Battalion Chief (Fire District) (County Promotional)
Apply NowCompany: County of San Bernardino, CA
Location: San Bernardino, CA 92404
Description:
Salary: $125,070.40 - $174,312.32 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-44806-01
Department: Fire District
Opening Date: 03/15/2025
Closing Date: 3/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
(Annual salary based on 112 hour pay period per )
This is a closed promotional opportunity open to regular, non-probationary
San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (SBCFD) suppression employees only.
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is recruiting for Battalion Chiefs to perform complex fire service activities and difficult managerial and administrative work at a senior command level. Battalion Chiefs are responsible for a broad range of administrative and technical activities. In addition to commanding fires on-scene, typical activities include coordination of battalion personnel, budgets, and expenditures; managing personnel, discipline, and training; addressing and presenting at County, city, and community meetings; and writing complex reports.
For more information, please refer to the job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel: Travel within and outside the County may be required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to hear in the normal audio range, without correction. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals up to 200 pounds and be able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Vision must be correctable to 20/20. May be required to pass a color perception test.
Response Time: The Battalion Chief is assigned after-hours emergency response duty. During this duty, the Battalion Chief must be physically located within the geographic area of the assigned Battalion.
Other Requirements: Must successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug test and meet the medical recommendations of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 (Standard Medical Requirements for Firefighter). Must be able to perform under high stress situations and work in a variety of environmental conditions. Must maintain valid licensure as a Paramedic or EMT in California throughout employment, along with ICEMA accreditation.
NOTE: The selected individual will be an Exempt Safety employee and may be assigned to any geographic area of the County. Work Schedule may vary according to assignments and response required for emergency situations; may require out-of-county assignments for extended periods of time. Individuals in this classification do not attain regular status and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Minimum Requirements
Must meet the following requirements as of the filing deadline:
Experience: Three (3) years of fire service experience at the rank of Captain. Must be currently employed with the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
--AND--Certification: State Fire Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal and current CA EMT or Paramedic licensure (with ICEMA accreditation).
Desired Qualifications
SBCFD seeks highly qualified candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership abilities and possess excellent written/verbal communication and public relations skills. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a college degree in Fire Science, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field, and Chief Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to participate in the exam process, which will consist of an Assessment Center, to evaluate candidate's knowledge and leadership skills, including problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and professional expertise. Assessments will include:
Written Examination Simulation Exercises Oral Examination
The written examination is scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025. The exam will consist of 50 multiple choice questions that cover the following areas:
Candidates must be successful with a passing score of 80% or higher in the Written Examination in order to be invited to the remaining assessment components (currently expected to be scheduled for the week of April 14, 2025), and must be successful with a passing score of 80% or higher in each component of the assessment/exam process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The top candidates on the eligible list will be invited to participate in the selection interview process.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please to review the Government Jobs , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Fire Management MOU
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
01
San Bernardino County Fire Employment Status: Are you a current San Bernardino County Fire Protection District employee?
02
Rank: Indicate the beginning and end dates you have served in the rank of Captain; clearly differentiate Engineer experience with San Bernardino County Fire Protection District from another agency. Be sure your work history indicates each position held with County Fire, and each position held with other Fire agencies. If none, indicate "N/A".
03
License: Indicate your possession of CA Paramedic or EMT License:
04
Certification: Check which of the following certifications you possess:
05
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
06
**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-44806-01
Department: Fire District
Opening Date: 03/15/2025
Closing Date: 3/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
(Annual salary based on 112 hour pay period per )
This is a closed promotional opportunity open to regular, non-probationary
San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (SBCFD) suppression employees only.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE!
is recruiting for Battalion Chiefs to perform complex fire service activities and difficult managerial and administrative work at a senior command level. Battalion Chiefs are responsible for a broad range of administrative and technical activities. In addition to commanding fires on-scene, typical activities include coordination of battalion personnel, budgets, and expenditures; managing personnel, discipline, and training; addressing and presenting at County, city, and community meetings; and writing complex reports.
For more information, please refer to the job description.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel: Travel within and outside the County may be required. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to hear in the normal audio range, without correction. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals up to 200 pounds and be able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Vision must be correctable to 20/20. May be required to pass a color perception test.
Response Time: The Battalion Chief is assigned after-hours emergency response duty. During this duty, the Battalion Chief must be physically located within the geographic area of the assigned Battalion.
Other Requirements: Must successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug test and meet the medical recommendations of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 (Standard Medical Requirements for Firefighter). Must be able to perform under high stress situations and work in a variety of environmental conditions. Must maintain valid licensure as a Paramedic or EMT in California throughout employment, along with ICEMA accreditation.
NOTE: The selected individual will be an Exempt Safety employee and may be assigned to any geographic area of the County. Work Schedule may vary according to assignments and response required for emergency situations; may require out-of-county assignments for extended periods of time. Individuals in this classification do not attain regular status and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
Minimum Requirements
Must meet the following requirements as of the filing deadline:
Experience: Three (3) years of fire service experience at the rank of Captain. Must be currently employed with the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
--AND--Certification: State Fire Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal and current CA EMT or Paramedic licensure (with ICEMA accreditation).
Desired Qualifications
SBCFD seeks highly qualified candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership abilities and possess excellent written/verbal communication and public relations skills. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a college degree in Fire Science, Public/Business Administration, or closely related field, and Chief Officer Certification issued by the California Office of the State Fire Marshal.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to participate in the exam process, which will consist of an Assessment Center, to evaluate candidate's knowledge and leadership skills, including problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and professional expertise. Assessments will include:
The written examination is scheduled for Monday, April 7, 2025. The exam will consist of 50 multiple choice questions that cover the following areas:
- Ops Directives
- Incident Response Pocket Guide (IRPG)
- Fire Scope Field Operations Guide (FOG)
- Chief Officer Misc. Areas
Candidates must be successful with a passing score of 80% or higher in the Written Examination in order to be invited to the remaining assessment components (currently expected to be scheduled for the week of April 14, 2025), and must be successful with a passing score of 80% or higher in each component of the assessment/exam process in order to be placed on the eligible list. The top candidates on the eligible list will be invited to participate in the selection interview process.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the stated deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please to review the Government Jobs , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process
Fire Management MOU
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
A summary of benefits is provided below. Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
01
San Bernardino County Fire Employment Status: Are you a current San Bernardino County Fire Protection District employee?
- Yes
- No
02
Rank: Indicate the beginning and end dates you have served in the rank of Captain; clearly differentiate Engineer experience with San Bernardino County Fire Protection District from another agency. Be sure your work history indicates each position held with County Fire, and each position held with other Fire agencies. If none, indicate "N/A".
03
License: Indicate your possession of CA Paramedic or EMT License:
- CA Paramedic License
- CA EMT License
- None of the above
04
Certification: Check which of the following certifications you possess:
- California State Fire Officer Certification issued by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (attach a copy to your application)
- ICEMA
- Other
- None of the above
05
Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
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**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
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