CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

JOB TITLE:	Battalion Chief	POSITION NUMBER(S):	1286
DEPARTMENT:	Fire	GRADE:	240
DIVISION:	Fire Suppression	FLSA STATUS:	Exempt
SECTION/UNIT:		UNION ELIGIBLE:	No
REPORTS TO:	Assistant Fire Chief	EEO CATEGORY:	Officials and Administrators
		EPAS JOB FAMILY:	14

 

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

 

JOB OBJECTIVE:  Commands and coordinates the efforts of fire companies within a specified battalion by supervising and directing firefighters and equipment to save lives and preserve property in the most effective manner.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Assigns and directs fire personnel involved in firefighting and rescue activities within an assigned battalion.

 

2.            Monitors manpower availability and notifies the Battalion Chief at Station #1 of manpower shortages in order to secure replacements.

 

3.         Ensures the availability of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment through inspections of stations and equipment; directs subordinates in obtaining necessary replacements.

 

4.            Develops and recommends battalion and Department improvements; requests new and replacement equipment.

 

5.            Supervises regular pre-fire planning inspections of private businesses, schools, hospitals, and other facilities and locations within the assigned battalion.

 

6.            Supervises maintenance and cleanliness of equipment, stations, and the dress of firefighters through regular on-site inspections within the assigned battalion.

 

7.            Requisitions supplies for assigned battalion and takes annual inventory on fire station facilities and equipment.

 

8.            Prepares tentative annual budget for assigned battalion; assists in the preparation of the Fire Department budget.

 

9.            Monitors daily technical fire manual and battalion study programs of each company within the battalion to ensure firefighting personnel are kept abreast of changes in the battalion, firefighting techniques and rescue practices.

 

10.            Maintains assigned firefighters' performance and training records.

 

11.            Responds to rescue and emergency medical calls within assigned battalion; administers emergency medical care, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), to injured individuals.

 

12.            Evaluates and routes regular reports from companies regarding injuries, accidents, or equipment malfunctions to an Assistant Fire Chief or Fire Chief.

 

13.       Serves as Battalion Chief in other Fire Department divisions as assigned.

 

14.            Performs the duties of Firefighter, Fire Apparatus Engineer, and Fire Captain as required.

 

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1.            Performs other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  assigned Fire Captains, Fire Apparatus Engineers, and Firefighters.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

The physical activities marked below are representative of those that will be required on a regular basis  to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

	YES	NO
work involves lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 40 pounds or more	ü
work involves the operation of earth-moving equipment or commercial motor vehicles		ü
work involves the operation of non-commercial motor vehicles	ü
work involves the operation of tools such as axes, shovels, sling blades	ü
work involves the operation of motorized equipment such as chain saws, power saws, jackhammers, lawn mowers, tractors	ü
work involves stooping, bending, twisting, or reaching out in unusual positions	ü
work involves climbing or running	ü
works above ground or floor level, such as on stools or ladders	ü
works in a relatively high average degree of temperature over a long period of time	ü
work involves considerable physical exertion of the whole body over a long period of time	ü
work requires near vision (20 inches or less)	ü
work requires distance vision (20 feet or more)	ü
work involves detection of color differences	ü
work involves determination of the correct location of a sound, such as footsteps	ü
work involves hearing and understanding conversation or sounds	ü

 

 

reviewed:                  October 2001

analyst:       rlc