Division Manager, Fire (Reserved for City Employees Only)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience, including four (4) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

• None.

Notes to Applicants
The Fire Division Manager supervises the daily activities, and operations of civilian support personnel in the education services and prevention sections. The Division Manager is also responsible for administrative support in the wildfire, airport, and recruiting sections; department records management and Public Information Requests; as well as quality control reviews of fire incident reports.

Please note the following when completing the City of Austin application for this position:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all the previous employment experience you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications, and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please do not use the phrase “see resume” or refer to other documents to complete your application. Do not leave the “Duties and Responsibilities” sections blank. Applications missing information and/or documents will be deemed incomplete applications and will not be considered.
• Austin Fire Department may close the posting any time after seven days from the initial advertisement. Once a position is closed, no additional applications will be accepted.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Pay Range
$41.70 - $54.21

Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 07/29/2024 Type of Posting Reserved for City Employees Department Fire Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 4201 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78721 Preferred Qualifications

• City of Austin and Public Safety experience in a supervisory role.
• Advanced knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of budget and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of human resource management processes.
• Organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Skill training employees.
• Evidence of past ability to manage projects and delivery desired outcomes.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Develops and implements short and long range plans, programs, and personnel that provide administrative, managerial support, fiscal management, program planning, and evaluation. Determines goals, objectives, and resource requirements for assigned operational sections. Develops, manages, revises, and implements standard operating practice, policy, and procedure governing the sections and ensures policies are in compliance with all City practice, policy, and procedure. Develops and maintains departmental quality assurance program to monitor and enhance customer service and employee retention. Prepares, presents, and monitors budget, and ensures sections operate within their appropriated budgets. Develops training and testing programs. Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with various Local, County, State, and Federal agencies. Evaluates business and workforce needs to develop strategies and implements plans to meet departmental performance goals. Consults with other City departments and shares information in order to foster cooperative and effective outcomes that benefit all parties.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, Local laws, codes and ordinances related to assignment. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of human resource and departmental processes and practices. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
• Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting applicable data. Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications. Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions/changes in priorities. Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to train others.
  Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City personnel and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience, including four (4) years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Are you a current City of Austin employee?

• Yes
• No

* How many years of experience do you have working for a public safety organization?

• None
• Some experience, but less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 or more years

* How many years of managerial experience do you possess?

• Less than 3 years
• 3-5 years
• 5-10 years
• 10-15 years
• 15+

* How much experience do you have training employees?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to four years
• More than four years

* Do you have experience managing budgets and procurement processes?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience managing administrative and professional level staff?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have prior or current work experience in Records Management?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience coordinating responses to Public Information Requests for the City of Austin?

• Yes
• No

* Describe a project you have managed and the outcomes you delivered.
(Open Ended Question)
* Why are you interested in this position?
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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