Vacant , Special Operations Office: Clark Training Center (951) 486-2880 3423 Davis Avenue, Riverside CA 92518

This position is involved in overall planning, programming, organizing and managing the operational aspects of the Special Operations functions of the Riverside County Fire Department.   The Deputy Chief provides supervision and direction for three Division Chiefs and one Forester II. The Deputy Chief coordinates the development of disaster response plans for all cities in the County of Riverside. Coordinates multi-jurisdictional disaster drills. This position is responsible for the delivery and coordination of all mandated, required and discretionary training for State, County and volunteer employees. The Special Operations Deputy Chief also makes recommendations for operational policies for the fire department's emergency responders.

Area of responsibilty include: the Safety Officer who is responsible for the unit’s Health and Safety, Paramedic and  Video Production. Develops automatic response plans for specialized resources with other fire jurisdictions. Is responsible for planning programming and coordination with other governmental agencies, e.g., U. S. Forest Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, Office of Emergency Services, and many other county agencies and departments.