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NOW HIRING

C I T Y O F G A R D E N C I T Y

F I R E C H I E F

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COMMUNITY

Garden City, located 75 miles east of the Colorado state line and 200 miles west of Wichita, KS, is the regional hub of western Kansas and the county seat of Finney County. The community is home to several financial institutions, medical facilities, churches, and retail shopping areas.

With 40 languages spoken in the local school system, Garden City’s diverse culture makes it a unique place to live, work and play. Garden City is home to Lee Richardson Zoo, the largest zoological park in western Kansas. It is also home to two regulation golf courses, a nationally recognized community college, Garden Rapids at the Big Pool, and several parks. A number of special public events are held in Garden City throughout the year.

The opportunity to learn and the art of learning are central philosophies for our educational system. Private and public schools include 16 elementary schools, two middle schools, two fifth and sixth grade centers, a high school and a community college that offers diverse learning opportunities to all age and interest levels.  The community passed a $97.5 million bond issue and opened a new state-of-the-art high school in August 2012.

Agribusiness has long been the base of our economy and supports a multitude of related industries that have a worldwide impact.  Because of the tremendous volume and wealth of agribusiness, manufacturers and

marketers locate to the Garden City area to better serve this broad consumer base.  Industries in and around Garden City offer products and support services such as water well technology, systematic irrigation, box fabrication, metal casting and fabrication, extrusion of plastics and many more.  The Garden City area is also rich in natural resources and welcomes both traditional and renewable energy production.  Economic diversity is key and a high quality of life abounds in Garden City as we serve the extended region with retail, services, education, and healthcare.

St. Catherine Hospital is the regional health center for the southwest Kansas region.  This hospital, complete with the latest in medical technology and equipment, has 24-hour emergency services, a Level II Newborn Intensive Care Unit, a Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, a Cancer Treatment Center, a Multi-Specialty clinic, an Ambulatory Surgical Center, along with Telemedicine facilities.  It serves as headquarters for more than 50 physicians and 600 employees.

In 2017, voters approved a quarter cent sales tax that funded a roadway improvement, improvements to Lee Richardson Zoo, a gun range, and a third fire station. The new station is planned to be open and fully staffed in 2025. This is a joint project between the City and County which will house parts of the Garden City Fire

Department and Finney County EMS.

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Incorporated 31,293 Population 10.99 sq miles Area

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Median Age 2.88

Average Household Size 40

Languages spoken in

school district

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GOVERNMENT

The City operates under a Commission-Manager form of government with the five member City Commission elected to overlapping four-year terms of office. An election for City Commissioners is held every odd-numbered year. The Mayor is elected to a one-year term by the Commissioners.

The City Manager is appointed by the City Commission and is charged with the efficient and effective administration of the City.

OVERSIGHT

The Garden City Fire Department is responsible for fire prevention, code enforcement, fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous material response, airport rescue and firefighting, vehicle extraction, fire investigations, assisting Finney County Emergency Medical Services, providing mutual aid for neighboring fire departments, and department

administrative services.

The Fire department provides full service to the City of Garden City and Finney County through two locations: Central Fire Station and Labrador Fire Station. Service to the Garden City Regional Airport (GCRA) is provided at the GCRA Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Station.

ORGANIZATIONAL STUDY

The City of Garden City recently hired the professional consulting firm McGrath Consulting Group to perform a full- scale organizational study of the Garden City Fire Department.

The results of the study will be used to provide guidance for future planning, growth, and operations. The study is complete and a final report will be presented to the Governing Body on November 2, 2021. Following the Governing Body’s approval, the report will be made public, and candidates will have the

opportunity to review it before the first round of phone interviews.

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DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fire Chief provides administrative direction and leadership for all Fire Department functions, operation, and personnel through the supervision of staff and a review of their activities. The Fire Chief is responsible for working with City Officials in

recommending and developing projects, policies, procedures, and guidelines for the protection of life and property in the City, in addition to planning for the future development of the department.

