Fire Battalion Chief (Promotional Only)

Promotional Recruitment - Applications must be submitted by Monday, August 18, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Fire Battalion Chief - Salary Schedule

40-hour work week

• Hourly Low $73.6382
• Hourly High $98.6753

56-hour work week

• Hourly Low $52.5987
• Hourly High $70.4824

Refer to the current Salary Resolution for the Fire Management Unit (as of July 5, 2025) .

The City of Ventura is now accepting applications for the position of FIRE BATTALION CHIEF (Promotional Only).

The Fire Battalion Chief works under the direction of the Operations Chief and is responsible for supervising the activities of an assigned battalion of fire companies and coordinating activities with other shifts, divisions, and programs in the Fire Department and the City. The Fire Battalion Chief performs a leadership role in the City disaster response plan. Battalion Chiefs may be assigned to a fifty-six (56) or forty (40) hour per week position.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides direct supervision and leadership to all company officers assigned to a shift. Monitors the activities of assigned companies and implement necessary steps to ensure maximum effectiveness.
• Actively participates as a member of the department's management team, assisting in the development of the annual budget and other programs.
• Assumes a leadership role in the City's emergency response plan.
• Responds to, and takes command of, significant emergency incidents such as fires, medical, hazardous materials and other emergencies and rescue operations.
• Evaluates department equipment and facilities and makes recommendations for repair and replacement.
• Schedules and coordinates several departmental programs related to the delivery of emergency services to the public and delivery of fire prevention and public education programs.
• Manage employees in all aspects of fire department operations.
• Make public presentations.
• Represents the department and/or the City to organizations, boards, commissions and other groups.
• Operates radio, telecommunications and office equipment, including computers, as required.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

MORE INFORMATION
For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Fire Battalion Chief.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this promotional opportunity, you must be a regular or probationary employee with the City of Ventura.
To apply for this promotional opportunity, please complete an online City Application and supplemental questionnaire.
If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov .

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to graduation from high school and seven years of progressively responsible experience in a public fire agency including two years’ experience as a Fire Captain with the Ventura Fire Department. A four-year degree supplemented with significant coursework or special training in a related field is desirable. A management certificate and/or training in effective management practices is highly desirable.

License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required.

Certificate: Possession of a current and valid EMT-1 or EMT-P certification. Possession of a current and valid CPR certification.

APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS:

***OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR CITY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEES***
Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . It is important that your City job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.

Application Filing Deadline :
Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilMonday, August 18, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Department Selection Interview :
Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their name placed on an eligibility list for the position of Fire Battalion Chief and forwarded to the Fire department for consideration. The selection process may involve any or all of the following: a written communication exercise, a comprehensive assessment of the professional and personal skills and abilities, a review of past performance appraisals, recommendations from previous supervisors, recommendations from the management team, and a department selection interview. The Fire Chief may select any candidate whose name has been certified to the eligibility list.

The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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