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Chain of Command
Director/Fire Chief:
- Appointed by mayor, confirmed by City Council
- College degree required
- Five years administrative experience in public safety required
Deputy Director/Assistant Fire Chief:
- Appointed by mayor, confirmed by City Council
- Five years experience in administration of firefighting, emergency medical personnel, equipment and apparatus required
Division Chief:
Operations Division chief
Rescue Division chief
Emergency Preparedness Division chief
Fire Prevention Division chief
Training Division chief
Administrative Services Division chief
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Appointed by mayor, confirmed by City Council
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At least five years experience in the administration, training or management of fire fighting, emergency medical personnel, fire code enforcement, equipment and apparatus or other commensurate training and experience required
Battalion Chief:
- Appointed by fire chief from among the district chiefs
District Chief:
Captain:
Lieutenant:
Engineer:
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Civil Service exam
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One year service in class of firefighter required to be eligible for promotion to this rank
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Must be free of facial hair that prevents use of breathing apparatus or safety equipment
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Must be a nonuser of tobacco or tobacco products
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State certification as emergency medical technician or Paramedic required
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Valid Florida Class D driver's license with E endorsement required
- Florida Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course certification required
- Pump Operator/Aerial Ladder Certification required
Firefighter:
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State certification as emergency medical technician or Paramedic required
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Valid Florida Class D driver's license with E endorsement required
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Must pass physical ability test and required medical exams prior to and during employment
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Must complete required training courses and exams during probationary period
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Must be a nonuser of tobacco or tobacco products
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Must be free of facial hair or any condition that would prevent the use of breathing apparatus or safety equipment