Fire Battalion Chief
Fire Battalion Chief
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Job Description
This position is part of the promotional process for Fire and Emergency Services and is open to internal candidates only. The Battalion Chief is responsible for planning developing organizing and directing fire and emergency medical service (EMS) activities. Duties include emergency response supervision of prevention and inspection programs personnel management training and various administrative responsibilities. The Battalion Chief keeps senior leadership informed on all operations issues and communications affecting the department.
Assignments generally involve supervision of a battalion in the Operations Section but may also include roles in Support Services Business Services Administration Safety or Emergency Management.
Supervision:
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Exercised: Supervises employees in assigned areas.
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Received: Reports to a Deputy Fire Chief (other reporting structures may apply).
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and supervise all assigned personnel facilities and equipment.
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Oversee staffing scheduling and training while ensuring compliance with policies and performance standards.
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Conduct evaluations provide counseling and support professional development.
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Assist in hiring probationary training and promotional processes.
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Direct emergency operations assume command at incidents and coordinate multi-agency responses.
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Conduct post-incident analyses and oversee fire investigations.
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Develop and manage battalion-level budgets procurement and fiscal accountability practices.
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Oversee records management systems and prepare performance reports.
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Develop review and implement policies procedures and operational strategies.
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Represent the department at community interagency and governmental meetings.
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Promote community risk reduction initiatives and address service concerns.
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Ensure compliance with health safety and emergency management policies.
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Maintain effective working relationships and a respectful harassment-free environment.
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Serve as Acting Assistant Chief or Deputy Chief as assigned.
General Requirements:
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Valid state drivers license in good standing.
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Annual medical assessment and random substance screenings.
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Successful completion of required background checks.
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No disciplinary action within the past 12 months resulting in suspension reduction in rank or pay.
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No more than one at-fault accident or property damage in the past 12 months.
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No criminal conviction in the past 12 months.
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Compliance with all required trainings.
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At least Meets Standard on the most recent performance evaluation.
Required Time in Rank:
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Two (2) years of uninterrupted service at the promoted rank of Fire Captain.
Required Education:
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High School Diploma or GED.
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Bachelors Degree at the time of application.
Preferred Education:
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Building Construction for Fire Protection
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Fire Prevention
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Fire Protection Systems
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Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival
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Fire Behavior and Combustion
Required Training/Certifications:
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Valid Virginia or National Registry EMT Certification
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Fire Officer III (NFPA 1021)
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ICS 400 Certification
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USFA O305 or equivalent
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Incident Safety Officer (NFA VDFP or FDSOA)
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Completion of Acting Battalion Chief Task Book/Process
Additional Requirement (Effective July 1 2025):
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NFA Health and Safety Program Manager (must be completed by January 1 2027; required prior to promotion starting in 2027).
Preferred Training/Certifications (completion of at least two within 3 years of promotion):
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NFA Managing Officer Program
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Virginia Fire Officer Academy
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Virginia Chief Officer Academy
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Northern Virginia Fire Officer Leadership Development Institute
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Executive Development Institute
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Management of Emergency Medical Services
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NFA Executive Fire Officer Program
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Public Safety Leadership Academy
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EMS Quality Management
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
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Proficiency with NIMS NRF and National Preparedness Guidelines.
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Strong understanding of NFPA standards and fire/EMS policies procedures and strategies.
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Expertise in fire suppression mass casualty hazardous materials and technical rescue operations.
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Knowledge of human resource management training and equal opportunity practices.
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Familiarity with emergency management principles safety codes and OSHA regulations.
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Skills in budgeting procurement and resource management.
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Strong written/oral communication technical writing and public speaking abilities.
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Leadership and administrative skills to manage personnel projects and department goals.
Employment Type
Full Time
