Deputy Director of Fire/Rescue Services & Emergency Management
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Salary : $77,356.00 - $100,964.00 AnnuallyLocation : Nashville, NCJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 2024-00114Department: Emergency ServicesDivision: Emergency ServicesOpening Date: 11/25/2024Closing Date: ContinuousGeneral Statement of Duties Performs administrative, supervisory and technical work managing and coordinating the County's fire prevention and emergency management programs and assists in risk management and safety activities for the County.An employee in this class performs administrative, advisory, inspections and training work in coordinating the emergency management activities and enforcing the fire prevention laws for the County. Work involves overseeing staff involved in fire code inspections, fire investigations, fire safety education programs and developing and implementing complex disaster plans. This employee works as a liaison with County volunteer fire and rescue departments, assisting them in developing and implementing comprehensive training programs, purchasing and inspecting firefighting equipment, obtaining necessary ratings and certificates, and preparing budget proposals. The employee is subject to hazards associated with fire inspection, administrative, and firefighting work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as exposure to high heat, exposure to chemicals, and in the proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and working in high places. The employee is also exposed to atmospheric conditions and blood borne pathogens, and is sometimes required to wear a respirator, and may be required to work in close quarters. Employee must exercise independent judgment, discretion, and initiative in completing assignments and handling difficult public contact situations requiring considerable tact and knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, and programs. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Fire/Rescue & Emergency Management Director and work is evaluated through observation and review of records and reports. Essential Duties and Tasks

• Serves as second in command within the department; oversees Emergency Management and Fire Marshal program activities in the absence of the Fire/Rescue & Emergency Management Director.
• Assist with planning, organizing and directing all activities of the department; supervises professional personnel, ensuring proper training and adherence to established policies and procedures; reviews employee reports and timesheets; assists and advises subordinates as necessary, resolves complex problems as non-routine situations arise; administers routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling and granting leave,
• Assists with developing division budget proposal for division and safety programs; tracks spending.
• Assist with preparing, developing and implementing the County plan for multiple responses to natural or manmade disasters, working closely with state and/or federal agencies in the development and execution of such plans; ensures plans are in compliance with Homeland Security guidelines.
• Assist with managing fire and rescue services program; assigns inspections, review new construction plans, conduct inspections, conduct investigations, assign inspectors to calls, complaints and investigations; assists with preparing fire and rescue department contracts, fire and rescue district maps, mutual aid agreements and policies; assists with fire and rescue department budget preparation, equipment and training issues; ensures service delivery expectations of the County are being met by fire and rescue departments; coordinates with fire departments to prepare for insurance grading surveys.
• Assist with directing and overseeing a comprehensive fire prevention program for the County through the inspection of all foster homes, day care centers, nursing homes, and various private industries in the County; assigns fire prevention inspections, reviews construction plans and conducts fire inspections.
• Holds periodic meetings with each volunteer department to verify training records, equipment cache, proper mapping, response policies, and manpower needs; ensures that fire prevention programs are developed and delivered to target populations.
• Assist with directing the emergency management program; assist with developing and updating plans, policies and procedures; ensuring the readiness of County EOC; providing training and guidance to response agencies; coordinating disaster plans with other departments, agencies and groups; provides information to the public concerning disasters.
• Assist with operating and maintaining an emergency operations center, develops and maintains a system to alert response agencies and provides training and guidance to response agencies, coordinates plan development for response to terrorism threats; plans for and implements federal requirements for National Incident Management System.
• Participates in developing and conducting tests of disaster and emergency response, mitigation and cleanup plans; evaluates effectiveness of plans and programs, and makes recommendations for alteration of plans, and/or need for additional planning, equipment, staff, etc.; maintains lists, files, directories, databases, etc., of available resources and personnel for assistance in emergency response, mitigation and cleanup operations; develops long-range plans for expansion of emergency response, mitigation and cleanup capabilities and services.
• Responds to multiple alarm fires as needed and coordinates and participates in firefighting and related emergency operations; coordinates emergency services operations at largescale incidents, including hazardous material incidents and other large scale events.
• Oversees the implementation of fire and life safety education classes for public schools, nursing homes, civic groups, etc.
• Assists the County Safety and Security Officer by: developing safety policies and programs for County employees; performing safety inspections of county property and facilities; conducting work site inspections, hazard analysis, develop and conduct training classes; developing specifications for different types of equipment, reviews reports and make recommendations; and serving on committees, review accidents and serve as liaison to insurance company and to OSHA during inspections.
• Responsible for researching complaints filed with the Emergency Services Office and reporting to the Fire/Rescue & Emergency Management Director and taking any appropriate action to mitigate the complaint.
• Work under the direction of the Director of Fire/Rescue Emergency Management during EOC activations and serve as the Deputy EOC Manager.

