General Manager - Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2

General Manager
Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2
Bexar County (San Antonio Area), Texas
Help Shape the Future of Public Safety
Exceptional organizations don't happen by accident; they are built by exceptional leaders.

Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2 (BXCESD2) is seeking an accomplished, visionary executive to serve as our next General Manager. This is more than an administrative leadership position. It is an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Texas's progressive emergency services districts while working alongside the Fire Chief and Board of Commissioners to provide outstanding service to a growing community.

If you are a strategic thinker, collaborative leader, and experienced executive who enjoys transforming organizations, improving processes, and building high-performing teams, we invite you to explore this unique opportunity.

About the Position
The General Manager and Fire Chief serve as co-equal executive leaders of Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2, with both positions reporting independently and directly to the Board of Commissioners. Neither executive position is subordinate to the other, and each maintains responsibility and authority within their respective areas of administration and operations, as established by the Board.

The General Manager provides executive leadership and oversight of the District's civilian administrative functions, while the Fire Chief maintains responsibility for fire, rescue, emergency medical services, emergency response operations, and associated operational functions.

Both executives are expected to maintain a professional, respectful, and collaborative working relationship, coordinating organizational priorities, strategic planning, budgeting, capital improvement projects, and administrative initiatives to support the District's mission and the Board's strategic direction.

The General Manager provides executive oversight for:

Finance and Budget Administration

Human Resources and Employee Benefits

Information Technology and Cybersecurity

Capital Improvement Projects

Procurement and Contract Administration

Records Management and Compliance

Public Information and Government Relations

Strategic Planning and Organizational Administration

This position offers the opportunity to influence every aspect of the District's long-term success.

What You'll Do
Maintain a strong and effective working relationship with the Fire Chief, ensuring ongoing communication, coordination, and collaboration on matters involving District administration, financial planning, personnel resources, capital improvements, organizational policies, and strategic initiatives.

The General Manager and Fire Chief are expected to respect their respective areas of responsibility while working together to develop coordinated recommendations and support the decisions and strategic priorities established by the Board of Commissioners.

As General Manager, you will:

Provide executive leadership for the District's civilian operations.

Develop innovative strategies that strengthen organizational performance.

Partner with the Board and Fire Chief to establish long-term strategic goals.

Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal accountability.

Lead Human Resources initiatives that attract, retain, and develop exceptional employees.

Guide major capital improvement projects from planning through completion.

Modernize technology systems and improve cybersecurity and operational efficiency.

Negotiate contracts and cultivate strong relationships with vendors and governmental partners.

Ensure compliance with Texas laws governing Emergency Services Districts.

Represent the District with professionalism throughout the community and state.

Collaborate with the Fire Chief in developing, preparing, monitoring, and administering the District's annual operating and capital budgets.

Coordinate annual financial audits, financial reporting, forecasting, payroll administration, and compensation planning.

Support the planning, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and implementation of District capital improvement projects in coordination with the Fire Chief.

Oversee governmental records management, public information requests, and compliance with applicable governmental transparency requirements.

Support emergency management activities through financial administration, resource tracking, procurement, and logistical coordination during disasters and major emergencies.

Monitor legislative developments and governmental requirements affecting Texas Emergency Services Districts and provide appropriate recommendations to the Board.

Maintain effective communication and coordination with the Fire Chief regarding administrative decisions that may affect emergency operations, staffing, facilities, technology, and organizational readiness.

We're Looking For Someone Who

Leads with integrity, transparency, and professionalism.

Builds trust and strong working relationships.

Thinks strategically while delivering practical results.

Is financially savvy and understands governmental budgeting.

Enjoys solving complex organizational challenges.

Can balance multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.

Communicates confidently with elected officials, employees, and community stakeholders.

Has the courage to make difficult decisions while remaining collaborative and approachable.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Current valid Class C State of Texas Driver License (Class B preferred)

Associate degree or substantial coursework in public administration, business administration, or accounting or meets the BXCESD2 equivalency guide.

Five (5) years of business management and administration experience.

Five (5) years of financial management experience.

Five (5) years of bookkeeping and financial software experience.

Five (5) years of information technology experience.

Five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience

NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800

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