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The City of Waterville is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Fire Chief.

Requirements for the Deputy Fire Chief include: (please see the job description for a full list) Certification as a Fire Officer II Training in Fire and Explosion Investigation / Origin and Cause Incident Safety Officer ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 NFPA Certified Plans Reviewer (within 2 year of appointment) NFPA Certified Fire Inspector 1 (within 1 years of appointment) Certification as a Maine Certified Chief Fire Officer (within 3 years of appointment)  Preferred Certifications and/or Related Training: Maine Licensed Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic EMS Supervisors Boot Camp and/or equivalent EMS leadership training. Certification as a Fire Officer IV Associates Degree in Fire Science or related field. An equivalent combination of skills, training and experience may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.  The position will also require the following:  High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid driver’s license, with ability to obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license. Considerable supervisory experience in firefighting and EMS. Selected applicants must pass a department assessment center which will include an extensive background check, physical evaluation, and psychological screening. Electronic applications may be submitted online at https://www.waterville-me.gov/jobs.aspx. In addition to the online application, resumes, and cover letter shall be submitted to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Applications are due by Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 12:00 pm, or until the position has been filled. The first step in the application process will include a resume/application review. Top applicants will be invited to a Chief’s roundtable at a date to be determined. Subsequent interviews will occur. The City of Waterville is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minorities to apply.    About the Position! The Deputy Chief is a vacancy within the Fire Department that provides direct assistance to the Fire Chief and provides routine management and supervision to the Fire Department. As required, the Deputy Chief as­sists the Fire Chief in various general administrative tasks and in specific project tasks which the Chief may assign. The Deputy Chief will involve general duty in preventing fires and emergencies; conducting routine building inspections, Delegated plans review, and permitting under the general direction of the Fire Chief. The Deputy Chief will be expected to assist the four Battalion Chiefs in day-to-day operations and be able to project a positive, leadership role both internally for Depart­ment personnel and externally to the community at large. Please review our complete job description.  Deputy Chief Salary Range  $86,000 – 99,000 pending qualifications and experience. Issued vehicle or vehicle allowance.  Benefits Maine State Retirement 3C Plan (66% plus COLA adjustment) Holiday Pay Sick and Vacation Leave Life & Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Income Protection Medical Reimbursement Account Training opportunities    About the Department! Waterville Fire Department’s Goals The Department’s Goals are: To respond quickly to Fire, EMS, and hazardous materials related incidents to minimize the loss of life, damage to property, and economic impact to the community. To use technology to expand and improve the services and abilities of the Department. To ensure that the City and its residents are prepared to effectively respond to major disasters by providing information and education in fire safety and emergency preparedness. To perform fire life safety inspections for Waterville businesses and facilities to prevent injuries, deaths, business disruption, and property damages relating to fires. To develop and implement strategies to navigate economic challenges to sustain fire and EMS services. To develop and plan for the future of emergency services in Waterville and surrounding jurisdictions.  Waterville Fire Department’s Divisions and Sections Administration Division: Fire Administration houses the Office of the Fire Chief, and provides organizational oversight, policy direction, internal affairs, financial management, ambulance administration, grant acquisition, and community relations for the Department. The Division’s primary responsibility is to manage the Department’s general operations to ensure efficient and effective service delivery while ensuring alignment with the City’s goals and objectives. This division includes the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, and Executive Assistant. Fire Suppression Division: The Fire Operations Division provides fire suppression, fire investigations, and public education outreach. This Division directly supports the Department’s primary mission to respond quickly to fires and other emergency incidents to preserve life and property. This division will include four Battalion Chiefs, four Captains, and sixteen career firefighters totaling 24 career members. Those individuals will make up four shifts (A, B, C, and D) providing for round the clock coverage. Also included in the Fire Suppression Division is a dedicated call force of approximately 25 on-call members who respond to emergency calls when requested. Emergency Medical Services Division: The Emergency Medical Services Division provides transport EMS services and first response services to our City alongside Delta Ambulance. We currently operate a primary and backup ambulance to provide transport of the critically ill or injured to local hospital facilities. This Division directly supports the Department’s primary mission to respond quickly to emergency incidents to preserve life and property and is operated by the same personnel listed in the Fire Suppression Division. Special Operations Section: The Special Operations section provides search and rescue, high angle, low angle, rope rescue, swift water, ice water, confined space, trench rescue, advanced extrication, hazardous materials response, and drone services to our region. Fire Prevention Section: The Fire Prevention section is responsible for coordinating the fire inspection program, delegated review for new construction and tenant improvements, and regulates the storage of hazardous materials. The primary focus for this Division is to protect the community from fire and related hazards through proactive enforcement of the fire codes as required by City Ordinance.