Executive Fire Chief: Strategic Leader in Fire & EMS

Wayne Township Trustee Office and Fire Department; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Wayne Township Trustee Office and Fire Department is seeking a Fire Chief to provide overarching administrative direction and leadership for all Fire Department functions and personnel. The role includes budgeting, contract management, risk oversight, and long-range planning for fire, EMS, and life safety services, while fostering collaboration with township governance and external partners.

The ideal candidate will bring advanced leadership credentials (CFO designation or equivalent), a

Formación

• Theories, principles, and practices of effective public administration with special reference to fire department policies, personnel management, budget/finance administration, team building, performance management.
• Strategic planning for short and long-range goals within fire, EMS, and life safety services.
• Knowledge of incident command and the National Incident Command System (NIMS).
• Strong labor-management relations and contract management know-how.

Responsabilidades

• Provide administrative direction and leadership for all Fire Department functions, operations, and personnel.
• Oversee budgeting, contract management, risk management, and strategic/operational planning for fire/EMS services.
• Coordinate with Township Trustee, Township Board, Department Heads, and external partners to meet department goals.
• Represent the department in negotiations and interagency collaborations as required.

Conocimientos

Public administration

Fire department policies

Budget/finance administration

Team building

Performance management

Strategic planning

Fire/EMS operations

Labor-Management relations

Incident Command

NIMS

Educación

Master’s degree

Executive Officer Program (NFPA/NFA)

Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation

Descripción del empleo

The Wayne Township Trustee Office and Fire Department is seeking a Fire Chief to provide overarching administrative direction and leadership for all Fire Department functions and personnel. The role includes budgeting, contract management, risk oversight, and long-range planning for fire, EMS, and life safety services, while fostering collaboration with township governance and external partners.

The ideal candidate will bring advanced leadership credentials (CFO designation or equivalent), a