Deputy Fire Chief — Lead Fire & EMS Operations

South Ogden City; South Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

South Ogden City is seeking an experienced Deputy Fire Chief to serve as second-in-command, partnering with the Fire Chief to guide daily Fire and EMS operations, develop personnel, and sustain emergency readiness in our community.

You will lead incident command, officer development, strategic planning, budgeting, and collaboration with City and regional partners, delivering accountable service and building trust in a close-knit community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of full-time professional fire service experience, including five years in supervision at Captain rank or higher.
• Firefighter I and II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Inspector I certifications with reciprocity accepted and Utah certifications obtained within six months.
• Current Utah AEMT certification at appointment; Paramedic preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to establish and maintain a primary residence within 20 straight-line miles of South Ogden City limits within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Direct incident command, officer development, and daily fire/EMS operations.
• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and collaboration with City and regional partners.
• Guide department readiness and shape the department's future.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Incident command

Personnel development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

South Ogden City is seeking an experienced Deputy Fire Chief to serve as second-in-command, partnering with the Fire Chief to guide daily Fire and EMS operations, develop personnel, and sustain emergency readiness in our community.

You will lead incident command, officer development, strategic planning, budgeting, and collaboration with City and regional partners, delivering accountable service and building trust in a close-knit community.