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Councilman
Presents the following Ordinance Seconded by Councilman
ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE POSITION
OF BATTALION FIRE CHIEF
BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council in the Borough of Carteret (the
`Borough ") as follows:
A. There is hereby created the position of Battalion Fire Chief of the Borough of
Carteret. Under direction, the Battalion Fire Chief assists in the management and
discipline of the municipal uniformed fire department by supervising a group of fire
companies engaged in providing fire protection for persons and property; does other
related duties.
B. The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular
position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
Conversely, all ,duties performed on the job may not be listed. The Battalion Fire
Chief at fires, takes charge of responding companies, deploys firefighting forces,
orders needed reinforcements, and supervises firefighting activities and the use of
needed apparatus, equipment, and materials. Makes periodic inspections of
firefighting personnel and equipment to ensure efficient performance. Inspects fire
department company headquarters for cleanliness, orderliness, and maintenance of
the building, equipment, and apparatus from the standpoint of serviceability.
Supervises and takes a leading part in fire prevention activities within an assigned
municipal area. Conducts training classes for subordinate fire officers and
firefighters. Speaks before groups of citizens and others on modern fire department
methods, procedures, and practices. Makes and supervises the making of
investigations of violations of fire laws, ordinances, codes, and fire hazards, and
institutes needed action. Makes investigations of fires to determine needed action.
Prepares reports. Supervises the establishment of records and files. Plans, organizes,
and assigns work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and
conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and
disciplining of subordinates. Will he required to learn to utilize various types of
electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency,
office, or related units.
C. The requirements of Battalion Fire Chief are graduation from high school, vocational
high school, vocational high school, or possession of an approved high school
equivalency certificate. Two (2) years of supervisory experience involving the
extinguishing of fires. In accordance with NJAC 5:73- 1.6(b), c & (d), effective
February 17, 2000, applicants for this position must possess a valid Incident
Management Level 1 certification issued by the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety,
Department of Community Affairs.
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D. Applicants must be not less IS nor more than 35 years of age at the announced
closing date for filing applications for the position. In determining maximum age
eligibility of veterans, the time spent in active military service during the periods
specified in civil Service Law and Rules will be deducted from the attained age. Age
requirement does not apply in those jurisdictions whose members are not enrolled in
the Police & Fire Pension System. When an application has reached his /her 35
birthday, (s) he is considered to be over 35 years old. Age limits are based on the
announced closing date for filing Department of Personnel applications.
E. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if
the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform
essential duties of the position. As a prerequisite for appointment, appointees may be
required to pass a thorough medical and psychiatric examination to be administered
by the appointing authority; any psychological, medical, or physical condition or
defect which would prevent efficient performance of the duties of the position, cause
the appointee to be a hazard to himself/ herself or others, or become aggravated as a
result of performance of these duties, will be cause for rejection.
E. Knowledge of laws and ordinances which are significant from the fire prevention
point of view. Knowledge of the proper methods of fighting various types of fires.
Knowledge of the location schools, large buildings, streets and fire alarm boxes in the
municipality. Knowledge of the types of communication available for fire use.
Knowledge of procedures likely to be effective in enlisting the support of citizens and
others in taking fire preventative measures. Ability to analyze and interpret laws,
ordinances, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures and apply them to specific
situations and cases. Ability to supervise the maintenance and repair of fire
department buildings and equipment. Ability to note and initiate action. Ability to
obtain new and improved equipment, materials, and supplies. Ability to remain cool,
decisive, and alert in emergency situations. Ability to supervise the performance of
firefighters at fires and the use of equipment and apparatus. Ability to speak
effectively before large and small groups on subjects relating to fire prevention and
the procedures used in fighting fires. Ability to make investigations of fire hazards
and violations of fire laws and to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative
reports. Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and
information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read,
write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties
of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as
acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are
eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable
accommodation is made to their know limitations. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be
eligible.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED that this ordinance shall be advertised as prescribed by
law.
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7P16NPM on first reading of the Council of the Borough of Carteret, N.J., on February 1, 2001
Adopted on second reading after hearing on
APPROVED BY
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