Deputy Fire Chief — Strategic Leader, Mentorship & Ops

International Association-Fire Chiefs; San Luis Obispo, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 187,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Luis Obispo is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief who is a strong communicator, direct, calm, and consistent. The candidate should mentor and coach staff, read people and situations well, and project integrity through ethical behavior and sound judgment.

The position requires a four-year degree in fire science or related field, seven years as a firefighter with at least three in supervision, and desirable Chief Fire Officer certifications.

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year college degree in fire-related field or related area.
• Seven years of experience as a full-time firefighter, including three years in a supervisory role equivalent to Fire Captain or Fire Battalion Chief.
• Desirable certifications include California State Fire Training Chief Fire Officer and Executive Chief Fire Officer.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentoring and coaching to develop others within the department.
• Read people and situations to anticipate operational and organizational needs and communicate transparently.

Skills

Strong communication

Mentoring coaching

Ethical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in fire science / fire technology / business administration / public administration

Job description

City of San Luis Obispo is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief who is a strong communicator, direct, calm, and consistent. The candidate should mentor and coach staff, read people and situations well, and project integrity through ethical behavior and sound judgment.

The position requires a four-year degree in fire science or related field, seven years as a firefighter with at least three in supervision, and desirable Chief Fire Officer certifications.