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Fire Chief

$198.94k - $296.1k

City of Escondido, CA

Salary : $198,937.56 - $296,104.80 Annually
Location : City of Escondido, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03794
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Summary

The City of Escondido has an exciting career opportunity for the position of Fire Chief Please review the recruitment brochure by clicking here and follow the instructions to apply.
The City of Escondido offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

The Benefits of Choice program offers you a range of benefits. You choose the coverage that is right for you, your family and your budget. Read this for an overview of your options, with links to additional details and forms.

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