Ordinance No. 12,222ORDINANCE NO. 12,222
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS, AMENDING CHAPTER 78 "PERSONNEL," ARTICLE IV "POLICE
OFFICER, FIREFIGHTER CLASSIFICATIONS," DIVISION 3
"FIREFIGHTERS' SERVICE GROUP," SUBDIVISION II "NON -CIVIL
SERVICE," SECTION 78 -251 "FIRE CADET," SUBSECTION (E) AND
SECTION 78 -252 "FIRE ACADEMY TRAINEE," SUBSECTION (E); AND
SUBDIVISION III "CIVIL SERVICE" OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES,
BAYTOWN, TEXAS, TO UPDATE THE GENERAL STATEMENT OF
DUTIES, THE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS, EXAMPLES
OF WORK, AND THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EACH CLASSIFICATION IN
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING A REPEALING CLAUSE;
CONTAINING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING FOR THE
EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN,
TEXAS:
Section 1: That Chapter 78 "Personnel," Article IV "Police Officer, Firefighter
Classifications," Division 3 "Firefighters' Service Group," Subdivision II "Non -Civil Service,"
Section 78 -251 "Fire cadet," Subsection (c) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is
hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 78. PERSONNEL
ARTICLE IV. POLICE OFFICER, FIREFIGHTER CLASSIFICATIONS
DIVISION 3. FIREFIGHTERS' SERVICE GROUP
SUBDIVISION II. NON -CIVIL SERVICE
Sec. 78 -251. Fire cadet.
(e) Qualifications. A fire cadet shall meet entrance and future certification requirements of
(i) a firefighter from the Texas Fire Commission and (ii) an emergency medical
technician - paramedic from the state department of health or national registry. A fire
cadet shall possess a valid Texas driver's license. A fire cadet shall meet other
qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq.
Section 2: That Chapter 78 "Personnel," Article IV "Police Officer, Firefighter
Classifications," Division 3 "Firefighters' Service Group," Subdivision II "Non -Civil Service,"
Section 78 -252 "Fire academy trainee," Subsection (e) of the Code of Ordinances, Baytown,
Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 78. PERSONNEL
ARTICLE IV. POLICE OFFICER, FIREFIGHTER CLASSIFICATIONS
DIVISION 3. FIREFIGHTERS' SERVICE GROUP
SUBDIVISION II. NON -CIVIL SERVICE
Sec. 78 -252. Fire academy trainee.
(e) Qualifications. A fire academy trainee shall meet entrance and future certification
requirements of (i) a firefighter from the state fire commission and (ii) an emergency
medical technician- paramedic from the state department of health or national registry. A
fire academy trainee shall possess a valid Texas driver's license. The fire academy trainee
shall meet other qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code §
143.001, et seq., and civil service rules of the city.
Section 3: That Chapter 78 "Personnel," Article IV "Police Officer, Firefighter
Classifications," Division 3 "Firefighters' Service Group," Subdivision III "Civil Service," of the
Code of Ordinances, Baytown, Texas, is hereby amended to read as follows:
CHAPTER 78. PERSONNEL
ARTICLE IV. POLICE OFFICER, FIREFIGHTER CLASSIFICATIONS
DIVISION 3. FIREFIGHTERS' SERVICE GROUP
SUBDIVISION III. CIVIL SERVICE
Sec. 78 -275. Non -tire paramedic
(a) General statement of duties. A non -fire paramedic protects lives by performing advanced
life support by providing patient care and performing any other functions required to
protect and assist the public.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A non -fire paramedic performs manual tasks of a
hazardous nature involving patient care and emergency first aid and/or advanced life
support under the immediate supervision of superior officers. A non -fire paramedic
performs routine maintenance and custodial work on the station and the equipment under
general supervision.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). A non -fire paramedic provides advanced life
support to patients by utilizing emergency medical equipment and protocols. Non -fire
paramedics lift patients and transport patients utilizing motorized equipment.
