support of the County’s compensation and classification programs. Maintains compensation infrastructure, conducts routine analyses, and ensures data integrity. Serves as a primary technical resource for departments and supports higher-level compensation analysis and projects. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • Conducts job evaluations and updates classification specifications under established guidelines; gathers and documents job-related data.
  • Compiles, validates, and analyzes compensation and labor market data to support compensation studies and decision-making.
  • Processes and supports compensation actions related to recruitment, personnel changes, and internal equity using established procedures.
  • Maintains and updates compensation data within HRIS and position control systems; ensures data accuracy and integrity.
  • Prepares survey submissions, summarizes results, and supports market analysis efforts.
  • Conducts routine audits of compensation and position data; identifies discrepancies and escalates complex issues.
  • Responds to routine compensation inquiries and provides guidance on policies and procedures; effectively communicates information to leadership, employees, and the public.
  • Serves as a liaison to departments and offices for day-to-day compensation processes and requirements.
  • Supports compensation projects through data collection, reporting, coordination, and documentation.
  • May lead limited-scope technical or process improvement initiatives.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

County Attorney

The County Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners pursuant to North Carolina General Statute §153A-114. The position works under the general administrative direction of the County Manager.

Provides professional legal services to the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and all County departments and officials. Work includes advising on legal matters, drafting and reviewing ordinances and contracts, representing the County in legal proceedings, and providing legal guidance on policy, regulatory, and operational issues affecting County government. Responsibilities include reviewing legislation, preparing legal opinions, participating in policy development, directing internal litigation matters, advising the County in quasi-judicial matters, conducting legal research, managing special projects, and performing related work as assigned.

The County Attorney serves as chief legal advisor to the Board of Commissioners, County Manager, and County departments. Legal services for County departments and officials are generally coordinated through the County Manager to ensure consistent administration of County policy and operations.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as legal counsel to the County Manager, Board of Commissioners, County boards and committees, and County departments.
  • Serves as legal counsel to the Board of Commissioners while operating administratively under the direction of the County Manager
  • Advises County leadership on legal matters including policy development, investigative issues, interpretation of laws and regulations, and the drafting and revision of ordinances and resolutions.
  • Assists County departments in interpreting and complying with local, state, and federal statutes, regulations, and administrative rules.
  • Conducts legal research and analysis on complex issues and prepares written legal opinions and recommendations.
  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, interlocal agreements, memoranda of understanding, easements, leases, and other legal documents on behalf of the County.
  • Represents the County in civil litigation, administrative proceedings, and other legal matters, including preparing pleadings, conducting discovery, negotiating settlements, and participating in hearings or trials as appropriate.
  • Oversees and coordinates litigation matters and works with outside counsel when specialized legal expertise is required.
  • Reviews proposed legislation and regulatory changes affecting County government and advises leadership on legal and operational implications.
  • Advises County leadership on legal risk management, liability exposure, and regulatory compliance.
  • Assists in resolving complex or sensitive matters involving the public, businesses, special interest groups, other governmental entities, and elected or appointed officials.
  • Provides legal guidance on matters related to tax administration and other specialized County operations when non-routine legal issues arise.
  • Responds to legal inquiries from County officials, staff, and members of the public as appropriate.
  • Assists department directors in establishing policies, procedures, and operational practices consistent with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Maintains current knowledge of the legal responsibilities of County boards, committees, and authorities.
  • Develops and manages the legal department annual budget.