Additional Job Duties

• Performs other related work as required.
• Responds to emergencies to assist with technical assistance and maintains documentation related to the incident. Ensures documentation is gathered and collected for reimbursement costs. Available on-call.

Knowledges, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the types of industrial and commercial operations in the county and any related potential hazards.
• Considerable knowledge of the methods of readily ascertaining the presence of existing or potential fire hazards.
• Considerable knowledge of the laws and regulations covering fire protection.
• Considerable knowledge of the sources and use of information about current fire prevention, and skill in their teaching and application.
• Considerable knowledge of fire equipment operation and maintenance, and skill in its operation.
• Ability to enforce codes and laws with firmness and fairness.
• Considerable knowledge of standard practices, procedures and methods involved in emergency preparedness and response.
• Considerable knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency management programs and policies.
• Considerable knowledge of County's Emergency Operations Plan and Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Considerable knowledge in using NC Sparta/Web EOC for crisis management and resource ordering with NC Emergency Management.
• Ability to interpret and enforce NC General Statutes firmly, impartially, and tactfully.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other employees, business and civic leaders, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively; ability to prepare and submit clear and concise reports.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and to administer a program.

Physical RequirementsMust be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and perform repetitive motions.Must be able to perform heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly.Must possess the visual acuity to perform administrative and computer-related tasks, inspect objects, extensive reading, ability to operate trucks and other equipment. Desirable Education and Experience Associates degree required (Bachelor's degree preferred) in fire science or related field and additional training in fire inspection, investigation and Emergency Management and considerable experience in the fire service and/or fire inspections; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requirement CertificationsPossession of ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, ICS 400, ICS 700 and ICS 800 certificationsPossession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.Possession of Emergency Medical Technician certification.Possession of a Level III Fire Code Inspector certificationPossession of a Firefighter Level II certification.Possession of a Fire Service Instructor II certification, optionalCertification as a Hazardous Material Responder IPossession of Fire/Arson Investigator certification or equivalentPossession of Fire Officer II certification (Fire Officer III preferred)Preferred CertificationsEmergency Manager Associate Coordinator certification preferred.Possession of NIMS/ICS Division Group Supervisor certificationPossession of NIMS/ICS Command and General Staff position certification(s)Possession of FEMA Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program certificationPossession of NIMS/ICS 0305 Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team certification or NC AHIMT credential.INSURANCE PROGRAMSGroup Health Insurance Nash County provides full time and part-time benefit eligible employees working 30 plus hours per week with Health Insurance coverage with the North Carolina State Health PlanIncluded in each selection is:

• Preventative Care Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Chiropractic Coverage

Health Insurance may become effective for employees the first day of the month following employment.Group Dental InsuranceNash County provides full-time and part-time regular employees working 30 plus hours per week. Dental Insurance becomes effective for employees the first day of the month following the 30th day of employment.Group Life InsuranceNash County provides term Life Insurance for full-time and part-time regular employees working 30 or more hours per week.Life insurance is paid for you by Nash County and pays your beneficiary one time your annual salary not to exceed $200,000 in the event of your death. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is also provided.Life Insurance becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Voluntary supplemental term life insurance coverage for you, your spouse or your dependent children is also available - please see the Human Resources Department for more details.Short Term Disability InsuranceNash County provides active full-time regular employees working 30 plus hours per week the option to purchase Short Term Disability Insurance.Short Term Disability Insurance may cover up to 70% of an employee's monthly salary with a maximum of $2,000 per month, in the event of an injury or illness, for up to 13 weeks. FINANCIAL PROGRAMS RetirementMembership in the North Carolina Local Government Employees Retirement System is a requirement for all regular full-time and regular part-time employees. Employees contribute 6% of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have 5 years of service, you are 100% vested in the NCLGERS.NC401(k)The NC401(k) supplemental retirement program is available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees. The County establishes this 401(k) account for each eligible employee and makes a 5% contribution based on monthly earnings. Employees may elect to make voluntary contributions through payroll deduction.457 Deferred CompensationThe 457 Deferred Compensation program is available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees through payroll deduction. Deferred compensation is a voluntary investment plan to supplement retirement income and to defer taxable income.Special Separation AllowanceThe Separation Allowance is available to law enforcement officers between the ages of 55 and 62 years that are eligible and retire under the provisions of the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System.125 Flexible Benefit PlanFlexible Spending Account options are available to regular full-time and regular part-time employees who wish to use pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, and daycare expenses. The Flex Convenience Card program gives you instant access to your account funds.

