(a) The head of the fire department may transfer a fire fighter from one position to another position in the same classification in the fire department if the transfer is:
(1) a promotion or demotion of the fire fighter;
(2) required to balance the work force;
(3) for disciplinary reasons;
(4) based on the seniority of the fire fighter;
(5) a result of a mutual agreement between the department head and the fire fighter; or
(6) for any other specified reason the department head considers necessary.
(b) If the department head transfers a fire fighter under this section, the department head shall designate in a written statement the basis for the transfer.