Battalion Chief: Lead Incident Command & Training

Moraga-Orinda Fire District; Orinda (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MOFCOA benefits

CCCERA retirement

Uniform allowance

Educational incentives

Deferred compensation (457)

RHSA

Holiday pay

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Moraga-Orinda Fire District is seeking a Battalion Chief to lead a platoon, manage daily operations, and assume incident command when required. The role involves directing training, medical and fire response activities, and administrative duties to support district goals.

The ideal candidate has four years of progressive firefighting experience, with two years at Captain level or higher within MOFD, plus a combination of Associate’s degree and CFO/ICS certifications.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible firefighting experience as of December 8, 2026. Two (2) years of this total service must have been in the rank of Fire Captain or higher with the Moraga-Orinda Fire District.
• Possess all course completion certificates for California Chief Fire Officer Certification (2020): Chief Fire Officer 3A, Chief Fire Officer 3B, Chief Fire Officer 3C, Chief Fire Officer 3D, ICS-300.
• The following certifications are required at the time of application: I-400, S-404, S-330AR.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage personnel on an assigned platoon; direct activities at fires, emergencies, medical calls, fire prevention, and training.
• Coordinate scheduling and oversee daily activities of assigned shift; oversee training and evaluation of personnel.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate operations of divisions such as Operations, Support Services, EMS, and Training; manage committees and programs.
• Assist in developing District goals, budget, policies, reports, and interaction with the Board of Directors; conduct safety training and investigations; maintain public relations.

Education

Associate's Degree (any major)

California Chief Officer Certification (retired 12-31-16)

Chief Fire Officer 3A

Chief Fire Officer 3B

Chief Fire Officer 3C

Chief Fire Officer 3D

ICS-300

I-400

S-404

S-330AR

Job description

Moraga-Orinda Fire District is seeking a Battalion Chief to lead a platoon, manage daily operations, and assume incident command when required. The role involves directing training, medical and fire response activities, and administrative duties to support district goals.

The ideal candidate has four years of progressive firefighting experience, with two years at Captain level or higher within MOFD, plus a combination of Associate’s degree and CFO/ICS certifications.