Assistant Fire Chief (FT)

This full-time position is a senior-level officer responsible for managing various programs within the Fire Department with a primary focus on fire protection plan review, code enforcement, fire investigation, juvenile fire setter intervention, community fire safety programs, and other programs as assigned by the Fire Chief. Conducts research of code issues in coordination with the fire department and fire inspection staff. This full-time position may also assist in managing the Fire Department Operations Division including personnel, emergency response, and the related training and safety programs. Provides incident command functions, and supervision of fire officers and firefighters at emergency scenes and in other work settings; and provides administrative and operations support and direction as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Work is performed independently with guidance and direction from the Fire Chief. Coordination of all personnel assigned to assist in the accomplishment of essential functions. Performs varying forms of supervision and work direction for paid-on-call firefighters and fire officers at emergency scenes and in other settings. Serves in the incident command structure at emergency scenes and/or in City's emergency operations center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responds to emergency incidents as assigned and functions as a firefighter, being physically capable of completing the firefighter physical ability test on an ongoingbasis. Manages and evaluates personnel at the scene of emergencies and othersettings. Manages/conducts the review of fire protection system plans for new construction and alteration of existing buildings. Also reviews construction site plans for issues related to provision of fireprotection. Manages/coordinates the fire investigation function to include: conducting investigations, coordinating with other agencies, preparing reports, and maintaining data andfiles. Manages the community fire safety education program to include: curriculum development, ordering materials, training personnel, scheduling programs, teaching programs, and evaluating programeffectiveness. Research code issues when assigned and provide follow-up to the FireChief. Proposes and prepares policies, procedures and ordinances as assigned by the Fire Chief. Assists in preparing budget for assigned areas ofresponsibility. Under the direction of the Fire Chief, represents the Cities in development of fire codes on local, state, and national level.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of the Fire Department. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws as they relate to fire and building codes, fire and arson investigation, and juvenile fire setter intervention. Current programs and practices concerning community fire safety education and injury prevention. Principles, practices and methods of comprehensive fire suppression, hazardous materials, emergency response, safety and injury prevention, and emergency medical services. Principles of incident command, supervision, training and performance evaluation. Pertinent, Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations. Fire Department policies and procedures.

Ability to:

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Operate a computer and other office equipment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Operate assigned vehicle Manage assigned projects and set appropriate priorities. Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations in assignedareas. Coordinate the work of personnel assigned to assist with required projects.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Minimum Qualifications:

Post-secondary degree in fire science, fire service management, or related field,or equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of progressively responsible fire service experience with at least two of those in a supervisoryrole. Demonstrated experience in developing and administering fire prevention and fire investigationprograms

Current MN FirefighterLicense Minnesota State Fire ServiceCertifications:

Firefighter I &II Haz-Mat Ops Fire InspectorI Fire Inspector II (or ability to obtain within 12months) Fire OfficerI Fire Apparatus Operator (or ability to obtain within 12months) Certification at the Emergency Medical Responder level orhigher.

NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800

as well as 300 & 400 (or the ability to obtain within 12months) Possession of valid, unrestricted Minnesota driver'slicense.

Preferred Qualifications:

Emergency ManagementCertification Emergency Medical TechnicianCertification Minnesota State Fire ServiceCertifications:

Fire Instructor I Plans ExaminerI Fire InvestigatorI Live within 15 minutes of an Anoka-Champlin FireStation

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Office and emergency firefighting environment; travel from site to site; work closely with others.

Physical Conditions:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time; manual dexterity; adequate hearing, vision, and speech; required to operate assigned vehicle in routine and emergency response situations. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a deputy fire marshal may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. While wearing personal protective equipment which weighs approximately twenty-five pounds, and also wearing self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) which weighs approximately twenty-five pounds; the assistant chief may work in areas that may or maynot be protected from the weather. The assistant chief may work in extreme cold temperatures or high temperatures of which either may cause marked bodily discomfort or reactions. The assistant chief may encounter wet conditions and high humidity as well. The assistant chief may have to perform rescue and/or lifesaving duties in and around stable and moving water environments where the water depth may be greater than the height of the firefighter. The deputy fire marshal may have to perform emergency response functions in confinedspaces. The assistant chief may work in environments that are immediately dangerous to life and health. The environment may include smoke or other toxic conditions, and the assistant chief may be exposed to a variety of physical hazards including unsound structures, moving mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, and working in elevated areas. The assistant chief is at risk of being exposed to high temperatures, low temperatures, radiant energy, toxic chemicals, radioactive materials, biological agents, andexplosives. Frequently encounters noise and/or vibration exceeding 80 decibels (constant or intermittent) to cause marked distraction or possible hearingloss.

Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying:

Ground to Waist Level

• 100pounds Dragging/removing firevictims Advancing hose lines atfires Carrying fans, rescue tools, foamcontainers Waist to Shoulder Level
• 50pounds Opening and closing hydrantvalves Making hoseconnections Lifting/carrying ladders, hose bundles, and otherequipment Above Shoulders
• 35pounds Placing ladders againstbuildings Pulling ladder halyard to extendladders Using axe and other equipment to ventilate a structure during afire Lifting equipment onto fireapparatus

FirmGrasp:

Carrying items of substantial weight; i.e., fans, rescue equip. foamcontainers Using axes orsledgehammers Using hydrant wrenches Dragging victims or hoselines Pulling ladder rope halyards or using rope to liftobjects

SimpleGrasp:

Carrying items; i.e. ladders, hose bundles, hose rolls, and variousequipment

Reaching, Bending, andTwisting:

Picking up and carrying ladders, hoses, and other fire and rescueequipment Raising ladders against astructure Opening hydrants Connecting hoselines Using axes, sledgehammers, and rescuetools Must be capable of reaching and extending the hands and/or arms in anydirection Climbing and/or

Balancing:

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolds, ramps, and alike using feet and legs and/or hands and arms during emergency response activities and code enforcement activities Must be able to balance and have the ability to steady oneself and keep from falling when walking, standing, crouching, crawling on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces Must be capable of applying a leg lock with either leg upon a ground ladder to provide a safe anchor when operating hose lines or performing rescuework

Crawling, Kneeling, and Squatting:

Advancing hose lines in fire situations Searching for, and removing firevictims Picking up and moving ladders, hoses, and other fire and rescue equipment from the ground

Vision:

Normal vision needed, with or without correction, requires both near and far acuity, depth perception, field of vision, and focusing. Must be able to distinguish colors. Use of corrective lens isacceptable

Hearing:

Normal hearing needed, with or without correction; firefighter must be able to discriminate among similar sounds in environments with great amounts of background noise

Speech:

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to others in stressful conditions and while wearing self-contained breathing apparatus(SCBA)

Touching, Feeling, and UsingFingers:

Must be able to discriminate differences in items by feeling, and manipulate items such as SCBA valves, apparatus controls, alarm panel controls, nozzle controls, and tie knots in ropes. Must be able to determine difference between hot andcold. Other The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to theposition. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the position change. Hiring Timeline

• Subject to Change
• 07/10/2026 Position Closes 07/13/2026 to 07/17/2026 Applications Reviewed 07/20/2026 to 07/24/2026 Interviews Scheduled & Conducted Week of 07/20/2026 Offer Made to Candidate ASAP or by 08/24/2026 Goal Start Date for Candidate