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ESSENTIAL FUNCTLONS 1. Administrative activities. ■ Shall ensure that the department meets all requirements set forth by the Federal, State, County, City of Lake Elmo, NFPA and OSHA. This shall include the filing of documents, filing of reports, and complying with standards. ■ Plan, organize and direct the overall operation of the Fire Department. • Prepare the Fire Department annual budget through the collection of data and review of previous expenditures. ■ Research, write, submit and ensure compliance with grants. • Responsible for the development of policy or procedural changes. ■ Ensure the security of administrative files to ensure compliance with data privacy requirements. • Evaluate the effectiveness of services and programs. ■ Assesses concerns of citizens / community. Update and maintain the records of the fire department. ■ Shall attend or ensure that the department is represented at any required city or department meetings and any other association meetings which require department representation. 2. Training • Responsible for the management and administration of the training and certification programs. ■ Responsible for department training programs, establish and maintain minimum training standards. ■ Responsible for the weekly training activities of the department. ■ Maintain training records. • Responsible for coordinating both outside instructors and members attending outside training. 3. Vehicles, Equipment and Facilities • Responsible for purchasing of vehicles and equipment, (contacting vendors, delivery and pickup, writing specifications etc.) ■ Ensure that vehicles and equipment are maintained. Setup scheduled maintenance, service calls, inspection and certifications as needed. Deliver and pickup vehicles and equipment for service. Maintain all required service records. Ensure fire stations are kept in good repair and order repairs as needed. 4. Fire Prevention ■ Responsible for the continued evaluation and development fire prevention program. ■ Responsible for the scheduling and promotion of fire prevention educational programs and events. ■ Present fire prevention programs by addressing groups in the community. Inspections/Investigations • Plan, prioritize, and schedule fire inspection activities. • Review past inspection reports. • Contact owners for approval to conduct inspections. • Conduct annual on -site inspections of structures and property. • Review plans and proposals for all new construction. • Conduct or ensure that proper fire investigations are conducted. • Maintain all records. 2