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AGENDA ATTACHMENT I <br /> FIRS: MARSHAL <br /> "-:ATURE OF WORK <br /> An empla)ee in this class performs responsible and adminis- <br /> trative work in establishing , coordinating, and directing a fire <br /> cQntr-il program for the County. Work involves creating effective <br /> volunteer fire-fighting companies and conducting an inspection <br /> program. Considerable ]udgment , ini.t.iative , and tact must be <br /> exercised in training and leading volunteers , developing the <br /> overall program, and dealing with the public under emergency <br /> and routine conditions . Work is performed under general <br /> direction and is evaluated in terms of the success and effect7- <br /> iveness o the overall program. <br /> TLLUSTR .T T 'E EXAMPLES OF WORK <br /> -Plans and organizes immediate and long range programs of <br /> fire preve tion and fighting. <br /> Directs the organization , traini.ng;, 'and emergency activities <br /> of volunteer units ; coordinates volunteer units and paad sub- <br /> ordinates . <br /> Obser es performance and confers with individuals and grc.jps <br /> to develop training needs ; inspects volunteer companies to <br /> ensure coTiance with standards . <br /> Confers with governmental officials and community leaders <br /> to give ani receive information pertinent to the fire program. <br /> Prepares and maintains records ; makes reports of depart- <br /> mental. activities . <br /> _ Performs related work as directed. <br /> KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES <br /> Thoro gh knowledge of modern fire-fighting, rescue, and fire <br /> prevention principles , techniques, methods , regulate;mod" <br /> equipment . ' <br />