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(d) Qualifications. A non -fire paramedic shall have the ability to work under stressful
conditions. A non -fire paramedic shall have knowledge of hazardous materials and
emergency medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during employment an
emergency medical technician — paramedic certification. The non -fire paramedic shall
possess a class B Texas driver's license. The non -fire paramedic shall meet other
qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq.,
and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -276. Firefighter.
(a) General statement of duties. A firefighter protects lives and property by extinguishing
fires, performing rescues, conducting emergency first aid and /or advanced life support
and performing any other functions required to protect and assist the public.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A firefighter performs manual tasks of a hazardous
nature involving firefighting, rescue, control of hazardous materials and emergency first
aid and /or advanced life support under the immediate supervision of superior officers. A
firefighter performs routine maintenance and custodial work on the station and the
equipment under general supervision. When assigned, a firefighter performs the duties of
the fire equipment operator.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). A firefighter suppresses fires by stretching fire
hoses, making entry into structures, climbing ladders and applying water. A firefighter
cleans and assists in performing maintenance on equipment, tools, apparatus and
facilities. A firefighter participates in fire prevention /public education activities. A
firefighter operates motorized apparatus for training, maintenance or other occasional
duties. A firefighter provides basic and/or advanced life support utilizing emergency
medical equipment.
(d) Qualifications. A firefighter shall have the ability to work under stressful conditions. A
firefighter shall have knowledge of firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency
medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during employment either (i) an
emergency medical technician - basic certification if hired before January 7, 2013, or (ii)
an emergency medical technician — paramedic certification if hired on or after January 7,
2013. The firefighter shall possess a basic firefighter's certification and a class B Texas
driver's license. The firefighter shall meet other qualifications as established by V.T.C.A.,
Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq., and civil service rules of the city.
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Sec. 78 -277. Fire equipment operator.
(a) General statement of duties. A fire equipment operator provides safe operation of the
apparatus transporting personnel and equipment to emergency and nonemergency
incidents.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A fire equipment operator operates motorized
apparatus, pumps and aerial apparatus and calculates fire flows and friction losses. A fire
equipment operator performs operational surveys of equipment and performs routine
maintenance and custodial work on the station and the equipment under general
supervision. When assigned, a fire equipment operator performs the duties of the
lieutenant.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only) . A fire equipment operator maintains a thorough
knowledge of streets and the features of assigned districts. A fire equipment operator
drives motorized apparatus on routine assignments and emergency responses. A fire
equipment operator establishes and maintains a proper water supply for fire hoses. A fire
equipment operator conducts daily operational evaluations on vehicles, equipment and
facilities. A fire equipment operator assists in firefighting, as required.
(d) Qualifications. A fire equipment operator shall have the ability to work under stressful
conditions, meet time deadlines, and communicate effectively. A fire equipment operator
shall have knowledge of firefighting, hazardous materials, human relations and
emergency medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during employment either
(i) an emergency medical technician - basic certification or (ii) an emergency medical
technician — paramedic certification. A fire equipment operator shall possess a basic
firefighter's certification and a class B Texas driver's license. A fire equipment operator
shall have two years of experience. A fire equipment operator shall meet other
qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq.,
and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -278. Lieutenant.
(a) General statement of duties. A lieutenant coordinates, supervises and directs fire
protection /emergency response related activities as assigned.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A lieutenant commands activities at emergency
incidents. A lieutenant provides input to assist in the preparation of the divisional budget.
A lieutenant directs fire prevention inspections, training, public education and other
activities and directs personnel, as assigned, coordinating work assignments with superior
and peer officers. A lieutenant performs the duties of the battalion chief, when assigned.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). A lieutenant performs firefighting, emergency
medical and other emergency functions. A lieutenant inspects facilities, personnel and
equipment under his control; participates and directs training activities; ensures
compliance with standard operating procedures, regulations and standards; and responds
to emergency incidents. A lieutenant resolves conflicts between members. A lieutenant
makes work assignments and conducts investigations related to fire cause determination.
