Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Fire Chief will be directed by the Chief of Police Services in the Fire Department at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties, but not limited to:

• Responsible for organizing, planning, directing, and implementing fire and life safety prevention programs for facility staff.
• Train and direct fire personnel in suppression and emergency medical services to prevent or minimize the loss of life, property, and environment.
• Make budget recommendations reflecting the need for fire protection and safety of the facility.
• Attends and participates in various Hospital committees as required by the facility.
• May serve as a liaison and work in cooperative relationships with facility disciplines, licensing and accreditation surveyors, contractors, and other agencies including auto and mutual aid cooperatives for all fire service related matters.

*Minimum qualifications will be verified prior to being scheduled for an interview. Please provide proof of minimum qualifications with your application submission, which may include a copy of your unofficial college transcripts and/or official Out of Class paperwork.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position may require you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Special Personal Characteristics
Hearing adequacy within speech frequencies (uncorrected)
Normal use of both hands and both feet
Physical strength and agility
Weight in proportion to height

Additional Desirable Qualifications
Education equivalent to completion of high school
California State Fire Fighter 1 certification
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License A, B, or C with fire fighter endorsement
Emergency Medical Technician certification
Education equivalent to 20 college semester units in fire science

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional benefit information can be found on the  CalHR website and the  CalPERS website.

Eligibility & Minimum Qualifications

In order to be considered for this job vacancy, you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:

1. BE LIST ELIGIBLE: Successfully complete the competitive State civil service exam pertaining to this classification at  Fire Chief Exam , OR

2. BE TRANSFER ELIGIBLE:  Must  meet the minimum qualifications of the classification per DPA Rule 250, have current employment with the State of California in the same classification with permanent or probationary status, or in a classification that is substantially the same with permanent or probationary status , OR 3. BE REINSTATEMENT ELIGIBLE: Have obtained previous permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Either I: Three years' experience performing fire-fighting duties in the California state service 

OR

II: Four years' (or part-time equivalent) experience in urban or suburban fire fighting.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other - Please attach a copy of your current/valid California driver's license.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Part time, For contractors,

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