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Job Family
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Job Code
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Job Exempt
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Fire Accreditation Manager
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Seiu_Professional
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FACMGR
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Pay Grade
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Pay Rate Type
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Minimum
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Midpoint
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Maximum
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S11
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Salary
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$31.26
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$41.42
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$51.58
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JOB DESCRIPTION
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Performs professional work managing the Fire Department’s efforts to maintain National Accreditation status. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating accreditation activities, conducting internal audits to promote best practices, preparing accreditation reports, and working closely with department staff to implement policies and procedures that meet accreditation requirements. This role provides support and recommendations to the Senior Staff. Work is performed independently under the supervision of the Executive Deputy Chief and is reviewed through reports and results achieved. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Fire Science, Emergency Management, Business Administration, or a related field with four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative and managerial work experience in Fire services accreditation; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Florida Driver’s License is required. Background check and polygraph required. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications in: - Center for Public Excellence Certification
- CFAI Peer Assessor
- CASS accreditation and/or ISO compliance
Previous experience as an Accreditation Manager
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive Knowledge of the accreditation, CFAI standards, CPSE, and ISO criteria and best practices, and processes.
Knowledge of modern fire service practices, laws, and ordinances.
Knowledge of the fire department principles, practices, and organizational structure.
Excellent organizational skills for the management of time-sensitive standards, proofs, and filing.
Skilled in the use of accreditation software, databases, and Microsoft Suites.
Skilled in record-keeping and proof maintenance procedures.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze complex data, prepare reports, and make recommendations based on best practices.
Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to manage multiple priorities to ensure that deadlines are met.
Ability to maintain sound judgment and maintain confidentiality regarding critical and sensitive information, records, and reports.
Ability to speak in public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and work with diverse groups.
Ability to drive a motor vehicle safely and adhere to driving safety laws.
Work Performed:
Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Oversees and administers the strategic planning, Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), and Insurance Services Office (ISO) compliance activities.
Coordinates accreditation projects as assigned by the Fire Chief or the Command Staff.
Attends and participates in accreditation meetings and serves on accreditation-related committees.
Reviews and implements amended and /or new accreditation standards and determines how to integrate policy into organizational structures to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
Coordinates and tracks the department’s performance measures, maintains accurate records and documentation required for accreditation, including policy manuals, training records, and compliance reports.
Provide training and education to departmental staff on accreditation standards, policies, and procedures.
Stay informed about changes in accreditation standards, regulations, and best practices in law enforcement.
Services as a key liaison between the organization and external stakeholders, including senior staff and community groups.
Responds to requests for information from other entities and the public.
Performs other duties as may be assigned
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