Discussion of Interim Fire Chief — Proposal

City of Tiffin Fire Department | Interim Fire Chief Proposal | Tom Hartshorn Interim Fire Chief Leadership Expectations – City of Tiffin, Iowa Leadership Philosophy Future – Growth – Engagement To build a high-functioning department that sets the standard for operational response, training, and culture. These expectations are grounded in proven leadership principles and prior success in building successful teams. What You Can Expect of Me • Accountability and ownership • Willingness to have hard conversations • I will model the behavior and performance I expect • Respect and fairness • Intentional listening • Transparency in mistakes and continuous growth Department Expectations Operational Excellence • Train consistently and with purpose • Set the operational tempo – response matters • Take action when needed; we will learn and improve • Prioritize response readiness Culture & Accountability • The standard is what we actually allow, not what we say • Create an environment that is psychologically safe • Own failures and build on success • Support growth in others • Hold each other accountable daily Administrative Standards • Reports completed accurately and on time • Training documented thoroughly • Equipment, apparatus, and station readiness maintained • Attention to detail in all responsibilities