A.  Reports to and assumes command of emergency responses.

    B.  Plans, coordinates, and directs the overall activities of the fire department.

    C.  Assigns men to special duties, such as training, fire prevention, and fire inspections.

    D.  Supervises the investigation and determination of fire causes.

    E.  Maintains a good fire prevention program year-round, including inspections and enforcement of local fire prevention ordinances.

    F.  Maintains discipline and promotes the good morale of the fire department.

    G.  Directs and inspects the maintenance and repair of all firefighting equipment.

    H.  Directs the preparation and maintenance of all reports necessary to maintain an efficient fire department.

    I.  Supervises the training of personnel.

    J.  Assists the Vernal City Council and the city manager in the preparation of the annual budget.

    K.  Consults the City Council, County Commission and the city manager regarding major policy determination.

    L.  Keeps inventories of fire fighting equipment and recommends to the city manager needed supplies.

    M.  Initiates mutual aid plans to cover large scale fires when all equipment is being used and added protection is necessary.

    N.  Presides at all meetings of the volunteer fire department and attends public meetings, educating the public in regards to fire prevention programs.

    O.  Prepares and implements procedural and training policies relating to fire suppression and prevention activities of the fire department.

    P.  Is responsible for the general condition an effective operation of the department and the performance of all other duties imposed upon him.

    Q.  Is capable of performing all duties of a volunteer firefighter. (Added during 1993 recodification)