About the Department

The City of Eustis is seeking a trustworthy, responsible individual who, under direction, performs administrative and supervisory work involving the planning, coordination, and direction of work in the Fire Department. Employee is responsible for assisting the Fire Chief in support of the overall administrative functions of the department and for the distribution of work to subordinates to meet operational demands.

Employee works in accordance with directives received from the Chief; however, is expected to exercise considerable independence and initiative in performance of duties. This employee’s recommendations on subordinate personnel decisions, including hiring and firing, carry particular weight in the decision-making process.

Examples of Machines, Tools, and Equipment Used: Fire equipment and apparatus; emergency fire vehicles; communications equipment; general office and computer equipment.

Supervision Received: Deputy Chief and Fire Chief

Position Duties

Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of departmental goals and objectives, priorities, policies, procedures, and work plans; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures for improving organizational performance, enhancing services, and meeting goals; identifies and resolves problems and/or issues; ensures that goals are achieved;
Participates in the preparation, management, and coordination of the departmental budget; prepares forecasts of necessary funds for staffing, materials, and supplies; presents and justifies programs, operations, and activities; monitors and approves expenditures;
Participates in the selection and recommendation of personnel; provides or coordinates in-service training; identifies and resolves staff deficiencies; supervises and reviews the work of subordinate personnel; enforces departmental rules and makes recommendations on disciplinary matters;
Ensures equal staffing coverage for all shifts; organizes and assigns work to subordinates;
Responds to fire and emergency calls and takes charge/participates in suppression, rescue, first aid, and emergency operations;
Directs and oversees the Health and Safety Program, ensuring compliance with NFPA 1500 and related standards; develops and implements programs for firefighter fitness, behavioral health, and exposure tracking.
Functions as the Incident Safety Officer (ISO) at emergency incidents to ensure firefighter safety, risk management, and accountability; participates in post-incident analysis and corrective action planning.
Manages the daily operational aspects of the Fire Prevention Bureau, including inspections, plan reviews, public education, record keeping, and equipment readiness.
Performs public relations functions between the City and various civic agencies, other fire departments, and the general public; answers and resolves complaints;
Inspects fire headquarters and equipment for safety and cleanliness;
Supervises readiness of all departmental uniforms, equipment, and supplies;
Supervises the maintenance and repair of all equipment, apparatus, and station;
May supervise and perform fire inspection of buildings and premises as required;
Assists in the preparation and management of departmental budget;
Performs research and conducts surveys;
Prepares, collects, organizes, and analyzes data for departmental reports;
Assists with “on call” coverage for after-hours events and incidents;
Attends training sessions and seminars;
In accordance with the City’s Emergency Management Plan, supports the Deputy Fire Chief and Fire Chief in the planning and direction of all departmental activities in preparation for a major emergency, such as a hurricane or other storm or disaster and in planning and managing aftermath activities of such disaster, including inspection, clean up, disaster relief, etc.;
Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Thorough knowledge of current and modern principles, procedures, and techniques of fire administration, suppression, prevention, and inspection; knowledge of first aid principles and procedures; knowledge of: city and departmental rules and regulations, fire prevention laws and ordinances, geography of the city, the operation and maintenance of various types of firefighting apparatus, fire service instructional techniques, and incident command procedures.
Ability to plan and direct work of others; ability to observe situations analytically and objectively, and record them clearly and completely; ability to interpret and enforce departmental rules and regulations; ability to make decisions in accordance with departmental policies; ability to organize and compose detailed written and oral reports; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies; ability to meet and work with the general public and other employees; ability to drive and operate department equipment; physical ability to work long hours, under arduous conditions, and perform fire suppression work; ability to work on-call, as required, including nights, weekends and holidays. Skill in the operation and maintenance of fire equipment and apparatus; skill in fire suppression strategy, tactics, fire service training, and incident command procedures.

Physical Demands:
Continuous light work and occasional heavy work. Requires walking and standing; running, jumping/leaping, climbing, stooping, reaching, bending; lifting 50+ pounds; carrying/pushing/pulling 50+ pounds; good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination; good eyesight, hearing, and speech; driving and operation of assigned equipment. Must be physically able to work in adverse weather conditions for long periods and in hazardous conditions related to firefighting. Must be able to work in protective clothing and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

Fire Officer I
State Certified Live Fire Instructor I
State Certified Fire Instructor I
State Certified Fire Inspector I
State Certified Incident Safety Officer
State Certified Paramedic
Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science or a related field;
Supplemented by eight (8) years progressively responsible fire service experience, to include Line Officer knowledge and/or experience.
A valid Florida Class E Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Health and Safety Officer
Arson Investigator
Inspector II

Working Hours:
Generally, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, employee will be required to work on-call hours as well as respond to all major emergency scenes or hazardous material incidents (which will include nights, weekends, and holidays).

