Who determines which off-duty shift will be re-called?

The Assistant Chief over Emergency Operations is responsible for determining which off-duty Shift will be re-called. This role involves a comprehensive understanding of operational needs and resource management during emergencies. The Assistant Chief assesses the situation and makes crucial decisions regarding staffing levels and types of incidents that necessitate recalling personnel from off-duty status.

This decision-making capacity ensures that the department can efficiently respond to emergencies with the appropriate personnel based on their skills and the demands of the situation. The other positions listed may play important roles within the hierarchy and operations of the Fire Department, but it is specifically the Assistant Chief over Emergency Operations who has the authority and responsibility for this particular decision regarding off-duty shifts.