Deputy Fire Chief of Operations (FT)

The Brooklyn Park Fire Department is seeking an experienced progressive and motivated career fire service leader for its next Deputy Chief of Operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong fire service background and experience as a full-time Battalion Chief District Chief Division Chief or higher operational level position in a career-staffed fire department. As a member of the departments executive leadership team the Deputy Chief of Operations will directly oversee three (3) battalion chiefs who are responsible for day-to-day emergency response operations split across three shifts. Effective communication and strong collaboration negotiation and team-building skills are necessary for this individual to be successful; advanced written and oral communication skills are imperative. The ability to make sound data-driven organizational changes that improve the operational effectiveness of the department is important.

This position is a senior-level manager that is responsible for planning directing managing and overseeing the day-to-day emergency response operational activities of the Department. This includes fire suppression emergency medical services technical rescue hazardous materials and related programs services and operations. Reporting directly to the Fire Chief the position has broad supervisory responsibility across the organization and works collaboratively to ensure the Department is providing exceptional customer service.

The Deputy Chief of Operations supervises the Battalion Chiefs; supervisory duties include instructing coaching leading reviewing and planning the work of others. The Deputy Chief of Operations must research determine and acquire innovative and modern Fire and EMS technology to responsibly provide services to the community.

Application End Date: Recruitment will continue until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received as determined by Human Resources. First review of applications will be on June 10. 2025. If you have interest in this position it is highly recommended that you apply upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.

Perform senior administrative supervisory and leadership functions:

• Provide highly responsible and complex planning project management and administrative support to the Fire Chief. Assist the Fire Chief in the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic plan and the development of supporting operational objectives
• Supervises personnel through the chain of command; supervisory duties include instructing coaching leading reviewing and planning the work of others; maintaining standards and excellence; assigning and allocating personnel; assists in the selection of new employees and recommends employees for promotion; acts on and/or recommends employee discipline
• Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers coaching and professional guidance as needed
• Receives and reviews a variety of reports and documents which may include incident reports personnel action forms attendance records maintenance reports accident and injury reports training reports expenditure reports performance evaluations etc
• Prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence to the Fire Chief City management staff and City Council as required
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor work load administrative and support systems and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement and review with Fire Chief; implement improvements
• Ensures the timely reporting and accuracy of reports to the Minnesota Fire Incident Reporting System (MFIRS)
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire suppression emergency medical response hazardous materials technical rescue special operations and fire prevention
• Write routine correspondence and reports
• Place orders with vendor/consultants for supplies materials or services
• Serve as acting Fire Chief as assigned in the absence of the Fire Chief

• Command directs coordinates and provides daily instruction to the Battalion and Operations Division-level Chiefs and other employees to ensure the Department is at a constant state of readiness; provides and ensures operational consistency across groups and divisions
• Assist in the day-to-day management of all front-line operational emergency response services and activities including fire suppression emergency medical services technical rescue hazardous materials response disaster response and related programs services and operations
• Establish within Department and City policy appropriate service and staffing levels
• Analyzes information statistics and reports on Department activities to determine fleet readiness facility status and resource availability; evaluates existing programs relating to meeting Department goals
• Ensure daily compliance with all safety initiatives and procedures through subordinate managers
• Works closely with the Deputy Chief of Professional Standards to ensure that response personnel are properly trained

• Provide Department-level oversight to the Departments building apparatus and equipment maintenance program
• Monitors emergency apparatus equipment and facilities to determine compliance with safety standards and operational procedures and to ensure that proper care and attention is given to Department property
• Implements preventive maintenance program to ensure that emergency vehicles are in the utmost state of readiness; and establishes protocol for daily and weekly checks on equipment to make sure it is clean and in proper running condition

• Fills incident management roles as necessary as assigned and/or as required/outlined by department policies or procedures at fire medical hazardous materials technical rescue and/or large-scale emergencies
• Provides senior-level incident support leadership and management
• Formulates response strategies in accordance with predetermined policies standards and industry best practices. Utilize and enforce recognized safety standards and procedures and determine level of acceptable risk based upon existing conditions
• Performs as necessary fire suppression ventilation rescue salvage overhaul extrication emergency medical care hazardous materials response and other emergency response functions

• Participate in the development and administration of the Departments annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing equipment materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments
• Monitor and control division budgets and expenses
• Identify and evaluate vendor/consultant products or services
• Obtain and review bids quotes or proposals
• Manage and participate in vehicle and equipment specification writing; supervise bid and purchase processes
• Purchase or requisition vendor products or services

• Coordinate with the Emergency Management Director to develop and maintain the Citys Emergency Preparedness Plan as Emergency Management Deputy Director
• Advise departments on their Emergency Plans and coordinate interdepartmental activities
• Design and administer exercises to prepare City staff for effective response to major emergencies and disasters
• Participate in the Emergency Operations Center during planned events and actual emergencies or disasters

• Regular and timely work attendance
• Follow all safety procedures
• Follows all City and Department policies procedures and guidelines
• Participates in required training and maintains appropriate licenses
• Performs other related and assigned duties as assigned and/or required

Education:
Bachelors degree in fire science public administration/management public safety fire protection technology or related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience MAY be considered.

Experience:
Five (5) years training and experience in the fire service; and a minimum of two-years front-line operational experience as a full-time Battalion Chief District Chief Division Chief or similar operational chief-level position.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed by the State of Minnesota as a firefighter or the ability to obtain licensing at the time of appointment (Minnesota Statute 299N)
• Current NREMT certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• IFSAC and/or ProBoard certified as a Fire Instructor II Fire Officer II and Fire Inspector I
• Valid drivers license

• Proven ability and commitment to racial equity diversity and inclusion work
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of municipal fire service administration including suppression emergency medicine technical rescue hazardous materials and emergency management
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of fire service administration in a career fire department including human resources and labor management/negotiations
• Skill in written and oral communication conflict resolution and group presentations
• Ability to command incidents directing overall tactics and strategy for incidents including fire suppression emergency medicine technical rescue hazardous materials and other related emergency scenes
• Ability to make difficult decisions involving the safety of others and the protection of property
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors subordinates associates officers officials and the public
• Knowledge of public education principles methods and instruction techniques and practices
• Skilled in organization and planning
• Skilled in word pressing database management spreadsheet applications presentation software and general computer orientation
• Ability to speak in front of large and small groups of all ages genders and diverse backgrounds
• Ability to prepare and implement activity budgets
• Ability to prepare technical reports and present reports to the Fire Chief city management and/or City Council
• Ability to work independently and work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement

• IFSAC and/or ProBoard certified as a Fire Instructor III Fire Officer III and Fire Inspector II
• Certified by the NREMT as a Paramedic
• Certified Emergency Manager
• Fluency in Spanish Hmong Russian Somali Lao or Vietnamese language(s)

• State of Minnesota Firefighter License (must have by the time of appointment)
• Current NREMT - Emergency Medical Technician (Basic/Paramedic EMT) Certifications
• IFSAC and/or ProBoard certified certifications

Department/Division: Fire Department/Operations

Anticipated Work Schedule: Position is an exempt full-time benefited non-union position that will work a flexible schedule that includes a standard eight-hour work day Monday-Friday. Occasional evening hours may be required.

Resume/Cover Letter Requested: To help us evaluate candidates education experience and skills we are asking all candidates to provide a resume and cover letter for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted without the necessary certifications may not be considered.

We welcome applications from all individuals including (but not limited to): people of all abilities persons of color Veterans LGBTQ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability related need and need assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at either or via e-mail at.