Discussion and Review of Updated Fire Chief Job Description

City of Tiffin, Iowa Fire Chief Page 3 Maintain effective working relationships with mutual aid partners, emergency response agencies, and other city departments; coordinates mutual aid agreements, training, and drills. Assist with code enforcement activities, including nuisance abatement and rental inspections, and enforce local codes and ordinances. Provide leadership and oversight of assigned fire prevention and code enforcement responsibilities. Ensure accurate documentation of incidents, patient care, and departmental activities. Perform other duties as assigned by the City Administrator or City Council. Required Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of principles and practices of modern fire suppression, rescue, prevention, and emergency medical services, as well as NFPA standards 1720, in city and rural areas. Knowledge of incident command systems and emergency response protocols. Knowledge of fire investigation techniques and methods; applicable state and federal laws and investigation and reporting requirements. Knowledge of fire code enforcement, site plan review, and community risk reduction strategies. Knowledge of budget development, financial management, and capital improvement planning. Knowledge of personnel management, including supervision and leadership, training, evaluation, and fair discipline of volunteer and career personnel. Knowledge of EMS administration, including CQI and audits. Knowledge of city and township geography, including streets, water systems, and major infrastructure. Ability to develop and maintain working knowledge of the City of Tiffin’s geography, infrastructure, water supply systems, response areas, and associated operational hazards. Knowledge of recordkeeping systems, report writing, and documentation standards. Knowledge of public relations and community engagement strategies. Knowledge of automatic and mutual aid agreements, Iowa Code Ch. 28E, and interagency coordination. Knowledge of mutual aid agreements, intergovernmental partnerships, and emergency services coordination, with the ability to interpret and apply applicable Iowa laws and regulations. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including OSHA and HIPAA. Ability to lead and manage a combination of volunteer and career personnel effectively. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Ability to analyze complex situations and develop effective solutions under pressure. Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during emergency incidents and stressful conditions.