Job Details
The Operations Division Chief manages and delivers the highest level of fire protection services available to the
community. The position is responsible for providing leadership, coordination, and direction to the operations division of Berthoud Fire Protection District. The role requires extensive experience in management, leadership, incident command, and fire prevention strategy and tactics in addition to building construction, hazardous materials, and firefighter health and safety. The Operations Division Chief will collaborate with all divisions of the organization to plan, organize, and direct the activities and functions of the District s Operations; will coordinate the District s incident response to ensure consistency among all shifts; and responds to major events and emergencies adopting an appropriate role in the ICS based on the incident type and complexity. In the absence of the Fire Chief, the Operations Division Chief will work closely with the District s Chief of Staff and Training and Support Division Chief to ensure organizational effectiveness. The Operations Division Chief position is an exempt status under FLSA and
is subject to responding to emergencies while on and off duty; and performs related duties as assigned. To view the job description and to apply, please visit:
The Ideal Candidate
Berthoud Fire is on the lookout for a dynamic individual who thrives on challenge and has a gift for
leadership. The ideal candidate will have the experience and expertise to plan, organize, and direct
the District s operations. Communication is essential for success, and the Operations Division Chief
will need to build bridges within the organization and with external partners. Whether it s
coordinating with other emergency services or liaising with community stakeholders, the ideal
candidate will excel at fostering effective working relationships.
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Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements:
Minimum ten (10) years of increasingly responsible fire service experience including three (3) years
of supervisory or administrative experience at a level comparable to that of a Battalion Chief or
above.
Associate s Degree with major coursework in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Administration
or related field from an accredited university; equivalent combinations of education and experience
may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Certifications and Other Requirements:
1st Responder/CPR Basic Life Support (BLS)
State of Colorado, IFSAC, or Equivalency -Hazardous Materials Operations
State of Colorado, IFSAC, or Equivalency - Fire Officer II
State of Colorado, IFSAC, or Equivalency Fire Instructor I
State of Colorado, IFSAC, or Equivalency - Fire Officer III within twenty-four (24) months of hire (Fire
Officer III requires Fire Instructor II)
NIMS ICS 100/200/300/400/700
NWCG S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface and NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland
Fire Behavior within twelve (12) months of hire.
Hazardous Zone Management Blue Card online course upon hire, Blue Card Incident Command
Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
Possess a valid driver s license with a safe driving record.
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