Deputy Fire Chief

Deputy Fire Chief

The Fire Department is hiring a Deputy Fire Chief! Make an impact : The Deputy Fire Chief directs and manages the operations of an assigned division of the Fire Department. As one of the department's nine executive command staff members, the Deputy Chief provides strategic direction, oversees division functions, and ensures effective service delivery in support of the department's mission. Deputy Chiefs play a crucial role in shaping policy, guiding personnel development, ensuring operational readiness, and representing the department to city leaders, labor groups, partner agencies, and the community.

What you will do : We are currently seeking a Deputy Chief of Training and anticipate additional openings in the spring. We are looking for well-rounded individuals who can serve in any Deputy Chief role within the organization. The advertisement outlines the various Deputy Chief positions within the department and our intent to establish an eligibility list to fill one current vacancy (possibly in the Training Division) and one anticipated vacancy in the spring of 2026, as well as other possible future openings.

Additional information on job responsibilities :

• Direct and manage assigned division operations, including day-to-day activities, staff, and resources.
• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and organizational initiatives.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned personnel to support professional growth and performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and represent the department on boards, commissions, and committees.

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

What are the minimum qualifications?

Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your application.

Preferred Qualifications :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Physical Requirements :

About us : Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.

The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments : Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.

Where can I find out more about the position? Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Deputy Fire Chief. How can I apply? The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community. To apply, click on the green "Apply" button to complete your application. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications. You may subscribe for automatic notification of job openings at the City of Salem through the Job Interest Cards sign up today! For more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at www.cityofsalem.net / jobs.

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