JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

COORDINATOR OF AIR MASK SERVICES

Chicago Fire Department

Number of Positions: 1

THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CAREER SERVICE UNIFORMED MEMBERS OF THE CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT

Under direction, coordinates and directs the Fire Department’s Division of Breathing Apparatus and the activities of the staff for responsible for ensuring proper storage, maintenance, inspection, distribution and repair of scuba, Oxygen cylinders, bunker gear and equipment related the department’s air banks inventory, performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Directs operation of Breathing Apparatus maintenance and repair services and ensures the proper handling (i.e., storage, inventory, repair, inspection, and distribution) of breathing apparatus and related air bank inventory equipment and related supplies
• Ensures adequate coverage of civilian technicians engaged in the inspection, maintenance and repair of breathing apparatus and equipment
• Establishes and implements Fire Department guidelines for breathing apparatus services
• Represents the department and liaisons with other federal, state, and local entities as the department’s Respiratory Protection Program Administrator in regards to the documentation and administration of the OSHA standard 1910.134
• Oversees the administration of the department’s computerized inventory and requisition database required to monitor and track air bank inventory that is available and ready for use
• Works with the departments of Finance and Procurement to devise equipment specifications and scope of service requirements for breathing apparatus equipment and supply contracts
• Trains and supervises the training of the division’s staff
• Researches, tests and evaluates the effectiveness of breathing supplies and equipment utilized by the unit and recommends the procurement of same
• Develops the Program’s work objectives, quality standards and performance measures, working department managers to monitor program effectiveness
• Adheres to established standards and directs the development and management of breathing apparatus materials program grants, budgets, and administrative functions
• Maintains records and prepare work related reports for management’s review and approval
• Responds to fire and other emergencies as directed

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

Location: Public Safety Headquarters, 3510 S Michigan

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: Varies according to operational needs, including some nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Must be a uniformed member of the Chicago Fire Department with Career Service status and at least ten (10) years working in the Fire Suppression and Rescue Division PLUS Career Service status of Lieutenant or higher.

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required

Fire Service Vehicle Operator (FSVO) Certificate

Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) Management course 1 and 2, through the Office of the State Marshal

NOTE: Candidates must attach the FSVO certification to the job submission at time of application. Failure to attach the FSVO certificate may result in the candidate's rejection from this process.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of meters and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
• Vendor relations or vendor management experience
• Asset management/inventory experience

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago Department of Human Resources

Lori Lightfoot, Mayor Christopher Owen, Commissioner

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 05/18/2023