REPORTS TO

 

Bexar County ESD No. 5 Board of Commissioners

 

POSITIONS SUPERVISED

 

Either directly or indirectly responsible for all personnel under the Fire Department (Operating Dept.) of BCESD 5.

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

 

The position is appointed by and reports to the Board of Commissioners of Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 5.  The Fire Chief plans, directs, and coordinates activities of the Fire Department, including fire prevention and suppression, first responder services, emergency management, and hazardous material mitigation by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.  Coordinates possible grants with General Manager and applicable parties. 

 

The Fire Chief performs a variety of technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, directing and implementing fire prevention, suppression, and emergency medical services to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by fire and emergency medical conditions. The Fire Chief provides leadership and direction for all BCESD 5 members. The Fire Chief is responsible for attending regularly scheduled, special, and emergency meetings of BCESD 5 Board of Commissioners as well as other meetings associated with county, state and federal organizations.

 

Must be willing to adopt and exhibit the Vision Statement, Mission Statement, and Core Values identified by BCESD No. 5.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (Examples of specific work performed)

 

• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned by the Board of Commissioners
• Plan, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate Fire and First-Responder operations
• Establish policies and procedures for Fire and First-Responder operations
• Plan and implement Fire and First-Responder operations for the District to better carry out policies and goals
• Review BCESD 5 performance and effectiveness
• Formulate programs or policies to alleviate deficiencies
• Supervise and coordinate the preparation and presentation of an annual budget for Fire and First-Responder operations
• Direct the implementation of the BCESD 5 budgets

 

• Plan for and review specifications for new or replaced equipment.
• Handle grievances, maintain Departmental discipline, conduct, and general behavior of assigned personnel
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to the BCESD 5 Board of Commissioners Fire regarding the BCESD 5 activities and prepares a variety of other reports as appropriate, including the annual report of activities as well as yearly inventory
• Plan BCESD 5 operations with respect to equipment, apparatus, and personnel, and supervise the implementation of such plans
• Assign personnel and equipment to such duties and uses as the service requires; evaluate the need for, and recommend the purchase of new equipment and supplies
• Meet with elected or appointed officials, other Fire/EMS officials, community and business representatives and the public as necessary to further the progression of service to the community and district
• Represent the BCESD 5 in a variety of local, county, state and other meetings
• Direct activities at the scene of major emergencies that may grow beyond the scope of the Battalion Chief or current Incident Commander, as required
• Controls the expenditure of departmental appropriations
• Assures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget
• Performs cost control activities
• Monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control
• Coordinates with General Manager to prepare annual budget requests
• Assures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

(The following listed conditions is not intended to be all-inclusive; however, they are the most common conditions associated with the job duties listed in this document)

 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working conditions are primarily in a fire station environment and routinely include exposure to physically and mentally stressful situations as well as extreme temperatures, contaminated atmospheres, adverse weather,

confined areas, and similar conditions related to the primary responsibilities of this position.

 

 

 

 

 

CONTACT WITH OTHERS  

 

Frequent contact with other employees and the general public will be required and expected in the performance of these essential job duties.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

Must be able to read and write English. Must possess knowledge of firefighting methods; fire hydrants, building construction, basic electrical knowledge; hazardous material control, sprinkler and standpipe systems; skill to operate fire department vehicles and apparatus; ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations; strength to do prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions; ability to cooperate with other workers, to accept lines of authority and to maintain courteous relationships with the public; aptitude for performing mechanical work; must have the ability to learn a wide variety of firefighting duties and methods within a reasonable time.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

 

• Associate’s Degree in fire science required, Bachelor’s degree in fire science, emergency management or related field preferred
• Minimum of ten years of related experience, including five years in an upper-level fire department management position (Lieutenant/Captain or equivalent and above)

 

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

 

• TCFP Advanced Structure Firefighter
• Fire Officer II
• Fire Instructor II
• Fire Inspector I
• Basic EMT required, Advanced EMT or Paramedic preferred
• Must receive within one year of employment Head of a Suppression Fire Department certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection
• Must hold valid “Class A" or "Class B Exempt" Texas driver license
• Must have or obtain Texas Department of State Health Services
  1. Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B)
• Must have or obtain NIMS IS–100, IS-200, IS-300, IS-400, IS-700, and IS-800 courses within 45 days of appointment
• Must be willing to maintain required TCFP and TDSHS certifications as a condition of continued full-time employment
• Any other training as required by BCESD No. 5

 

PREFERRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

 

• TCFP Fire Inspector II & III
• TCFP Fire Instructor III
• TCFP Fire Officer III & IV
• Chief Fire Officer
• TEEX FSCEO
• NFA EFO

Join Our Leadership Team & Serve the Community!

Bexar County Emergency Services District 5 (ESD 5) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Fire Chief to lead our fire department. We operate out of four fire stations on the southwest side of Bexar County covering approximately 130 square miles, serving unincorporated areas and responding to 4,300 emergency calls annually. Our team consists of 35 paid firefighters, 18 paid officers.

 

POSITION OVERVIEW

As Fire Chief, you will oversee all fire department operations, including emergency response, personnel management, budgeting, and community relations. This is a leadership role requiring strategic decision-making and operational expertise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and manage fire suppression, emergency response, and safety programs Supervise, train, and support career and volunteer firefighters and officers Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and administrative duties

Engage with the community and local agencies to promote fire safety Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal fire safety regulations

 

BENEFITS

Employee Health Ins. (Medical, Dental, Vision) 100% Funded

Family Health Ins. (Medical, Dental, Vision) 50% Funded

TCDRS Retirement 7%, 2:1 Match

No Social Security Tax Payroll Deductions

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)