Battalion Chief, Air Rescue Firefighting (ARFF), Aviation Department
The Port Authority of NY & NJ · NY, US
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About the Role
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a motivated experienced fire service leader to serve as Battalion Chief of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) at LaGuardia Airport. This position offers an opportunity to take an active leadership role in a demanding airport environment while contributing to the continued development and improvement of the ARFF organization.
Responsibilities
- Direct ARFF emergency operations and supervise Crew Chiefs and other personnel.
- Work directly with the Deputy Fire Chief to establish operational priorities, implement initiatives, and support organizational objectives.
- Manage daily staffing, personnel assignments, and operational readiness, and act for the Deputy Fire Chief when designated.
- Ensure compliance with applicable FAA Part 139 ARFF requirements, the Airport Certification Manual, and the Airport Emergency Plan.
- Oversee training, personnel qualifications, inspections, equipment readiness, and associated records.
- Identify operational challenges, develop practical solutions, and promote a culture of professionalism and accountability.
- Mentor and develop personnel, establish performance expectations, and promote a culture of professionalism and accountability.
- Assist with personnel management, performance evaluations, administrative responsibilities, and operational budgets.
- Coordinate with Airport Operations, air traffic control, Port Authority Police, mutual aid agencies, and ARFF leadership at other Port Authority airports.
- Respond outside regular work hours when required for emergencies or operational needs.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of paid, full-time fire service experience, including at least five years in aircraft rescue and firefighting and at least three years in a formal fire service supervisory position with responsibility for personnel, operational readiness, and emergency incident command.
- Demonstrated experience in aircraft rescue and firefighting and all-risk emergency operations.
- Thorough knowledge of FAA Part 139 ARFF requirements, airport emergency planning, and applicable fire service standards.
- Experience supervising personnel and commanding emergency incidents using National Incident Management System principles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead personnel, manage operational responsibilities, and implement organizational improvements.
- Experience developing or implementing training programs, emergency plans, or operational procedures.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently manage competing priorities.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding operational environment.
- A valid U.S. driver's license.
Skills
- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF)
- All-risk emergency operations
- FAA Part 139 ARFF requirements
- Airport emergency planning
- Fire service standards
- Personnel supervision
- Emergency incident command
- National Incident Management System (NIMS)
- Leadership
- Operational management
- Organizational improvement
- Training program development
- Emergency plan development
- Operational procedure development
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Independent priority management
- Initiative
- Accountability
- Sound judgment
Location
- LaGuardia Airport
Work Type
- On-site collaboration
- Remote (maximum one day per week)
Experience Level
- Experienced fire service leader
- At least 10 years of paid, full-time fire service experience
- At least five years in aircraft rescue and firefighting
- At least three years in a formal fire service supervisory position
Salary/Compensations
- Minimum: $106,392
- Midpoint: $138,297
- Maximum: $170,222
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement
About the Company
- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.