Position / Title: Fire Chief

Job posting date: 06/26/2017

Requirements:

Qualifications The successful candidate will possess a minimum of seven years of senior or executive command level service, with at least five years as a Chief, Assistant/Deputy Chief or ten years as a Battalion Chief, in a comparable or larger sized fire department that is recognized for excellence and innovation. The Chief should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Fire Sciences, Fire Administration and/or Public Administration. Graduation from the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Development Program, CAPSTONE EMS Management, or similar endeavors, and credentials as a Chief Fire Officer Designate (CFOD) is highly desired. Consideration will be given to candidates who possess a satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job proficiently. Leadership and experience in communities of 20,000 plus residents is preferred. Experience and appreciation for mutual approaches to local and regional resource sharing, with emphasis on regional EMS delivery systems are highly desired. Demonstrated experience in working successfully within a collaborative labor relations/collective bargaining environment is required. A comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of emergency scene management, fire prevention and public education programs, hazardous materials response, special tactical response, Homeland Security and emergency preparedness management will also be viewed favorably. Superior strategic planning skills, fiscal and budget management, along with excellent communications abilities must be demonstrated.
A working background and experience with issues associated with urban wildland fire interface and watershed conservation/protection programs are imperatives. Additionally, experience in a community with a strong university presence and/or active tourism industry is preferred.

Special Filing Instructions:

Contact Info:

To apply for this outstanding career opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter no later than July 31, 2017, to:

CITY OF ASHLAND HUMAN RESOURCES
ATTN: Tina Gray
20 E. Main Street
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 552-2101
www.ashland.or.us

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