Organizational Structure

Saint Michael's Fire and Rescue is a student-run organization overseen by alumni chief officers. Elected members hold office for one year with voting occurring in the spring of each year. Students have the chance to serve as Captain, First and Second Lieutenant, or Clerk during their time at Saint Michael's College. All other positions are held by alumni of both the college and the department. The membership meets monthly to discuss the status of the organization and vote on major changes to policies and procedures. See below for officer roles and descriptions.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Board of Directors, which is made up of four representatives from the college and six alumni from the Saint Michael’s Fire and Rescue program, meets throughout the year to discuss the current state and the future of the department.

ALUMNI ADVISORY COUNCIL

The AAC provides guidance and exercises certain directives to ensure the execution of the objectives as outlined by the Constitution. The AAC also assists in providing adequate funding and sufficient membership and promoting the longevity of Saint Michael’s College Fire and Rescue Inc. The AAC is made up of Alumni, Charter, and Honorary members.

CHIEF

The Chief is the principle administrative and line officer of Saint Michael’s College Fire and Rescue, Inc., supervising and controlling the business affairs of the Department.

Main duties:
  • Overseeing the day to day operations of the Department and report to and be directly responsible to the Director of Safety and Security.
  • Taking or delegating command of the Department at all incidents or functions involving the Department.
  • Formulating any policy or protocol involving any other emergency service.

ASSISTANT CHIEF

The Assistant Chief position is one of management and guidance. Assistant Chiefs should be available to assist with day to day problems that may arise and to offer suggestions to the student officers on any issue that may come forward. 

Main duties:
  • Overseeing the training functions of their respective unit.    
  • Overseeing the driver training function of his/her unit.

RESCUE CAPTAIN

The Rescue Captain shall oversee the day-to-day operations of the unit.

Main duties:
  • Seeing that all reports and files are maintained in a proper manner and manages any personnel issues and any staffing issues.
  • Approving all requests for stand-by services by the unit.
  • Representing the unit at any VtEMS District #3 function or meeting.

RESCUE FIRST LIEUTENANT

The First Lieutenant shall act as unit training coordinator and in this capacity s/he shall be responsible for the continuance of the first aid expertise of this unit.

Main duties:
  • Scheduling regular training sessions with qualified instructors.      
  • Maintaining personnel training records and aiding in the certification or recertification of members in emergency care as required by the State Emergency Medical Services office.
  • Acting as chair of the unit training committee.    

RESCUE SECOND LIEUTENANT

The Second Lieutenant shall act as the unit's Engineer.

Main duties:
  • Seeing that all apparatus and equipment is in good, clean working order and repair at all times.
  • Procuring and maintaining adequate supplies for the maintenance and operation of the ambulance and station.

FIRE CAPTAIN

The Fire Captain shall oversee the day-to-day operations of the unit.

Main duties:
  • Seeing that all equipment is replaced after all tours of duty and all drills. The day to day operation of the unit is under his/her jurisdiction.
  • Enforcing any and all policies, protocols, or other rules and regulations of both the unit and CCVFC. 

FIRE FIRST LIEUTENANT

The First Lieutenant shall act as training coordinator for the unit and in this capacity shall be responsible for the continuance of firefighting expertise of this unit.

Main duties:
  • Filling out and file drill reports.
  • Scheduling regular training sessions with qualified instructors.
  • Maintaining personnel training records for the unit.
  • Acting as chair of the unit training committee.

FIRE SECOND LIEUTENANT

The Second Lieutenant shall act as the unit's Engineer.

Main duties:
  • Seeing that all fire apparatus of the unit is kept in good working order and repair.
  • Procuring and maintaining the necessary supplies for the care of the apparatus and the station.

FIRE AND RESCUE CLERKS

Main duties:
  • Issuing an agenda for meetings, keeping a record of meetings, and distributing minutes.
  • Keeping and distributing call statistics.

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