Assistant Fire Chief of Operations

Job Description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Serves as an Assistant Chief of Operations in charge of the management and control of a shift, supervising firefighters in fire-ground situations as well as the performance, care, maintenance of apparatus and equipment. Oversees the implementation of the training and fire prevention programs. #LI-RB1

Responsibilities

JOB ACTIVITIES:

• Serves as an Assistant Chief of Operations in charge of the management and control one of two alternating 24-hour shifts, supervising all firefighters in fire ground situations as well as the performance of care and maintenance of apparatus and equipment.
• Participates in the administration and planning of fire prevention, operations and training programs.
• Responsible for planning, developing, implementing, reviewing, and evaluating the programs.
• Receives new procedures from the Fire Chief and disseminates information to subordinates who assist in the carrying out of the programs.
• Maintains current knowledge of the base, its structures, and all systems related to fire protection.
• Ensures related firefighting duties are accomplished as outlined the plans.
• When facility pre-fire plans are outdated, develops, reviews, and updates them.
• Oversees the maintenance and testing of firefighting equipment.
• Develops recommendations to the Fire Chief on the level and mix of resources needed to maintain an effective firefighting program.
• Identifies and reviews the status of fire deficiencies and coordinates with the Fire Chief.
• Serves as the incident commander of a fire scene until relieved by the Fire Chief.
• Determines the best course of action to minimize loss or damage from fires or explosions.
• Directs the placement of fire-fighting equipment and personnel to ensure maximum utilization in fire control or rescue operations.
• Assesses the fire scene/emergency situation to facilitate fire/rescue operations and to brief the Fire Chief.
• Supervises safe and proper rescue operations of endangered persons.
• Ensures rescue operations are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures and minimize the risk of additional danger to firefighting personnel and endangered persons.
• Determines adequacy of measures taken to minimize the loss or damage as a result of fire or explosions.
• Responds to hazardous material incidents; initiates actions to establish control of the affected area with minimal risk to response personnel and the environment.
• Ensures that personnel are properly protected to handle hazardous material.
• Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A college degree in fire safety related field is preferred.
• Must possess IFSAC/PROBOARD certification as Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector II, HazMat Incident Commander and Confined Space or Technical Rescue.
• Must possess NIMS 300 and 400 certifications.
• Must possess a current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification.
• Must possess a current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Must pass and maintain entry-level physical examination in accordance with NFPA 1582
• Must have a current, valid U.S. Passport and Real ID Driver's License (able to drive manual transmission).
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. SECRET Security Clearance prior to deployment.
• Must be able to pass employment and deployment qualification requirements including psychological, medical, dental, drug testing and background checks.

Experience:

• Shall have five years of firefighting, fire prevention experience and managing a team which responds to all types of emergencies.

Skills:

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Fluent in English with good verbal, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
• Able and willing to work periods of long hours to meet mission requirements
• Military experience in a contingency environment and knowledge and experience working with government contracts preferred.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.