Interview Flashcards
What is your leadership style
I believe I have multiple different styles and I like to tailor it to the needs of the individual. I think understanding your crew and getting to know what makes them operate, is key in getting the most out of them. I’d say most of the time I have a democratic/servant leadership style. I like to have the crew come together and make decisions on day-to-day activities and anything else that’s not absolutely necessary to the mission of the fire department. These are things like when to work out, go shopping, do inspections and when they like to schedule training. Sometimes it’s out of our hands, but by letting the crew make these decisions, it creates buy-in and promotes inclusion and team chemistry. On the other hand, I also have times that I use an Authoritarian style. I think you guys may know that I hold myself to high standards and I tend to expect the same out of those around me. I was taught early on in my career to do all the little things to the best of your ability, take care of your equipment and stations and obey the policies. To this day, I maintain that standard, and like I said, I will expect that of my crew. They will also know that in situations that are operational and time sensitive, I won’t be asking for input. Those are times I’ll need to make quick and decisive decisions and I’ll expect them to comply with those orders in those types of situations. Of course, they will know that if they have a question about safety, it’s okay to speak up. But these are situations I hope to cover during training, on low impact calls, and around the coffee table. I also lead by example. Some of my attributes I portray are hard work ethic, positive attitude, and attention to detail. By doing that, I feel it gives me the ability to have an expectation that those that I work with, do the same. For example, I make sure my engine is never under ¾ fuel when I turn it over, I keep it clean, and I write up any issues that I can’t fix on my own. I have those same expectations of my other engineers. Unfortunately, not everyone holds themselves to that same standard and I can occasionally get disappointed. But, by constantly upholding that standard, I can have that expectation of my crew because that is the way I’ve carried myself for my whole career.
What is Servant Leadership
Leader focuses primarily on addressing the needs of their employees and customers.
What is Democratic Leadership
This approach encourages participation and collaboration among team members. The key to being a democratic leader is creating a team culture where individuals feel they are valued and important.
What is Autocratic Leadership
The authoritarian (or autocratic) leadership model requires explicit power over an organization or group. For instance, during the decision-making process, they rarely involve others.
What is Transformational Leadership
This style inspires people through their clear vision. Additionally, they tend to excel in effective communication and focus on instilling purpose in employees and customers alike.
What is Transactional Leadership
Transactional leadership is a results-driven approach that follows a distinct organizational hierarchy.
What is Laissez-Faire Leadership
Laissez-faire, or delegative leadership, is a “hands-off” style that gives individuals freedom and control over their job.
What is Charismatic Leadership
Those who exhibit this dominant style are driven, influential, and determined to see their life mission come to fruition. As skilled orators with a distinct vision, they inspire the mobilization of efforts toward a collective cause.
What is SMART goal
–Specific
–Measurable
–Attainable
–Realistic
–Timely
What is the Mission Statement
“The mission of the Escondido Fire Department is to serve the public and to safeguard the
community from the impact of fire, medical and environmental emergencies through education,
emergency services and enforcement.”
Add to it—-
And to promote a team oriented mindset within the Fire Department and City of Escondido through training, communication and respect.
What are the Core Values
Courage, Honor, Duty, Pride
Courage
We acknowledge that courage goes beyond heading into burning buildings
while others are running out; it is the fortitude to do the right thing, always.
Honor
We believe that serving the community is an honor and we hold ourselves to the
highest standards.
Duty
We understand that our service is our duty to our community and we carry it out in
the finest tradition of the fire service.
Pride
We take pride in our professionalism, whether we are utilizing our extensive
training or offering a simple gesture of comfort to those we serve.