A lieutenant evaluates the performance of subordinates.
(d) Qualifications. A lieutenant shall have the ability to work under stressful conditions, meet
time deadlines and communicate effectively. A lieutenant shall have knowledge of
firefighting, hazardous materials, instruction techniques, human relations and emergency
medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during employment either (i) an
emergency medical technician - basic certification or (ii) an emergency medical
technician — paramedic certification. A lieutenant shall have a basic firefighter's
certification and shall have a basic fire investigator, fire inspector, peace officer
certification, if responsible for those areas. A lieutenant shall possess a class B Texas
driver's license. A lieutenant shall have four years of experience and shall meet other
qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq.,
and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -279. Non -Fire Paramedic Supervisor
(a) General statement of duties. A non -fire paramedic supervisor shall have the ability to
work under stressful conditions, meet time deadlines and communicate effectively. A
non -fire paramedic supervisor shall have knowledge of hazardous materials, instruction
techniques, human relations and emergency medical procedures and shall maintain at all
times during employment an emergency medical technician — paramedic certification. A
non -fire paramedic supervisor shall possess a class B Texas driver's license. A non -fire
paramedic supervisor shall have six years of experience and shall meet other
qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq.,
and civil service rules of the city.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A non -fire paramedic supervisor performs manual
tasks of a hazardous nature involving patient care and emergency first aid and /or
advanced life support under the immediate supervision of superior officers. A non -fire
paramedic supervisor shall supervise other paramedics at medical scenes and ensure
proper medical protocols are followed. Non -fire paramedic supervisors shall review
medical reports for their assigned shifts for quality assurance.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). A non -fire paramedic supervisor provides advanced
life support to patients by utilizing emergency medical equipment and protocols. Non -fire
paramedic supervisors lift patients and transport patients utilizing motorized equipment.
(d) Qualifications. A non -fire paramedic supervisor shall have the ability to work under
stressful conditions. A non -fire paramedic supervisor shall have knowledge of hazardous
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materials and emergency medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during
employment an emergency medical technician — paramedic certification. The non -fire
paramedic supervisor shall possess a class B Texas driver's license. The non -fire
paramedic supervisor shall meet other qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local
Government Code § 143.001, et seq., and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -280. Battalion chief.
(a) General statement of duties. A battalion chief coordinates, supervises and directs fire
protection/emergency response related activities in an assigned division.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. A battalion chief commands activities at emergency
incidents; assists in the preparation of the divisional budget; and directs fire prevention
inspections, training, public education and other activities as required. As assigned, a
battalion chief directs personnel within a division.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). A battalion chief inspects facilities, personnel and
equipment under his control; develops, participates and directs training activities; ensures
compliance with standard operating procedures, regulations and standards; and responds
to emergency incidents. A battalion chief evaluates the performance of subordinates.
(d) Qualifications. A battalion chief shall have the ability to work under stressful conditions,
meet time deadlines and communicate effectively. A battalion chief shall have knowledge
of firefighting, hazardous materials, instruction techniques, human relations and
emergency medical procedures and shall maintain at all times during employment either
(i) an emergency medical technician — basic certification or (ii) an emergency medical
technician — paramedic certification. A battalion chief shall possess a basic firefighter's
certification; a basic fire instructor's certification; a basic fire investigator, fire inspector,
peace officer certification, paramedic certification, if responsible for those areas; and a
class B Texas driver's license. A battalion chief shall have six years of experience and
shall meet other qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code
§ 143.001, et seq., and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -281. EMS Coordinator
(a) General statement of duties. An EMS coordinator assists the fire chief with the
management of personnel, facilities and equipment and assumes the fire chiefs
administrative duties in the fire chiefs absence.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. An EMS coordinator is responsible for the planning,
control and general supervision of the activities of all medical and related personnel
within an assigned division in meeting the emergency first aid and /or advanced life
support or other emergency needs of the citizens and visitors in the response areas. An
EMS coordinator gives major attention to scheduling and deploying of resources to meet
needs and does related work as required.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). An EMS Coordinator establishes work schedules for
subordinates to comply with applicable regulations. An EMS Coordinator responds to
emergency incidents and assumes command if necessary and develops programs to
educate the public in medical safety. An EMS Coordinator coordinates the inspection and
repair of fire department facilities and equipment and prepares the divisional budget and
assists in the development of the departmental budget. An EMS Coordinator evaluates
the performance of subordinates.