Assistant Finance Director

Highly responsible executive level position assisting in directing the Finance Department, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the financial, budgetary and management systems of the Town. Duties include designing, planning, directing, overseeing and coordinating the Town’s financial operations, including activities relating to the Town’s accounting functions, procurement functions, audit, financial investments and planning, fiscal reporting, debt management, treasury functions including cash management, billing, budget development and administration, financial/tax reporting, policy/procedure implementation, payroll administration, fixed assets, customer service and other financial activities.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Supervises, directs, evaluates assigned staff, providing direction, guidance, assistance and training as needed; processes employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews and makes hiring recommendations; coordinates training activities; coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes and assigns work; monitors status of work in process and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff, assists with complex problem situations, providing technical expertise and assistance.
  • Assists in interpreting, applying and ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures, internal controls, governmental accounting standards, state statutes and other applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, standards and bond covenants; assists with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and internal controls pertaining to financial operations; and initiates any actions necessary to correct variances, deviations or violations.
  • Assists in coordinating the activities of the Town’s Audit Committee and ensures proper selection and appointment of committee members and acts as Town Liaison at all Audit Committee meetings.
  • Consults with Finance Director, Town officials and department heads to review Town financial operations, department operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction and provide recommendations; prepares various reports for Town Manager and Town Council.
  • Provides financial information or expertise to Finance Director, Town officials, departments, the public or other agencies; provides guidance/assistance to other departments on budget, accounting, purchasing or other issues; responds to questions or complaints from citizens or Town personnel
  • regarding financial issues or department operations; provides information, researches problems and initiates problem resolution.
  • Coordinates and assists in preparation of the Town’s annual operating and capital improvement budgets to include; compiling, reviewing and processing departmental requests, verifying budgetary information for completeness, accuracy and adherence to guidelines, attending budget meetings with the Finance Director, Town Manager, Senior Directors and Department Heads, document preparation, preparation of advertisements and preparation of agenda items.
  • Works with Finance Director to prepare proposed Town budget for presentation to Town Council; administers budget as approved/adopted by Council; reviews and approves purchases and expenditures; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget and with established policies and procedures.
  • Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures pertaining to financial operations and activities; develops and implements internal control systems and procedures to reduce potential of errors; develops and updates travel policies and investment policies.
  • Develops long-term and short-term financial plans, goals and objectives for the Town; develops budget forecasts; prepares five-year capital improvement plans; conducts long-term financial planning; identifies and recommends funding sources and timeframes for capital projects.
  • Assist in preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report in conformance with guidelines of GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.
  • Assists in overseeing investment activities and makes investment decisions; prepares and distributes investment reports to communicate status/results of investment activities; interacts with financial advisors as appropriate.
  • Monitors compliance with bond covenants; recommends structure of Town bond issues.
  • Oversees accurate maintenance of general ledger and subsidiary records; oversees accounting for cash receipts; prepares and approves journal entries; reviews coding of transactions to ensure proper assignment; reviews monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Ensures timely and accurate preparation and submission of various financial reports to state/federal agencies, Town departments or other individuals as appropriate.
  • Coordinates changes to the Town’s procurement policy required to comply with regulations or to improve process compliance.
  • Monitors contract administration and vendor performance throughout the Town as well as assisting and conferring with departments to determine purchasing needs and specifications.
  • Oversees payroll administration; reviews payroll for accuracy and approves for payment; approves pay increases; approves changes to employee master files. Supervises the procurement and payroll functions in accordance with approved Town policies and related applicable laws; reviews requisitions and purchase orders for compliance with established policies.
  • Prepares requests for proposal (RFPs) for various services; reviews proposals and provides recommendations.
  • Oversees the Town’s fixed asset management system and processes. Assists in identifying and resolving issues such as proper asset threshold limits, fund and asset category review, financial system structure, asset capitalization, construction work in progress and asset depreciation.
  • Administers and maintains oversight of all revenue sources, collections, processing and reporting.
  • Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, journal entries, financial reports, budget documents, investment reports, requests for proposal, performance reviews, spreadsheets and other documents.
  • Reviews periodic budget variance reports for Town funds, performs fluctuation analysis identifying variances and prepares detailed reports. Utilizes the information obtained from monthly fluctuation reports to assist the Finance Director and department heads in preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
  • Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, budget documents, budget/financial reports, annual financial report documents, journal entries/transactions, bank reconciliations, cash receipt reports, purchase orders, invoices, payroll documents/reports, employee action forms, time sheets, proposals, contracts, agreements, general ledger codes, accounting standards, publications, ordinances, statutes, policies, procedures, manuals, directories, internet resources, reference materials or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
  • Oversees maintenance of department files/records; ensures disposal of obsolete or sensitive documentation in accordance with applicable laws and established procedures.
  • Oversees staff in maintaining confidentiality of departmental issues and documentation.
  • Communicates with employees, other departments, Town officials, financial advisors, consultants, attorneys, auditors, underwriters, rating agencies, financial institutions, vendors, other municipalities, state/federal agencies, outside agencies, the public, the media and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems or give/receive advice/direction.
  • Performs research and analysis of various issues as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Deputy Fire Chief

