Amentum, a global leader in designing, engineering, and modernizing critical systems and programs of national importance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and the environment, is seeking a Fire Chief for a pending contract award.

POSITION SUMMARY

Establish and implement the overall functions of the Fire and Emergency Services (FES) program to include HazMat/ Defensive, Structural Fire Response, ARFF Response, Confined Space, Trench Rescue, Vehicle Extraction and Emergency Medical Services in compliance with established departmental policies and government regulations and directives. Interpret and make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, directives and policies.

Other duties include:

• Ensure responses to alarms and conduct of operations are accomplished with maximum safety and professionalism.
• Ensure efficient and effective utilization of fire department resources and that facilities are maintained in acceptable operational condition.
• Inspect stations, equipment, alarms, apparatus and personnel for compliance to established standards of the department.
• Oversee required training programs and review for effectiveness
• Observe and review firefighting methods and make recommendations to enhance efficiencies of the department.
• Develop and recommend goals, procedures and work standards.
• Promote policies and procedures related to the work to develop effective work teams.
• Serve as a member of accident investigation committees and interview boards for review and safety recommendation purposes.
• Maintain close coordination with Company, department and customer personnel.
• Prepare administrative and financial reports. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in managing an operation size and scope similar to Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, Africa.
• Must possess the following certifications:
  • IAW DoDI 6055.06 and have all FEMA ICS classes, 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800, and 2200.
• Ability to exercise discretion and make effective decisions.
• Solid communications skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work and lead as a member of a diverse, dynamic team.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Must be able to pass the agility test prior to start of position and yearly thereafter.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must have an Active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Secret Clearance.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred

WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS

This position may be located in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this environment. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk.

OTHER RESPONSIBILTIES

• Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job.

This position is pending contract award for Djibouti, Africa.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.