Assistant Fire Chief (Training & Fire Prevention)

Law Enforcement & Security
Qatar 🇶🇦
February 5, 2024

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Job Description

Overview

**This position will be physically located in Qatar in support of LOGCAP**

  • Under supervision of Deputy Fire Chief: Responsible for providing assistance to the designated Fire Chief/Deputy Chief under broad direction manages the administration of the training, safety and fire protection programs within the fire and emergency services department. Develops, implements, and manages the training, plans, organizes, and directs all fire protection activities throughout base camps, facilities, and tents. Services include conducting fire inspections and providing firefighting support devices, such as fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and lighted exit signs. Develops, implements, and manages the fire protection maintenance, inspection, and testing program. All programs are conducted in a manner to ensure compliance with AR 420-1, Army Facilities Management, Chapter 25, Fire and Emergency Services and USG policies, DoDI 6055.06 and Area Support Group-Kuwait policies as well as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards as prescribed by DoD instructions, Army regulations.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

  • Directs a professional team encompassing a range of functions within the discipline.
  • Evaluates staff, comparing objectives and achievements in the assessment.
  • Coaches employees in their professional career development and process improvements.
  • Manages FES Training program and is responsible for the development of the department’s annual training program per DOD instructions.
  • Works with training officers and other department leaders to develop training programs to support fire department statement of work requirements, in accordance with NFPA, Army, and other applicable regulations.
  • Performs detailed needs analysis using response data developing specific training programs to support department operations.
  • Ensures competency of personnel by evaluating effectiveness of training programs and administrating DOD fire fighters certification program.
  • Develops job performance requirements, lesson plans, training schedules, instructional methods, and instructional media and curriculum, and evaluation instruments.
  • Performs fire ground/emergency management functions, Safety Officer or other positions as required.
  • Develops, manages, and oversees the Fire Department safety program in accordance with NFPA 1500.
  • Coordinates training program efforts with shift personnel, Army agencies and local emergency response agencies. Develops contacts and leads for training resources
  • Provides instruction to firefighters, Army personnel or civilians as required.
  • Attends, participates, and plays a leadership role in community events in order to enhance the image of the Fire Department.
  • Maintains a close working relationship with other fire service and rescue agencies to develop mutual aid training to assure effective multiple agency responses to emergencies.
  • Analyzes fire prevention program’s effectiveness, determines trends and problems, and formulates corrective measures.
  • Acts as lead evaluator for DoD Fire inspector certification levels.
  • Performs project and plan reviews to ensure Life Safety Code and Fire protection systems are IAW with ASG policies and guidance and respective UFC criteria.
  • Establishes and maintains a fire extinguisher exchange program for ASG facility fire extinguishers.
  • Conducts Facility Manager, Fire Warden and other fire prevention training as needed to base populace.
  • Work with DPW Engineers as a team to conduct final acceptance inspections on all new construction, sustainment, and renovation projects for compliance of life safety and fire protection devices.
  • Provides policy recommendations to ASG Leadership to maintain fire protection systems, components and provides guidance and professional advice on the overall fire prevention program to ASG and ARCENT Command.
  • Establishes procedures to maintain appropriate documentation on the inspection and testing of wet pipe sprinkler systems in facilities under ASG control.
  • Performs scheduled audits of approved and qualified sub-contractors who provide maintenance of fire protection systems located on ASG installations.
  • Lead and/or participate in emergency exercises as required by the Fire Chief/Deputy Chief and/or ASG Command.
  • Perform quarterly self-audits for compliance of procedures and document for auditing purposes.
  • Develops and maintains documentation of all annual facility fire inspections.
  • Participate in Safety and Health Audits.
  • Works with other ASG agencies to formulate long range strategic goals as they relate to fire prevention and fire protection of personnel, facilities, materials, and equipment.
  • Ensures fire investigations are conducted as required under AR 420-1 specifications. Provides investigation reports to the ASG Fire Marshall and ASG Commander.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Qualifications:  Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
    • An Associate’s or higher degree in fire Science or related fields is preferred.
  • Certifications/Licenses:
    • Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor III, Fire Inspector III, Hazardous Materials Incident Command, Airport Firefighter, Fire Investigator and plan review preferred
    • Ability to obtain host nation driver license.
    • Must be Secret Clearance Eligible and/or able to obtain a Secret Clearance
  • Experience:
    • Approximately five (5) years combined experience in a local authority, civil aviation or military fire service required.
    • Two years at the supervisory level.
    • Must have in-depth knowledge of and experience implementing the NFPA code.
    • Must meet training and certification requirements outlined in DOD 6055.06–M. Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor III, Fire Inspector III, Hazmat Incident Commander, Airport Firefighter. Fire Investigator and Plan Review Preferred. Required to have IFSAC or ProBoard Certification
  • Skills:
    • Knowledge of current national and international trends and developments related to fire service organization, management, and administrative principles required.
    • Knowledge of public and private organizations that support the Fire and Emergency Services and the functions of each.
    • Advanced knowledge of Fire Department training and education programs required. Training: Information Assurance, CPR AED and First Aid, Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and Respiratory
    • Supervisory Skills
    • Directly provides supervision one Fire Inspector, oversight of personnel training performance.
  • Working Conditions:
    • Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, duty, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months).
    • Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Medium work. Exerting up to 50pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
    • Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
    • Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

  • Qualifications:  Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.
    • An Associate’s or higher degree in fire Science or related fields is preferred.
  • Certifications/Licenses:
    • Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor III, Fire Inspector III, Hazardous Materials Incident Command, Airport Firefighter, Fire Investigator and plan review preferred
    • Ability to obtain host nation driver license.
    • Must be Secret Clearance Eligible and/or able to obtain a Secret Clearance
  • Experience:
    • Approximately five (5) years combined experience in a local authority, civil aviation or military fire service required.
    • Two years at the supervisory level.
    • Must have in-depth knowledge of and experience implementing the NFPA code.
    • Must meet training and certification requirements outlined in DOD 6055.06–M. Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor III, Fire Inspector III, Hazmat Incident Commander, Airport Firefighter. Fire Investigator and Plan Review Preferred. Required to have IFSAC or ProBoard Certification
  • Skills:
    • Knowledge of current national and international trends and developments related to fire service organization, management, and administrative principles required.
    • Knowledge of public and private organizations that support the Fire and Emergency Services and the functions of each.
    • Advanced knowledge of Fire Department training and education programs required. Training: Information Assurance, CPR AED and First Aid, Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, and Respiratory
    • Supervisory Skills
    • Directly provides supervision one Fire Inspector, oversight of personnel training performance.
  • Working Conditions:
    • Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, duty, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months).
    • Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Medium work. Exerting up to 50pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
    • Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
    • Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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