Under executive direction, the purpose of the position is to assist with highly responsible administrative, operational and supervisory work involving the overall management of Fire Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department operations and administration to include, but not limited to, fire suppression, emergency medical service, codes and fire prevention, training, and support services such as budget, finance, payroll, fleet, etc. Employees in this classification perform in an entry executive capacity in two (2) distinct disciplines (Operations and Administration) to ensure County welfare and growth is accounted for when developing and implementing departmental goals and objectives.

Position functions to support the Fire Chief in maximizing effective operations that prevent and minimize injury and/or loss of life and property in emergency fire and medical response situations. Such duties may include fire suppression, on-scene command, emergency medical services (EMS), ensuring training and safe practices for all emergency responders, fire prevention, administrative personnel and fire reserves, the liaison with the fire communications center, fire safety code enforcement, preparation and administration of disciplinary procedures, supervision of maintenance operations, supply and logistics of supply, research and studies, capital projects, specification writing, and the operation and maintenance of department computers. In instances where the position may be held by non-fire certified personnel, the title Deputy Director will apply.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
All Disciplines
  • Assists in the direction, planning, and implementation of the County’s Comprehensive Emergency Plan and all Department goals and objectives; coordinates and integrates all activities under charge toward achievement of established goals and objectives; assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Monitors/prepares/directs the preparation of required monthly and annual reports of activities of the Department for submission / assures extracts are prepared for State, Federal and accrediting agencies as required
  • Directs assigned staff of professional, technical, and support employees engaged in all phases of the operations and administration of short-term and long-term Department activities/programs for the County; assists in the development and implementation of short- and long-term goals and programs consistent with the County’s goals and objectives.
  • Recommends the purchase of equipment to the Fire Chief.
  • Researches and provides professional direction and advice to departmental professional and technical staff.
  • Responds to highly involved fire alarms and emergency medical calls; assumes command, if necessary, directs fire suppression, emergency medical activities and hazardous materials control.
  • Attends and represents Department at various executive meetings for the dissemination of information; prepares Departmental management meetings for dissemination of information; attends professional seminars, training conferences and meetings; represents the County’s Department at various events, meetings or conferences.
  • Participates in the ICS/NIMS as warranted and assigned.
  • Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.
Operations
  • Oversees daily operations for fire suppression and EMS services. Provides leadership and management to Division Chiefs and Battalion Chiefs.
  • Plans for and anticipates emergency services needs, recommends response guidelines, works with administrative staff to identify station locations, develops plans to maintain and increase levels of service, assists in development of strategic plans, and implements operational programs.
  • Directs and assumes command of emergency incidents as necessary.
  • Assists in the development of departmental leadership by identifying strengths and areas of improvement within the operations; working with department training staff to develop training programs; mentoring direct reports; and teaching programs as needed.
Administration

Participates in the development of plans for negotiating with the bargaining unit. Resolves labor relation problems on a daily basis. Engages in negotiations with the bargaining unit and keeps those negotiations confidential.

Prepares and submits to the Fire Chief the annual Departmental budget consistent with the County’s goals and objectives; ensures all functions and programs under charge are performed within established budgetary parameters, to include performing cost control activities, monitoring revenues and expenditures, and ensuring sound fiscal control.

Researches grant opportunities, drafts grant proposals and administers grant funding as directed.

Oversees operation, maintenance and repair programs for the Department’s facilities, equipment and fleet in conjunction with established programs; directs the maintenance of Fire Department records in accordance with modern fire practices.

Confers with architects, engineers, builders, building officials, professional associations, citizen groups and the general public to discuss matters of interest and necessity to the Department.