SOP Manual - Cleveland Fire Department

Cleveland Fire Department
Operations Manual
Fire Battalion Commander
Reports To: Deputy Fire Chief
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary
Directs and coordinates firefighting and administrative activities of a battalion of fire companies within the
fire department by performing the following duties either personally or through the direction of others.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Determines plan of action of fire companies responding to calls in fire, salvage, and rescue operations.
Enters fire site to coordinate and supervise firefighting activities of companies on-site, and reports events to
supervisor.
Keeps records and makes operational and personnel reports.
Directs rescue and evacuation activities.
Determines need for additional personnel and apparatus to control and extinguish fires.
Determines when fire is extinguished and fire grounds are secure.
Determines cause and origin of fire when possible.
Evaluates operations and practices used in fighting fires.
Performs the duties of firefighter when necessary.
Directs personnel in use of firefighting equipment.
Inspects fire stations, equipment, personnel, and records of assigned companies to ensure efficiency and
enforcement of departmental regulations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages all Captains who manage all Lieutenants and subordinates. They are responsible for the overall
direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in
accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing,
hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding
and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Effective: June 1, 1997 Revised: 5/14/2009 Page | 28
Approved by: Chief Chuck Atchley