This posting will remain open continuously until filled.Anticipated Hiring Range: $39.45/HR - $47.34/HR, DOQ/EThe Town of Castle Rock's future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock's identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.Working for the Town of Castle Rock includes:
- The opportunity to make a difference in our community
- Career Advancement Programs
- Employee well-being program
- Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package
- Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
The Department:The CRFD takes pride in being an aggressive fire and EMS agency and having a progressive culture that supports tradition and mentorship. We are emphatic in our pursuit for mental and physical health, as well as in our cancer prevention efforts. We value teamwork, quality communication, and work-life balance. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our citizens and encourage creativity and innovation.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for managing and overseeing the accreditation program including documentation. Identifies, refines and prepares required performance indicators and standards of cover. Coordinates with department staff, other town departments and agencies such as Water, Public Works, Finance and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office
- Coordinates the department's self-assessment process and creation of the Self-Assessment Manual. Oversees the Standards of Cover Team, Master Plan Team, Critical Task Analysis Team, and Strategic Plan Team to ensure coordination with accreditation standards
- Reviews and makes recommendations to ensure department directives, polices, guidelines and standards are congruent and in alignment with the Strategic Plan, Standards of Cover, and Master Plan. Routes documents and revisions through appropriate chain of command for sign off and approval
- Oversees the SOG Team and manages the Administrative Directive update process
- Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation materials meet accreditation standards. Assigns materials based on subject matter expertise. Responsible for ensuring materials and records contain proof of compliance. Maintains master documents and archives files
- Manages the department's ImageTrend Conitinuum platform and produces reports through the general ImageTrend system
- Responsible for assisting department personnel to identify required accreditation information and recommends methodology for preparing high quality responses and documentation. Assists department team with accreditation related questions or activities
- Coordinates and oversees preparation and submittal of the required Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) Annual Compliance Report. Oversees evaluation follow up and provides updates to CFAI of substantive changes and program development
- Advises the Fire Chief or designee on accreditation status. Makes recommendations to promote successful re-accreditation processes
- May serve as a member of the department's Executive Staff
- Provides customer service consistent with the stated values of the Town and department
- Abides by and follows appropriate Standard Operating Guidelines, Administrative Directives, and Memos
- Drives and operates non-operational department vehicles as needed or required
- Assists with planning and serves as facilitator for the annual organizational and strategic plan retreat
- Serves as the department representative to CFAI as requested or required
- Performs other duties as assigned or as required
Minimum Qualifications:An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be consideredEducation: High School Diploma/GED required and Associates degree or Bachelor's Degree in related field preferredExperience: Four (4) years of experience in field, specific to their job (i.e., Emergency Management and/or Accreditation Management); or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Licenses and/or Certifications required:
- A Valid Colorado Driver's License
- CPR/BLS Provider certification
- Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Driver Operator Utility or equivalent within six (6) months of appointment
- Town of Castle Rock Supervisory Program certification within two (2) years of appointment
- National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) S130/190
- Successful completion of the Work Capacity Test (Pack Test) as per Department Guidelines
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Incident Management System (NIMS) Classes (within one (1) year after date of hire)
o ICS-100, Introduction to Incident Command System or equivalento ICS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents or equivalento ICS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introductiono ICS-800, National Response Framework, An Introduction This position has no operational line authorityNecessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to perform duties in a safe manner consistent with Town and department guidelines
- Preferred to have considerable knowledge of modern fire department principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment
- Comprehensive knowledge of the CPSE accreditation process including self-assessment, strategic planning and standards of cover
- Working knowledge of applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
- Requires, but is not limited to, the frequent use of a personal computer, computer printer, copier, , and phone
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to utilize specialized computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite (including PowerPoint), Adobe Professional, and RMS (Fire Record Management Systems)
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, other agencies and the public
- Ability to provide verbal and written instructions
- Ability to effectively lead and manage personnel assigned to accreditation duties
- Knowledge of the Incident Command System/National Incident Management System
- Knowledge of modern communication systems
- Knowledge of financial management as it applies to the fire service
- Preferred to have a general understanding of tactical operations of fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, and wildland firefighting
- Ability to make recommendations and decisions impacting program direction, content and emphasis
- Ability to maintain composure during confrontational and demanding situations
- Ability to perform effectively in an environment with exposure to extreme weather conditions, strong odors and/or smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals and dust or pollen
Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, driving record check, physical exam, physical ability test, polygraph and psychological exam prior to commencing employment.The Town of Castle Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.