Discussion and Review of Updated Fire Chief Job Description

City of Tiffin, Iowa Fire Chief Page 2 Provides operational leadership and responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents as necessary, serving as incident commander, supervisory officer, or primary responder. Expected to be capable of performing firefighting tasks consistent with NFPA 1010 (2024ed). Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents and serves as a primary responder; may serve as incident commander but is expected to perform any role, position, task, or activity in response to an emergency or incident dangerous to the public, including under NFPA 1010 (2024 ed.) Chapters 6 and 7 (Firefighter I and II) and Chapters 11-13 (Driver/Operator). Serves as a medical responder; recognizes symptoms and administers medical care within scope of practice for certification level. Prepares and completes required documentation including, but not limited to, patient care reports and incident reports, and submits required documentation and data to the State Fire Marshal and Bureau of Emergency Medical and Trauma Services; performs CQI of reports. Provide team leadership and direction for all fire department operations, including city and rural fire suppression, EMS, rescue, and hazardous materials response. Develop and implement department policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supervise and support volunteer and career personnel, including recruitment, retention, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation, and build a cohesive team of volunteers and career personnel. Oversee maintenance and readiness of all fire, rescue, hazardous materials, and EMS equipment, vehicles, and facilities. Conduct Oversee and coordinate fire investigations and ensure compliance with reporting requirements and coordination with the State Fire Marshal. Prepare and manage the department’s annual operating budget and long-term capital improvement plan. Collaborate with City staff on billing, grant applications, and fundraising efforts., as well as the Tiffin Emergency Responders’ Association, Inc. Lead community risk reduction efforts, including public education, fire prevention, and life safety programs, as well as deliver fire prevention activities to the public. Attends and participates in department training, as well as classes and conferences on firefighting, rescue, EMS, and leadership; periodically instructs department training. Provides advice, proposals, and recommendations to the City Administrator, City Council, and Board of Supervisors or other lawmakers, as applicable, regarding ordinances, codes, and strategic planning. Represent the department at city council meetings, state and local community events, and regional emergency management forums and events. Serves on and/or regularly participates in state and local organizations and associations., groups, committees, or task forces, including the Johnson County Mutual Aid Association, Johnson County EMS Association, Iowa Fire Chiefs Association, Iowa Association of Professional Fire Chiefs, and Iowa Firefighters Association.