A. Assistant Chief: In the absence of the Chief, the Assistant Chief on duty shall command the department and be held responsible therefor in all respects with the full powers and responsibilities of the Chief. The Assistant Chief shall be elected from among the members of the Fire Department. (2011 Code § 8-3)
B. Company Officers: Company officers shall be selected by the Chief based upon the following criteria:
1. Knowledge of firefighting;
2. Leadership ability; and
3. Knowledge of firefighting equipment. (2011 Code § 8-4)
C. Secretary-Treasurer: One (1) member elected by the members of the Fire Department shall be a Secretary-Treasurer. His duties shall consist of the following:
1. Calling the roll at the opening of each meeting;
2. Keeping the minutes of each meeting; and
3. Collecting any money due the department by the members. (2011 Code § 8-5)