Details
07/15/2024
Battalion Chief
City of Riverside
The City of Riverside, Ohio, is accepting applications for the position of Fire Department Battalion Chief. The Battalion Chief, under the direction of the Fire Chief, serves as a first-line supervisor for Fire Department staff members; directly responsible to the Chief of the Department for training, fire suppression, emergency care, and the transport of sick and/or injured patients, fire prevention, and fire investigations. The fire department battalion chief works a 24/48-hour rotation @ 2912 hours per year. Interested candidates shall submit a completed application, applicable certifications, resume’ and cover letter expressing their intent by 08:00 on August 5, 2024, via the city’s website. Applications and full job descriptions can be found here: https://www.riversideoh.gov/government/careers/ The resume should reflect the candidate's work history, education, training, and abilities, matching the job description for Battalion Chief. The cover letter should be a self-sell paper for the position, highlighting what you have done to prepare yourself for this position, how you would contribute to the department, and how well your resume meets the job description. After the initial resume and cover letter evaluation, the top candidates meeting the requirements for Battalion Chief will be sent the date and times to continue in the hiring process during the week of August 19th, 2024. The remainder of the process will include: • Persuasive Essay evaluation • Assessment center • Riverside Chief Officer’s Interview The anticipated start date for the position will be September 15, 2024.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Associate degree in a related field (bachelor’s degree preferred) • Seven years or more experience as a Firefighter and Paramedic • Five years of supervisory experience in an Officer level position and at least two of those years • supervisory experience at a Captain level or above • Current State of Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification; State of Ohio Level II Firefighter Certification or equivalent; valid Ohio Driver's License; State of Ohio Fire Safety Inspector; Fire or EMS Instructor Certification; Hazardous Material operation certificate • State of Ohio Fire Officer I and II (III and IV preferred) • National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer (EFO) or the State of Ohio Fire Executive Program (OFE) (preferred) • BERT – Basic Emergency Rescue Technician (preferred) • National Incident Management System Certification IC-100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800 • Knowledge of local and state laws relating to Fire and EMS and the national fire code; thorough knowledge of inspection and investigative procedures; knowledge of fire suppression, prevention, and incident command procedures • Knowledge and familiarity with departmental, city, and state rules, regulations, ordinances, and policies • Must maintain required continuing education as required to maintain certification • Solid negotiation and persuasion skills • General knowledge of computers and various software packages
BENEFITS: • Current wage: $103,055.68 Annually • 12 EDOs, • Vacation – Ranges 96 hours for entry-level to 336 hours/year after 25 years (Vacation accrual credit will be awarded with prior full-time government service). • Sick Leave 6.46 hours per pay. (Accrued sick leave is transferrable with verification from previous local government employer). • Tuition reimbursement up to $5000.00 annually • Holiday Bonus pay • Health Insurance (HDHP/HRA or PPO) = Employee pays 10% of total premium. Vision, Dental, & life Insurance. Voluntary benefits and short-term disability options are available.
