Deputy Fire Chief of Operations - Strategic Public Safety Leader

Vail, CO; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness programs

Paid leave and holidays

401(a) pension plan

Deferred compensation plans

Job summary

The Town of Vail, Colorado, seeks a Deputy Fire Chief to lead Operations, Training, and Logistics within the Fire & Emergency Services. You will supervise Battalion Chiefs, coordinate emergency and non-emergency operations, and guide strategic initiatives with the Fire Chief.

Responsibilities include budgeting, interagency collaboration, and representing the department in community and governmental meetings. Must be prepared to assume Acting Fire Chief duties when required.

Qualifications

• Leadership and personnel management of multiple divisions and personnel.
• Emergency operations readiness and response oversight.
• Training programs alignment with standards and priorities.
• Budget development and capital planning leadership.
• Strategic planning and organizational improvement responsibilities.
• Community relations and interagency collaboration responsibilities.
• Upholds organizational values and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Operations, Training and Logistics and directs divisions.
• Responds to major incidents providing command direction or safety oversight.
• Represents the Fire Department in meetings with Town departments and partner agencies.
• Acts as Fire Chief in their absence and leads departmental leadership.

Skills

Leadership and Personnel Management

Emergency Operations

Training & Development

Budget & Capital Planning

Strategic Planning

Community Relations

Organizational Values

Job description

The Town of Vail, Colorado, seeks a Deputy Fire Chief to lead Operations, Training, and Logistics within the Fire & Emergency Services. You will supervise Battalion Chiefs, coordinate emergency and non-emergency operations, and guide strategic initiatives with the Fire Chief.

Responsibilities include budgeting, interagency collaboration, and representing the department in community and governmental meetings. Must be prepared to assume Acting Fire Chief duties when required.