Oversees the daily operations of the fire department. Supervises, coordinates, and participates in firefighting, rescue, and hazardous materials incident response. Supervises subordinate personnel through the chain of command. Supervisory duties include instructing, assigning, reviewing, and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; and recommending and implementing employee discipline. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; offers guidance and assistance as needed.

Participates in training, schedules ongoing training for staff, and conducts training programs. Inspects personnel, apparatus, equipment, and stations for compliance with established SOGs and standards of safety. Assumes command of fire calls and the department in the absence of a superior officer. Responds to fire alarms; may assume Incident Command or other command roles. Responds to emergency incidents and coordinates the response of other departments and agencies.

Determines the nature and extent of fires, condition of building, danger to adjacent buildings and source of water supply; may make decisions regarding fire suppression methods to be used; directs firefighting work until relieved by superior officer. Ensures departmental policies and procedures are followed. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Performs Fire Marshal duties. Assists with managing the department's budget. Performs special projects and other related duties as required.