Other Qualifications

Physical Demands:
Continuous light work and occasional heavy work. Requires walking and standing; running, jumping/leaping, climbing, stooping, reaching, bending; lifting 50+ pounds; carrying/pushing/pulling 50+ pounds; good finger/hand dexterity and hand/eye coordination; good eyesight, hearing, and speech; driving and operation of assigned equipment. Must be physically able to work in adverse weather conditions for long periods and in hazardous conditions related to firefighting. Must be able to work in protective clothing and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.

Salary Information:
$81,858.04 per year; EXCELLENT benefits (Note: See Benefits Tab for more information). Only applicants with the most job-related qualifications will be selected for interview and further consideration. Additional consideration may be given to applicants with more extensive education, training, or experience. Following a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history and driver’s license check, the candidate will be given a conditional offer of employment. The final candidate will be required to pass a drug test and medical exam.

Benefits

To: Candidates for Employment with the City of Eustis

The City is Proud to Announce the Following General Employee Benefits:
(Please note: This is a summary only and is not intended to be a complete description of covered benefits. This information does not replace, add to or change the City’s personnel rules or other written policies, regulations, contracts or certificates. If a discrepancy arises, the actual policy, regulation, contract or certificate will prevail in all circumstances.)

Health Insurance:
Florida Blue Plans 05901 and 03559 are available at no cost to the employee. Florida Blue PPO Plan 03769 and HMO Plan 55 are available buy-up plans. Dependent coverage is available on all plans for a monthly premium.

Dental Insurance:
Cigna Dental benefits are available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for a monthly premium.

VisionCare:
Vision benefits are available through National Vision Administrators (NVA) for a modest premium. Dependent coverage is also available.

Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance:
The City provides $20,000 group life insurance and $20,000 accidental death benefits for general city employees. The City provides $50,000 group life and $50,000 accidental death benefits for Department/Division Directors. Employees may purchase supplemental policies through payroll deduction.

Empower 401 Money Purchase Plan:
Funded 6% by City contributions and 4% by employee contributions—must work five (5) years to have a vested interest. Employee contributions are pre-tax. Comprehensive range of investment options is available through Empower.

Empower 457 deferred compensation plan and 457 Roth options are available.

Annual Leave:
Annual leave is earned at the rate of eight (8) hours per month through six (6) years. After seven (7) years, additional accruals per year to a maximum of 188.4 hours (23.55 days) per year.

Sick Leave:
Sick leave is earned at the rate of eight (8) hours per month of employment, not to exceed 96 hours (12 days) per year.

Holidays:
Paid holidays include New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Personal Holiday. Full time employees (except Directors, Deputy Directors or equivalent positions), who are required to work on an approved holiday, receive pay at one and one half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for time worked on that holiday.

Merit Plan/Pay Increases:
Yearly merit increases, when funded, are based on a Performance Evaluation Score.

Funeral Leave:
The City provides for up to 3 days in state and 5 days out of state, upon approval.

Uniforms:
Furnished by the City in certain departments.

Direct Deposit:
Optional but recommended.

Financial Advice:
Free financial advisor available, by appointment.

Tuition Reimbursement:
Approved reimbursement after initial trial period (contingent upon availability of funding).

Other Benefits:

Cemetery & Urn Interment spaces for deceased employees and retired employee with 7 or more years of service
Prepaid LegalShield and ID Theft Protection
Aflac supplemental insurance policies
Flexible Spending Reimbursement Plans for Medical Expenses and/or Childcare
Free Employee Fitness Center

Optional Employer Program:
Section 125 Cafeteria Plan – Supplemental insurance costs may be deducted from pre-tax dollars, at the option of the employee.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a valid Florida Driver's license with an acceptable record?

Are you a Florida State Certificate Paramedic?

Do you have at least an Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science or related field?

Are you a current Florida State Certified Live Fire inspector I?

Are you a Florida State Certified Incident Safety Officer?

How many years of progressively responsible fire service experience do you have?

Are you a current Florida State Certified Live Fire Officer I?

Are you a current Florida State Certified Live Fire Instructor I?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: City of Eustis
Address: 109-A East Orange Ave

Eustis, Florida, 32726
Phone: (352) 483-5472
Website: www.eustis.org

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