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Fire Chief
Fire Department
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The City of Roanoke Rapids is seeking an experienced fire service professional to be our next Fire Chief to perform complex managerial and public safety work planning, organizing and directing the emergency and non-emergency activities and staff of the Fire Department.
An employee in this class plans, organizes and manages a variety of departmental activities to include fire suppression, training, public education, emergency medical response, hazardous materials response, emergency management response, and fire prevention in protecting the lives and property of citizens. Work includes establishing a vision of excellence in customer service and emergency response readiness and performing long range planning for programming, facilities, staff, technology and equipment needs. The Chief manages the department staff; prepares and monitors the budget; plans and evaluates work operations; evaluates the need of new equipment, stations and programs; directs the hiring, training and performance management of personnel; and ensures a program of fire prevention, inspections and fire investigations. The employee attends major incident response and may take command at the site; consequently, skills must be maintained in the use of firefighting and fire equipment operation. The employee is subject to hazards associated with firefighting including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as high heat, chemicals and in proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current and working in high places. Employee may be exposed to atmospheric conditions and blood borne pathogens, may be required to wear a respirator, and may be required to work in close quarters. Considerable judgement and expertise is required in directing departmental activities. Work is performed under the general administrative supervision of the City Manager and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning quality and effectiveness of fire and rescue work.
Job Duties:
- Plans, organizes and directs departmental operations and establishes overall departmental policies on fire prevention and suppression and related matters; develops short and long range goals
- Manages staff to assure effective firefighting operations and to maintain sufficient level of preparedness and training; performs the hiring, promotion, discipline and evaluation of department employees; ensures high levels of training, teamwork, motivation and performance
- Analyzes personnel, property and operations of the department; implements action on such information in order to improve departmental operations; regulates and balances workload; reviews work objectives and expectations
- Prepares budget projections of anticipated expenditures and needs; assigns personnel and equipment; evaluates the need for the repair of existing or the purchase of new apparatus and requisitions equipment and supplies; ensures proper maintenance of facilities and equipment; identifies technology needs and ensures efficient utilization
- Participates with City Management and other federal, state and local officials in planning for long range needs for stations, equipment and staffing and in planning for all types of emergency response; coordinates construction of facilities with architects, contractors and others
- Prepares and reviews operations and administrative reports
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships, agreements and protocol for administering contract and mutual aid agreements
- Works with local and state officials in emergency operations planning, emergency medical response coordination, hazard mitigation planning, and related programs; participates with other agencies in various training and security activities
- Ensures the development of new or modification of existing policies, procedures, and/or standards
- Performs or oversees emergency management planning for response, mitigation, and recovery
- May respond to major alarms and calls; may assume command at fire scenes; monitor departmental personnel
- Ensures necessary and accurate records and data are established and maintained for reporting and management decision making
- Provides public speaking engagements to civic groups, schools and other organizations to promote citizen cooperation and understanding fire service programs
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of fire service management, and skill in their application
- Thorough knowledge of modern firefighting, emergency medical response, hazardous materials mitigation, and fire prevention practices and methods
- Thorough knowledge of National Fire Protection Association Codes and references as well as all applicable standards and guides
- Thorough knowledge of the laws and ordinances which pertain to fire prevention and control
- Thorough knowledge of the City's personnel, budgeting and purchasing policies and procedures
- Thorough knowledge of modern and effective management principles and practices including leadership, motivation, communications, retention, team building, discipline and performance coaching/ evaluation
- Knowledge of the types of industrial and commercial operations in the City and the potential fire hazards; knowledge of the hazards common to the various types of construction and the storage of flammable materials and explosives
- Knowledge of the use of technology, equipment and apparatus in the functions managed
- Skill in collaborative conflict resolution, customer service excellence and meeting facilitation
- Ability to perform long range planning for capital needs of the department
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports analyzing departmental operations and to develop and manage a departmental budget
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate the work of staff, and to motivate, communicate, counsel and otherwise establish high morale and productivity
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and react effectively in emergency situations, and to maintain good physical condition
- Ability to speak effectively before a group, to deal tactfully and firmly with the public, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Typical Qualifications:
Education: Graduation from a college or university with a degree in fire science, public administration or related field, advanced courses and seminars in fire administration and management
Experience: A minimum of twelve (12) years of firefighting/ fire prevention experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in administrative or supervisory experience including at least four (4) years in a supervisory/ management role
OR an equivalent combination of education and years of experience
Other requirements: Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license and primary residence is located within a reasonable distance to Roanoke Rapids within the first twelve (12) months of employment
TO APPLY:
Please submit a letter of interest, resume and completed City of Roanoke Rapids fire department application to the City of Roanoke Rapids Human Resources Department.
