Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Manage the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority’s (GOAA) ARFF combat shifts and administrative personnel, with primary emphasis given to providing the immediate delivery of fire and rescue teams to mitigate emergency situations that arise at the Orlando International Airport (MCO). Develop and administer related policies, procedures and guidelines.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential functions, as defined under the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), may include any of the following representative duties and responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are also an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead and manage the ARFF department’s administrative personnel consisting of the Training Division, Emergency Medical Services Division, Fire Prevention Division, and Logistics.
Assist in the overall planning, direction, and coordination of fire department functions to maintain Index E operations.
Manage the FAA required programs under the ARFF department’s purview.
Counsel personnel as needed, and issue disciplinary actions in accordance with GOAA policies and procedures.
Evaluate equipment condition and adequacy to maintain compliance with requirements.
Participate in emergency and disaster planning, including exercise development and implementation.
Supervise employees in assigned area. Assign work; monitor hours of work and authorize time sheets; oversee quality, quantity and timeliness of work performed; confirm the compliance with established policy, procedure and standards. Advise management of areas of concern and recommend solutions. Prepare and conduct performance evaluations; develop and provide training as needed. Participate in interviewing and selection of employees, and recommend disciplinary action as needed. Provide for the safety and security of the work area.
Oversee performance evaluation process for areas of responsibility. Manage approval of time sheets in electronic timekeeping system.
Establish operating and administrative procedures, give special instructions and assignments.
May assume command of, or support of, fire department incidents, or act as ARFF representative in the EOC.
Participate in budget preparation and administration, including all facets of procurement.
Manage and participate in personnel hiring and assessment promotional processes.
Oversight of the ARFF training, EMS, Fire Prevention and Logistics programs, monitoring compliance with FAA, NFPA, and State of Florida regulatory requirements.
Attend and represent ARFF at airport and community meetings.
Provide information to ARFF and airport community, via writing and public speaking.
Assume the position and responsibilities of the Fire Chief in their absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor degree in Fire Administration, Fire Science, Public/Business Administration or related field and ten (10) years of fire/EMS experience with a minimum of five (5) years or more of progressively responsible fire management and/or command experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. ARFF management experience preferred.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Knowledge of ARFF, EMS, structural firefighting, emergency management, fire prevention, and public education.
Knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures with ability to develop and implement.
Skill in negotiating and resolving policy and personnel conflicts.
Skill in developing presentations and ability to present through public speaking.
Proficient with data processing and other specialized computer programs.
Ability to effectively plan, assign and appraise the work of subordinates.
Ability to effectively prepare and administer the departmental budget.
Ability to make life and death decisions under extremely stressful emergency conditions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department leaders in GOAA and other associated agencies.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
