Deputy Division Chief Special Operations

Title: Deputy Division Chief Special Operations #00039

State Role Title:Emergency Coordinator Mgr I

Hiring Range: $70000 $80000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Fire Programs

Location:Fairfax County

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

About the Agency

The Virginia Department of Fire Programs serves the citizens of the Commonwealth by enhancing public safety through supplemental funding to local governments education and training to first responders fire prevention and life safety education through community risk reduction and statewide fire code enforcement.


About the Position

The VDFP Deputy Division Chief supports the assigned Division Chief with planning providing oversight implementing and managing all aspects of fire services training within their division and oversees division office operations and programmatic delivery. This successful candidate will serve as the Deputy Division Chief within the Special Operations Division providing support for Special Operations statewide. Specifically this position will be responsible for but not limited to directing all programmatic development and delivery to include budget; providing overall supervision for VDFP staff; managing VDFP assets (training trailers and props); managing related to both VDFP delivered/supported training and emergency response (field and EOC); and working in close coordination with other VDFP staff members to maintain agency accreditation/certification. The incumbent of this position serves as a subject matter expert and Agency point of contact responsible for establishing and maintaining effective partnerships; serves as a liaison to local jurisdictions; serves as a liaison to regional state federal and non-government organizations within the state; and provides VDFP stakeholders direct access to the full array of services and assistance offered by VDFP.


This position has a Virginia Emergency Support Team (VEST) assignment and is designated as essential personnel.

The incumbent of this position will serve as a first-level responder during an emergency incident either within the Virginia Emergency Operations Center (VEOC) in a field assignment or in support recovery operations; maintains 24/7/365 situational awareness throughout the state; and serves as an agency spokesperson if needed. Employees Serve as agency Duty Chief as scheduled and may be required to work during emergency situations such as inclement weather and natural or man-made disasters/events as directed. This may require irregular work hours work at locations other than the official duty station and may also include duties other than those specified in the employees official Employee Work Profile/job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable experience demonstrating knowledge of fire services management operations and training related to Virginias fire services.
Considerable experience with technical rescue training program delivery and development.
Strong working knowledge of Aircraft Rescue Firefighter (ARFF) program delivery and development.
Considerable experience with technical rescue incident responses.
Strong working knowledge of the ESF-9 functions within a disaster response matrix.
Considerable leadership and management experience within Special Operations.
Knowledge of adult methods of instruction/learning to include curriculum development and testing.
Experience demonstrating the ability to collaborate partner and build rapport with diverse public safety professionals and various stakeholders.
Experience demonstrating the ability to plan assess and coordinate field training activities in a manner that provides a safe environment for both instructors and students.
Considerable experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate verbally to provide customer service/technical assistance to all levels of staff/stakeholders as needed and a previous work experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate in writing to draft reports and other similar forms of correspondence.
Experience demonstrating considerable knowledge and skills in the use of computers Microsoft Office and associated software.
Demonstrate excellent program management and organizational skills including the ability to plan and prioritize competing tasks and deadlines and manage multiple projects effectively; set objectives to effectively achieve results; solve problems; and independently make decisions reflecting the mission of VDFP in a high-stress environment and in a timely manner while exhibiting sound judgment.
Ability to compile and analyze data from a wide range of sources; prioritize requests for assistance; allocate resources effectively and efficiently; and monitor/direct activities for organizations at various levels of government as well as private organizations during emergencies/disasters.
Ability to effectively interpret government policies regulations and guidance and apply it to program aspects as appropriate; evaluate information from multiple sources and work effectively and cooperatively to align program strategy with new information.
Considerable skills in the use of computers Microsoft Office and associated software.

Additional Considerations

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) completed or ability to complete the course within the first month of hire is desired.
Knowledge of budget development and budget management.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email postal mail fax or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State applications and or in resumes. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application resume or other relevant documents provided; therefore it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application/resume or a state application/resume lacking in detail may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.

State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to . Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover sheet. You may apply for this position at Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact Ethel White at for assistance. VETERANS PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AMERICORPS PEACE CORPS AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
The Department of Fire Programs is dedicated to recruiting supporting and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

Contact Information

Name: Taris Harmon

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.