Assistant Fire Chief

Type:

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

Full Time or Part Time:

• Full-Time

Pay Rate:

• $38.00 – $55.00 per hour (negotiable).

Location:

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

Language Requirements:

• Write, read, and speak English

Language Preferences:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Fire Chief to support the leadership, management, and operational oversight of fire rescue services, emergency response, and fire prevention programs.

This senior leadership role assists the Fire Chief in directing daily operations, supervising personnel, managing emergency response activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and departmental policies. The Assistant Fire Chief may oversee divisions such as operations, training, fire prevention, or emergency medical services (EMS), and may serve as acting Fire Chief in their absence. 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 eight (8) years of progressive experience in fire service, including supervisory or command-level experience
• Experience in fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), and incident command operations
• Experience supervising personnel, including training, scheduling, and performance management
• Experience assisting with budgeting, planning, and resource allocation
• Strong knowledge of fire codes, life safety regulations, and emergency response protocols
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Experience Preferences

• Experience in a municipal or county fire department leadership role
• Experience overseeing training programs, fire prevention, or EMS operations
• Familiarity with accreditation processes and ISO ratings
• Experience coordinating with emergency management agencies and community stakeholders

Physical Requirements

• Ability to respond to emergency incidents and perform command-level duties in the field
• Ability to work in high-stress and emergency situations
• Ability to attend meetings, trainings, and operational briefings

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.