We have had several changes here at AFD since our last contract ratified in November 2007. First the creation of the Training Lieutenant, then the institution of EMT-I orders with premium pay and now the latest is the new job descriptions for Deputy Fire Marshals. These Memorandums of Agreement and new job descriptions will be available on the Fire-everyone drive in the Local 845 folder and on our site with the contract soon (hopefully by the time you read this).

The changes in the Deputy Fire Marshal positions are a step forward and should allow for some future opportunities so please take the time to read them. There is now MOA and Job description language that will allow for lateral entry into the prevention side and back if desired. There is also a new DFM III job class designed for AIC LT or like certified members who are looking for some new challenges. The first position that will post is DFM- Public Educator which posts next week. The new DFM III position is anticipated to post in about 2 months, we are just starting to negotiate the wage scale now. These postings will be open to internal and external candidates to ensure an adequate pool of applicants with that said internal candidates will have a great advantage as they are known to the department.

 I encourage all of our members to review the new changes and to talk with Fire Marshal Mike Trabue about the positions. He has been absolutely excellent to work with and from the feedback I am getting he is great to work for as well.

Fraternally,

Vice Prez Loftin