Position is open until filled; however, first review of resumes will occur no later than September 26, 2025.
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Firefighter Applicant Pool
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The City of Roanoke Rapids is accepting Firefighter applications to establish an eligibility list (applicant pool) from which selections will be made as positions become available.
An employee in this position performs general fire fighting work including but not limited to preparing equipment for responding to fire calls, fighting fires, fire salvage and equipment/ fire vehicle maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be of good character, be in good physical condition and pass a drug test
- Must be high school graduate or hold a GED certificate
- Must have or be able to obtain a North Carolina or Virginia Class B driver's license
- Must have WorkKeys Silver Certificate (or higher) | Contact Halifax Community College for more information (252-536-6393)
- Firefighter experience preferred but not required
Essential Duties and Tasks:
- Provides responses to fires and emergency calls; participates in hazardous material response and prevention programs.
- Responds to alarms and assists in the suppression of fire including rescue, entry, ventilation and salvage work.
- Performs routine maintenance and servicing of equipment including washing and waxing trucks, checking batteries, checking fuel and oil levels, cleaning and drying hoses, inspecting hose and hose connections, etc.
- Participates in continuing education training programs.
- Reports facility maintenance, radio, vehicle and equipment problems to appropriate level of authority.
- Attends in-service classes to maintain current knowledge of fire suppression and emergency medical technology.
- Participate in physical trainings.
Applicants MUST Submit a City of Roanoke Rapids FIRE Application
Applicant Pool Applications Are Accepted Year Round
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Police Officer (Certified)
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate
- Must be able to furnish documentary evidence showing the applicant has met the educational requirement for the criminal justice field of expected employment
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for 1-2 years
- Possession of a valid driver's license with an active and consecutive 3-year satisfactory verifiable driving history
- Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the North Carolina Training & Standards Commission
Essential Duties and Tasks:
- Patrol streets by foot or in police vehicle; examine premises including unoccupied residences and businesses; detect unusual conditions; maintain surveillance and observation of stolen cars, missing persons, suspects; report public safety issues such as dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights or other hazardous conditions
- Respond to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, loud and disruptive behavior; complete calls by assessing true nature of situation and taking applicable measures to resolve situation
- Investigate traffic accidents, issue traffic citations, direct traffic and participate in other emergency operations
- Serve warrants; apprehend and process criminal suspects and transport to magistrate and/or County detention facility
- Prepares records and reports of activity
- Advises the public on laws and ordinances
Position open until filled
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Street Maintenance Worker
Public Works
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An employee in this class must be able to perform a variety of semi-skilled and manual labor tasks related to the maintenance of streets, storm drains, driveways, cemetery, and public buildings and grounds.
Minimum Qualifications:
- must have good communication and customer service skills
- must be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate
- must possess a valid Class C North Carolina Driver's License
Essential Duties and Tasks:
- performs a variety of maintenance tasks such as cutting lawns, painting, use power hand equipment, repairing driveways, replacing storm drainpipe, repairing curb and gutters.
- Work may include performing various horticultural and ground maintenance practices, performing building maintenance tasks and operating some light equipment.
- Responds to public requests and questions with courtesy and tact.
- Operates all equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks such as tractors, hand tools and mowing machines.
Position Open Until Filled
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