(d) Qualifications. An EMS Coordinator shall have knowledge of emergency medical
procedures, equipment, ordinances, laws, codes and standards, rules and regulations,
human relations, hazardous materials and chemistry. An EMS coordinator shall have the
ability to communicate effectively, to handle stressful situations, to analyze data and to
establish priorities. An EMS coordinator shall possess a paramedic certification and a
class B Texas driver's license; and shall meet other qualifications as established by
V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et seq., and civil service rules of the city.
Sec. 78 -282. Assistant fire chief.
(a) General statement of duties. An assistant fire chief assists the fire chief with the
management of personnel, facilities and equipment and assumes the fire chief's
administrative duties in the fire chiefs absence.
(b) Distinguishing features of the class. An assistant fire chief is responsible for the planning,
control and general supervision of the activities of all fire and related personnel within an
assigned division in meeting the fire prevention, investigation, inspection, suppression or
other emergency needs of the citizens and visitors in the response areas. An assistant fire
chief gives major attention to scheduling and deploying of resources to meet needs and
does related work as required.
(c) Examples of work (illustrative only). An assistant fire chief establishes work schedules
for subordinates to comply with applicable regulations. An assistant fire chief responds to
emergency incidents and assumes command if necessary, supervises the inspection of
establishments to ensure compliance with fire regulations and develops programs to
educate the public in fire safety. An assistant fire chief coordinates the inspection and
repair of fire department facilities and equipment and prepares the divisional budget and
assists in the development of the departmental budget. An assistant fire chief evaluates
the performance of subordinates.
(d) Qualifications. An assistant fire chief shall have knowledge of firefighting, emergency
medical procedures, equipment, ordinances, laws, codes and standards, rules and
regulations, human relations, hazardous materials and chemistry. An assistant fire chief
shall have the ability to communicate effectively, to handle stressful situations, to analyze
data and to establish priorities. An assistant fire chief shall possess a basic firefighter
certification; a basic fire investigator, fire inspector, peace officer certification, paramedic
certification if responsible for those areas; a class B Texas driver's license; and shall meet
other qualifications as established by V.T.C.A., Local Government Code § 143.001, et
seq., and civil service rules of the city. An assistant chief shall also be required to
maintain at all times during employment with the city either (i) an emergency medical
technician - basic certification or (ii) an emergency medical technician - paramedic
certification.
Section 4: All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the terms of this
ordinance are hereby repealed; provided, however, that such repeal shall be only to the extent of
such inconsistency and in all other respects this ordinance shall be cumulative of other
ordinances regulating and governing the subject matter covered by this ordinance.
Section 5: If any provision, section, exception, subsection, paragraph, sentence,
clause or phrase of this ordinance or the application of same to any person or the set of
circumstances, shall for any reason be held unconstitutional, void or invalid, such invalidity shall
not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this ordinance or their application to other
persons or sets of circumstances and to this end all provisions of this ordinance are declared to be
severable.
Section 6: This ordinance shall take effect immediately from and after its passage by
the City Council.
INTRODUCED, READ, and PASSED by the affirmative /V1111 e City Council of the
City of Baytown, this the 28" day of March, 2013.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
elMACIO RAMIREZ, SR., Yy Attorney
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