Assistant Fire Chief

ASRC Federal; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

ASRC Federal Gulf State Contractors seeks an Assistant Chief of Operations - Fire Department to lead and coordinate the Fire Department's daily operations at Vance AFB, Enid, OK. The role includes planning, directing, and supervising fire suppression, EMS, and safety activities, with a focus on mission readiness.

The candidate will manage staff, partnering with Air Force agencies, and provide executive support to the Fire Chief.

Qualifications

• Incidents Safety Officer certification or equivalent
• ARFF firefighter experience or credential
• ICS 300 and 400 training and certification
• Authorized to work in the U.S. and able to obtain security clearance
• Hold a valid driver's license and substantial fire department experience
• Previous management experience is required or strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, directing, and reviewing fire department activities and operations.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of shifts; assign work activities and monitor progress.
• Manage department staffing, leave rosters, and training for operations personnel.
• Provide executive support to the Fire Chief and represent the department professionally.
• Coordinate with Vance AFB agencies and ensure safety and compliance across programs.

Skills

Incident Safety Officer

ARFF Firefighter

ICS 300

ICS 400

Security clearance eligible

US Citizen or PR

Driver's License

10 years fire dept experience

Management experience

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal Gulf State Contractors is seeking an Assistant Chief of Operations - Fire Department, in support of our Vance AFB Base Operations Support Contract Located in Enid Oklahoma.

Overview

The role of the Assistant Fire Chief of Operations is to assist in planning, directing, and reviewing the activities and operations of the Fire Department including fire suppression, hazardous material mitigation, respond to all emergency responses and assume an appropriate role within the Air Force Incident Management System (AFIMS), emergency medical services, emergency management, safety officer responsibilities, and administrative support services.

Duties

• Assist in fire prevention activities, life safety code compliance, public safety education, fire prevention hot work permit review/issue after hours. Direct, oversee and participate in the development of their respective shift; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Directs the Lead Firefighters, Driver Operators, Firefighter and ECC operators.
• Manage the storage and distribution of all supplies and commodities for the Department.
• Assist in coordinating assigned activities with other Vance AFB agencies. Conducts proficiency training for operations personnel.
• Perform Vehicle Control Officer (VCO) responsibilities.
• Appointment of personnel for additional duties.
• Manage all additional duties.
• Manage the department operations leave schedule and daily rosters.
• Provide highly responsible and complex executive level support to the Fire Chief as a member of the Fire Chief's management team.
• Prepare and present staff reports, correspondence, prepare a variety of technical and departmental activity reports and other necessary document.
• Represent the Department as well as the company in a positive and professional manner.
• Provide positive leadership and development to various Department personnel so as to foster a qualified and capable staff.
• Administer policies and procedures as directed from the Fire Chief, Company and USAF.
• Work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Manage other programs and functions as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Mandatory Requirements

• Incident Safety Officer
• ARFF Firefighter
• ICS 300, 400
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident due to contract requirements
• Current Driver’s License
• 10 years of experience working in a fire department
• Previous management experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Health and Safety Officer
• Previous management experience of a unionized workforce.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages.

• health care, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k)
• education assistance
• paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Job Family Facilities

Job Function Environmental and Employee Health & Safety (EH&S)