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Approve an ordinance establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of the Austin Fire Department; and repealing Ordinance No. 20240814-009 relating to Fire Department classifications and positions. Funding: Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of the Austin Fire Department.
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Fiscal Note
Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget of the Austin Fire Department.
Prior Council Action:
August 14, 2024 - Council approved and adopted Classification Ordinance 20240814-009 establishing classifications and positions in the classified service of the Austin Fire Department.
For More Information:
Joel G Baker, Fire Chief, 512-974-0131; Ronnelle Paulsen, Assistant Director, 512-974-5315.
Additional Backup Information:
This ordinance repeals Ordinance No. 20240814-009 and establishes authorized strength at 1,303 and the number of positions at each rank of the Austin Fire Department, effective October 1, 2025.
The civil service classifications of the Austin Fire Department and the number of positions in each classification are established as follows:
Assistant Chief |
5 |
Division Chief |
8 |
Battalion Chief |
37 |
Captain |
73 |
Lieutenant |
237 |
Fire Specialist |
232 |
Firefighter |
711 |