Battalion Chief

City of Lebanon

Description: The Lebanon Division of Fire is now accepting applications for Battalion Chief. This position is responsible for the readiness of facilities, station, unit, all equipment, and gear for any emergency or non-emergency situation. This position requires operation as an Incident Commander on emergency scenes. Duties are performed under the direction of the Fire Chief.

This position requires general knowledge of office equipment. Also operates equipment associated with emergency rescue, hazardous material, environmental control, and life support. The primary work site is Fire Station 41 (601 N Broadway, Lebanon, OH 45036). Attendance at meetings may take place inside or outside the City of Lebanon.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervises and may operate the response to emergency calls for suppression, rescue, hazardous material and environment control as they may relate to fire suppression, medical treatment and life support incidents
Supervises and renders medical treatment at accident scenes and at calls for service
Observes events, persons and circumstances that must be remembered and accurately related through testimony in court
Assists with training issues
Assists the Fire Chief with Staff scheduling, evaluation, recruitment, and training
Engages with the public and the community to effectively represent the department
Prioritizes emergency and non-emergency operational issues
Assists with special event preparation
Assists other divisions of the city as necessary
Responds to complaints and requests for information from citizens
Performs other duties as assigned
Assume the duties of the Fire Chief in his/her absence as directed.

For a full job description and benefits profile, click here.

REQUIRED TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (All must be maintained during employment)

Certified Firefighter II, Current CPR certification, Certified Hazmat Operations, Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic certification current at time of employment and Fire Safety Inspector. Certifications from other states must meet the equivalency standards as set forth by the appropriate agency in Ohio.
GMVEMS annual protocol testing
Certified Fire and/or EMS Instructor
NIMS 100, 200, 300, 700 & 800
Fire Officer I and II Certification
5 years of supervisory experience
Valid Ohio Driver's License

HIRING PROCESS

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 beginning at 0800: Physical Agility Test – Modified CPAT with 10:20 minute pass/fail.
Monday and Tuesday, August 21 and 22, 2023 beginning at 0800: 30-minute Panel Interview.
Saturday, September 2, 2023, 0800-1100: Assessment Center.
Monday and Friday, September 11 and 15, 2023 beginning at 0800: Final Interview with City Manager and Fire Chief.
Conditional Offer: Background Investigation, Voice Stress Analyzer, and Pension Physical (or standard physical if currently enrolled in the OP&F pension) including drug screening.

Contact : Applications may be downloaded at lebanonohio.gov. Completed applications along with resume and copies of required certifications should be submitted to the Personnel Department, at 50 S Broadway, Lebanon, OH 45036 or via email at pstotts@lebanonohio.gov. The City of Lebanon requires pre-employment medical examination and drug screening, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 1600 ON AUGUST 11, 2023

Deadline for Applying : Aug 11, 2023 04:00 PM

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