The City of Rogers Arkansas - Fire Command Staff

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Mission Statement

Command Staff

Command staff is comprised of members who have the rank of Battalion Chief and above. These officers are responsible for providing direction, oversight, and control of the entire fire department organization, including ambulance operations. In addition, the fire department also provides significant oversight and coordination for the city's disaster and emergency operations functions.

The Command Staff of the fire department is comprised of:

Chief of Department:                      Tom Jenkins
Deputy Fire Chief:                           Bryan Hinds
Battalion Chief - Fire Prevention:       Travis Hollis
Battalion Chief - A Platoon:              Eddie Thompson
Battalion Chief - B Platoon:              Cliff Thompson
Battalion Chief - C Platoon:              David Whitlow

The normal duties and responsibilities of the Fire Chief and Command Staff include:

Reporting of incidents, emergency medical data collection, and record management
Annual budgeting and purchase control
Labor relations, personnel management and supervision, employee evaluation and discipline
Training and travel approval
Customer service, press and media releases, and community interaction
Command and control of major incidents
Health and wellness program administration
Operating policies and procedures
Ambulance program administration
Strategic planning