Fire CHIEF

Emergency Services ChiefFunds for this position will be available starting 10/9/2026. Reporting directly to the Chief of Emergency Services, responsible for assisting with direction and oversight of assigned program areas, including all strategic, programmatic, and administrative functions for the Emergency Communications, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services, and Fire Marshal Special Operations divisions within Emergency Services.Examples of work performed include managing day-to-day operations and staff, identifying and creating opportunities for improved performance, directing and managing the Emergency Services leadership development program, planning, preparing, and managing the Emergency Services budget line, assisting the Chief in crisis response and emergency management efforts, supporting the Chief in communications and presentations to the Commissioner's Court and County Judge, monitoring staffing levels and engaging in recruiting and retention initiatives, overseeing policy implementation, maintenance, and compliance with established performance standards, overseeing logistical operations for Emergency Services related to facility and fleet management, representing Emergency Services, the County, and/or the region on boards, committees, and working groups, performing interim leadership duties in the absence of the Chief, and serving as the department's chief of staff.Organization relationships include reporting directly to the Chief Emergency Services and having direct reports. Physical demands include the ability to physically access and traverse emergency scenes and situations, ability to handle extreme stress in crisis situations and lead from the front, sit, talk and hear; use of extremities to handle, reach and/or operate basic office equipment, objects, tools or controls, and the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Environmental factors include work primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment, may work in inclement weather, including extreme heat and cold, work outside the normal office hours will be required to meet deadlines and accuracy requirements and as needed under emergency situations in the county or region, and essential personnel for emergency situations which require reporting for, during, and in dangerous conditions and/or severe weather such as ice storms, windstorms, etc., or to hazardous response scenes. Irregular hours may include work outside of the normal office hours and may be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency.Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a field directly related to one or more of the functional areas within Emergency Services; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, minimum of eight years of experience in Public Safety, military, or directly related field at a supervisory level, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe. Licenses and certifications required within thirty days of employment include a valid driver's license and Criminal Justice Information System Clearance. Licenses and certifications required within one year of employment include Incident Command Systems 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 & 800. Preferred qualifications include a master's degree in related field and ten years of supervisory or management experience. Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening including a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, drug screening, and additional CJIS fingerprint background check.A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department. Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.