• Health Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible health care expenses.
• Dependent Care Spending AccountSection 125 of the IRS Code allows yearly voluntary enrollment to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible dependent care expenses.

Direct DepositDirect Deposit is a condition of employment for all employees. Deposit of your paycheck will be made to checking or savings accounts in a bank of your choice.Credit UnionLocal Government Federal Credit Union membership is available to all employees. Once you join, you can remain a member for as long as you choose. Immediate family members such as spouse, children, stepchildren, brothers, sisters, and parents can all become members.Employees of both the Departments of Social Services and Public Health are eligible to join the State Employees Credit Union.LEAVE PROGRAMS Vacation LeaveFor regular full-time County employees, vacation leave accrues based on length of service. Regular part-time employees accrue prorated vacation leave based on a percentage of the full-time benefit.Sick LeaveFor regular full-time County employees, sick leave accrues at 8.0 hours per month. Regular part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on a percentage of the full-time benefit. Your unused sick leave balance can be applied as creditable service toward a service retirement under the guidelines of the NCLGERS.HolidaysThe policy of the County is to follow the holiday schedule as published by the State of North Carolina each year.The following holidays are observed:

• New Year's Day,
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and the day after, and
• Three (3) days at Christmas.

Military LeaveAnnual Training - Reserves and National Guard -Ten paid workdays per fiscal year.Active Duty - Reserves and National Guard - Ten paid workdays upon activation.Civil LeavePaid leave is provided to full-time or regular part-time County employees called for jury duty or as a witness of the court for the federal or state government, or a subdivision thereof.Family Medical Leave ActFederal law provides job protection and continuation of existing paid health insurance during 12 weeks of leave, paid or unpaid, to an eligible employee for qualifying events. These events can include birth or adoption, and serious illness of an immediate family member, or of the employee.OTHER PROGRAMSEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)The Employee Assistance Program is open to all employees and their dependents. It is a confidential service provided at no cost to the employees of the County. EAP provides certified counselors who administer assessment and brief therapy to employees who want help with a variety of personal and work-related issues such as stress, parenting concerns, grief, alcohol/drug use, family problems, financial concerns, and work-related problems.Wellness Center and TelemedicineWe believe that staying healthy is inclusive of exercising regularly and taking care of your physical body. Nash County has a Wellness Center, which consists of various exercise equipment and videos, open to all full and part-time employees. All full-time employees also have access to telemedicine through Teladoc. Teladoc treats conditions like allergies, sore throats, asthma, and more. Doctors are available by phone or video 24/7 from wherever you are. They are available to diagnose symptoms and send a prescription if needed. NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICESThe benefits offered by Nash County are subject to change. In the event there is a conflict between the above contents and Nash County policies and/or a State or Federal statute, the policy/statute shall control. Plan documents will govern benefits plans should there be a conflict with this information. They are not held out to any employee as part of any contractual agreement. Benefits, policies, and procedures are subject to change or termination at any time.Information provided on this site is for informational purposes only. Actual provisions of each plan will be provided on the certificate of coverage as part of the Summary Plan description.Nash County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ProviderIn accordance with Federal civil rights law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs).Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's Target Center at (202) ###-#### (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) ###-####.Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at filing cust.html and any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) ###-####. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: 1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; 2. fax: (202) ###-####; or3. email: ...@usda.govUSDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. 01 Which best describes your level of education?

• No GED and no High School Diploma
• GED or High School Diploma
• Some college
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate's Degree

02 List any other certifications or licensure you currently hold related to the job. Required Question