Crew Commander Gateway Oct 26

Crew Commander Gateway Oct 26 -

Salary: *GBP*42, 892 CC Dev (WDS) rising to CC Comp (WDS) *GBP*44,742. Retained CC salary in line with service and national terms and conditions and level of cover.Basis: Package: Contractual Hours: Region: Job Category: Operations

Job Description:

Supervisory Manager Promotion Gateway:

For entry to Crew Commander Talent Pool (Wholetime Duty System) Internal applicants

For entry to Crew Commander Talent Pool RDS (Retained Duty system) Internal applicants

Salary: CM Dev 42,892 rising to CM Comp 44,742 (WDS)

RDS: In line with service and national payscales and subject to level of cover

Location: Various roles and locations across Bedfordshire

The Service aims to establish a talent pool of high calibre individuals ready for appointment to Crew Commander vacancies expected to arise over the next 6-12 months.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity, join our team to play a vital role striving to deliver on our Mission working together to keep Bedfordshire safe.

The Crew Commander role involves assisting in the supervisory management of the designated Watch/Section, providing leadership for, and assisting in, coordinating the activities of crews and managing the day to use of allocated station resources to ensure effective delivery of protection, prevention and emergency incident response services to the community so as to save and protect life, property and the environment.

You will demonstrate excellent leadership qualities that align with the NFCC Leadership Framework, the Core Code of Ethics, our professional behaviours, and our Service values:

• We are Accountable
• Weve got your Back
• Every Contact counts
• We Dare to be Different.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. They will demonstrate the ability to motivate and empower others, and they will foster an inclusive team environment.

Eligibility

We welcome internal gateway applications from

• Substantive and Competent Firefighters on Wholetime Duty System for entry to CC Talent Pool

• Substantive and Competent Firefighter on the On-Call (RDS) Duty System for entry to CC Talent Pool RDS.

NOTE: Internal applicants must be deemed ready for progression at their last appraisal.

The IFE requirements for entry to the CC Talent Pool include IFE Level 3 Award in Fire Operations (L3C2), Fire Safety (L3C3) and Management & Administration (L3C4).

Whilst candidates are not required to hold relevant IFE papers or ICL1 practical assessment at the point of application, attainment is essential for entry to the Crew Manager talent pool.

Applicants seeking consideration for Retained Duty System positions must be capable of meeting the response time and availability requirements of the particular station and post.

Subject to success at all stages of the gateway process, and achievement of the required IFE examinations, together with a valid Incident Command Level 1, candidates will be able to progress to the talent pool this cycle.

Internal applicants that are successful at the gateway will be eligible for consideration for temporary Crew Commander roles only, if pending any IFE papers or an Incident Command Level 1 Initial accreditation.

Candidates who have a live disciplinary sanction for either Attendance or Conduct at the time of the application closing date will not normally be eligible to engage in the selection process. Candidates pending the outcome of a disciplinary matter will not normally be eligible to enter the talent pool until the outcome is known. (Exceptions may be made in instances where extenuating circumstances apply).

To Apply:

Applicants should access the Current Vacancies site via the Employee Self Service ESS portal on the BFRS intranet Sharepoint site.

Applicants will need to complete an application form, which includes a supporting statement. This will enable you to demonstrate how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the essential criteria listed in the Essential Criteria/Person Specification.

Applicants will also need to obtain line manager validation on their application by the closing date. They should share a copy of their submitted application form with their line manager via email. In turn, the Station Commander will complete a validation form and share this with the applicant on their submission to ensure transparency. (A copy of the validation form is available on Sharepoi