Fire Chief Commissioner
しょうぼうせいかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Prison Guards and Firefighters
- Minor : Firefighters
Summary
The Fire Chief Commissioner oversees the fire station, directs and manages fire and disaster responses, handles fire brigade operations and training plans, and formulates safety measures. It is a senior civil servant position.
Description
The Fire Chief Commissioner, as the head of the fire station, oversees the entire organization and directs and coordinates during fires and disasters. During normal times, they promote the planning and implementation of disaster prevention plans and training, budget management, strengthening collaboration with related organizations, and disaster prevention awareness activities for residents. In emergencies, they command units with swift judgment to minimize damage. This role requires organizational management skills, legal knowledge, and communication abilities.
Future Outlook
With climate change and the increasing frequency of large-scale disasters, the importance of disaster prevention and crisis management is growing, so demand for Fire Chief Commissioners skilled in organizational operations and new technologies is expected to remain stable. Additionally, ICT utilization and strengthened collaboration with community disaster prevention are future challenges.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Cooperative / Has leadership qualities / Strong sense of responsibility / Superior judgment skills
Work Style
Government service / Overnight duty / Shift work / Transfer possible
Career Path
Firefighter → Fire Dispatch Chief → Fire Commander → Fire Commissioner → Fire Chief Commissioner → Fire Bureau Chief → Disaster Prevention Director
Required Skills
Budget Management / Coordination with Related Agencies / Crisis Management / Disaster Prevention Plan Development / Instructional Techniques / Leadership / Legal Knowledge / Unit Command and Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Firefighting Techniques / IT System Utilization / Media Handling / Psychological First Aid
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To flexibly respond to the ever-changing on-site situations. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for collaboration with subordinates, related organizations, and residents. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Ability to lead the site and organization and issue precise instructions is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for formulating disaster prevention plans and allocating resources during emergencies and normal times. |
| Problem Solving | Quick and appropriate decision-making is required in fire and disaster responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to remain calm and continue acting under high-pressure situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To unite the brigade and collaborate with other departments in operations. |
Related Qualifications
- Fire Prevention Manager
- Fire Protection Equipment Technician
- Fire Service Officer Recruitment Exam
- Hazardous Materials Handler
Aliases
- Fire Station Chief
Related Jobs
- Fire Commander
- Fire Commissioner
- Firefighter