Deputy Fire Chief — Lead Operations & Safety

GMP Consultants

Cape Girardeau (MO)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 99,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

The City of Cape Girardeau is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief for its all-hazards Fire Department serving a community of about 40,000 along the Mississippi River. The Deputy Chief plans, supervises, and coordinates the Operations Division, guiding fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, and safety initiatives.

This key role acts as incident commander and, in the absence of the Fire Chief, as Acting Fire Chief. The department offers modern apparatus, strong benefits, and a focus on professional development

Qualifications

  • Experience in planning, supervising, and coordinating fire department operations.
  • Ability to act as incident commander and as Acting Fire Chief when needed.
  • Strong leadership and staff development skills.
  • Excellent communication with city leadership and public safety teams.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, supervise, and coordinate the Operations Division.
  • Serve as incident commander and Acting Fire Chief in the absence of the Fire Chief.
  • Provide leadership for fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, and safety goals.
  • Collaborate with the Fire Chief to advance department objectives.

Skills

Leadership
Incident command
Safety leadership
Training

Job description

The City of Cape Girardeau is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief for its all-hazards Fire Department serving a community of about 40,000 along the Mississippi River. The Deputy Chief plans, supervises, and coordinates the Operations Division, guiding fire suppression, rescue, hazmat, and safety initiatives.

This key role acts as incident commander and, in the absence of the Fire Chief, as Acting Fire Chief. The department offers modern apparatus, strong benefits, and a focus on professional development

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