Analyzes fire service needs, evaluates the department’s ability to fulfill those needs, and develops plans to ensure that the

department can meet those needs in the future.

Reviews the general operation of the department to determine efficiency; implements procedures that promote efficiency and ensures that they are followed.

Plan, directs, and controls department purchases and maintenance of equipment/vehicles/supplies.

Plans, organizes, coordinates, prepares, administers, and monitors the department budget.

Oversees the recruitment, training, and professional development of personnel. Promotes high morale.

Ensures that the department has a positive, visible relationship with the community.

Develops educational programs and materials related to fire/life safety and prevention. Ensures staff is trained appropriately to deliver the programs and materials to the general public through schools and community organizations.

Evaluates new ways in which the department can serve the community and develops plans to expand into that role.

Oversees the investigation of the fire scene to determine origin and cause.

Oversees the inspection of structures and equipment of structures to ensure code compliance and life safety.

Performs contracted duties as Finney County Fire Chief.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have skills in leadership, professional development, and discipline. Must be proficient in key administrative tasks, including planning, coordinating, and evaluating a variety of department work activities. The candidate will be a strong communicator, capable of respectably representing the GCFD when talking with City employees, other government agencies, the City Commission, and the general public. Technical skills include modern municipal fire administration theory and practices, knowledge of firefighting principles, procedures, codes, and ordinances, the ability to command and control major incidents as directed by NIMS, and preferably experience in EMS. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and be a graduate of the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program, or be able to pursue and finish those programs upon being hired. At least seven years of experience in a supervisory firefighting position with a considerable responsibility with Fire

Administrative and command staff is preferred.

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COMPENSATION

The City of Garden City offers a competitive benefits package.

Salary range: $43.79 - $55.56/hour ($91,083.20 - 115,564.80) DOQ.

The City provides a full family medical package through Blue Cross Blue Shield that includes medical, prescription and dental insurance. All employees pay a share of insurance premiums (wellness rates) through payroll deduction. Presently, that share will vary based on the contribution tier.

HEALTH INSURANCE

The benefits you will receive from Grow Well include a yearly health risk assessment, an individualized review of your

assessment results with a registered nurse, access to the Grow Well Clinic, coaching for improved lifestyle management, lab rechecks and onsite wellness training if applicable.

GROW WELL CLINIC & WELLNESS PROGRAM

The City participates in the Kansas Police and Fire Retirement Program (KP&F).  

RETIREMENT

The City offers deferred compensation programs to all employees on a voluntary basis for additional retirement savings. 

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

The City provides life insurance plans through Advance and KPERS. Additional coverage may be purchased through KPERS.

LIFE INSURANCE

10 holidays are granted annually. 

HOLIDAYS

Vacation leave is accrued at the rate off 12 days per year for 0-5 years, 16 days per year for 6-10 years, 18 days per year for 11-15 years and 22 days per year for 16+ years. Personal leave of 2 days per year, with 3 personal days allotted after 5 years of service. Sick leave is also an available benefit.

LEAVE

The City is committed to providing employees with exceptional training opportunities including regular

attendance at State and National professional conferences within their relevant disciplines.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Flexible Spending, Educational Reimbursement, Employee Recognition Plan, hearing aid purchase program, and Computer/Exercise Equipment Purchase programs are all offered as well, depending on time with the City.

OTHER PROGRAMS

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HOW TO APPLY

Qualified individuals should submit a City application, cover letter, resume, and three work-related references online on the City's website at www.garden-city.org/jobs.

For any questions or inquiries regarding this position, please contact:

Human Resources City of Garden City Phone: 620.276.1175

Email: human.resources@gardencityks.us

The position will be open until filled. The application process will consist of a group of finalists to participate in an assessment center to identify the top candidate and to offer finalists an opportunity to fully evaluate the community so that they can better assess the professional and personal opportunity.

The City of Garden City is proud to be an EEO employer.

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