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Fire Chief - City of Branson, MO
The ideal candidate is a seasoned fire service professional with extensive leadership experience in complex, high-demand environments. They bring a strategic mindset and lead with confidence, integrity, and transparency. A strong communicator, this individual builds trust across the organization and community while maintaining accountability and professionalism.
They are a visible and approachable leader who prioritizes safety, innovation, and team development. The successful candidate has experience in a unionized environment and demonstrates the ability to foster positive labor-management relationships. They are skilled in collaborative problem-solving, contract administration, and supporting collective bargaining processes, balancing organizational goals with workforce trust.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED:- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, or related field
- Minimum eight (8) years of progressive leadership experience, including command-level roles
- Firefighter I & II, Fire Officer I, Instructor I, and HazMat certifications
- FEMA NIMS certifications (IS-100, 200, 700)
PREFERRED:- Executive Fire Officer (EFO) certification
- Master’s degree or advanced leadership training
- Experience in high-call-volume or tourism-based communities
- Experience working in a unionized fire service environment, including involvement in labor relations and collective bargaining
Additional Information
The City of Branson is offering a competitive salary range of 106,000 - $130,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Strategic Government Resources
SGR provides a comprehensive scope of executive search services. Each executive search service contract is tailored to meet the client's specific needs.
Our executive recruiting services are unequaled, providing a high degree of personal attention to each executive search that is conducted. Our role is to find the person who is the very best possible match for your organization.
SGR devotes tremendous energy to understanding your organization's unique culture, environment, and local issues to ensure a great "fit" with regard to values, philosophy, and management style.
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