Fire Chief

Job Description

Job Description

Type:

• 3 months to 1 year contract with additional option years.

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• $45.00 – $62.50 per hour (negotiable)

Location:

• TBD – Onsite
• Must be willing to move anywhere in the US.

Language Requirements:

• Write, read, and speak English

Language Preferences:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Fire Chief to lead and manage all aspects of fire rescue operations, emergency response services, and fire prevention programs.

This executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing personnel, operations, training, emergency preparedness, fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), and community risk reduction initiatives. The Fire Chief provides direction for departmental planning, budgeting, policy development, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This position requires strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills to ensure the safety of personnel and the community. Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain a security clearance and maintain it as required. Clearance level is to be determined. Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in fire service, including command-level or senior leadership experience
• Experience managing fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), and emergency response operations
• Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Experience supervising personnel, including hiring, training, and performance management
• Experience coordinating emergency response efforts and incident command operations
• Strong knowledge of fire codes, life safety regulations, and emergency management practices
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Experience Preferences

• Experience in a municipal or county fire department leadership role
• Experience with accreditation processes and ISO ratings
• Familiarity with disaster preparedness, homeland security, and interagency coordination
• Experience working with elected officials, community stakeholders, and the public

Physical Requirements

• Ability to respond to emergency scenes and perform field command duties as needed
• Ability to work in high-stress and emergency situations
• Ability to attend meetings, trainings, and field operations as required

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field

Education Preferences

• Master's degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field

Training Schedule:

• TBD

Schedule:

• Varies based on operational needs; includes availability for emergency response, nights, weekends, and holidays

Dress Code:

• TBD

Benefits:

• TBD

Additional Information:

Drug screening, background, and reference checks are performed if required. Valid identification and reliable transportation are required. We are an E-Verify employer. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Our employees are authorized to work in the United States.