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Job Description:                       Fire Department Facilities Manager

FLSA Classification:               EXEMPT (Full Time)

Reports to:                                  Fire Chief

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skill required of personnel so classified.

Position Summary:

The Fire Department Facilities Manager is a one-position class reporting to the Fire Chief. The Fire Department Facilities Manager will act as the principal assistant to the Fire Chief in government, business, and administrative matters. The Fire Department Facilities Manager is responsible for administrative and support aspects of the fire department operations and work with the District Administrator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, control, and make sound, strategic decisions while producing accurate information and managing multiple and challenging priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Maintain effectiveness in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
• Establish course of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Keep the organization’s vision and values at the forefront of decision making.
• Exercise a confident interpersonal style and proven methods that inspire and guide individuals toward higher levels of performance.
• Controls Purchase Order requests to provide oversight and decrease fraud, waste, and abuse of funds.
• Significant experience in dealing with public (preferably public safety) and have a high-level understanding of financial and policy matters.
• Maintain the District website and social media accounts.

Education

Minimum of a High School Diploma. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration or Business Administration or related field is preferred.

License

Possess a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.

A Texas Class B exempt, or higher Driver’s License is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with Texas State Statues and Open Meetings Act.
• Skill in utilizing office computers, QuickBooks, and with all Microsoft Office Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting practices.
• Basic understanding of payroll and purchasing principles.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to develop clear concise reports and maintain accurate documents and reports with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of operational characteristics, services, and activities of the Fire Department.
• May serve as liaison or representative of the department with BCESD Board, outside agencies, groups, businesses, and residents in Fire Chief absence.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential public and departmental information, records, and contracts.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the job to include the operation of heavy motorized firefighting equipment and related activities; function effectively in emergent and non-emergent situations.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
• Performs other department related activities and program oversight as assigned by the Fire Chief.

Salary and Benefits

Compensation is competitive and will depend on qualifications, experience, and job performance.

The position is an exempt salary meeting the executive position and meets all Federal, state, and local laws and regulations pursuant to the Department of Labor and Fair Labor Standards Act.

Work Location and Hours:

The job offers flexibility but may require working at multiple locations.

Applications available online at www.esd8.org or in person at Fire Station 182 located at 20825 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78255. All applications must have resume attached. Applications can be mailed, emailed to firechief@esd8.org, or hand delivered.