Fire Chief & Community Safety Leader

International Association-Fire Chiefs; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hartland Fire Department, Village of Hartland is seeking a Fire Chief to lead a comprehensive Fire/EMS agency in Hartland, Wisconsin. The Chief will direct operations, prevention, safety, and education programs while guiding staff development and policy creation.

The role includes budget oversight, capital planning, and representing the Village with officials and the public, ensuring trusted leadership during emergencies and changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a closely related field; a Master's degree is strongly preferred.
• Ten years of officer leadership experience in a career Fire/EMS organization, including at least five years at a command level.
• Proven innovative, collaborative leadership in Fire/EMS operations with staff management focus.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Certifications: Firefighter II and Fire Officer II; Fire Inspector/EMT-BA/Paramedic desirable.
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence through leadership.
• Develop policies, procedures, and regulations; ensure alignment with all applicable guidelines.
• Oversee EMS operations, fire prevention, education, safety, and inspections.
• Prepare and manage the department budget and coordinate equipment purchases.
• Represent the Village Board and collaborate with other agencies; act as liaison in incidents.

Skills

Executive leadership

Staff management

License: Wisconsin

Fire Officer II

Firefighter II

NIMS ICS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or related field

Master's degree (strongly preferred)

Job description

Hartland Fire Department, Village of Hartland is seeking a Fire Chief to lead a comprehensive Fire/EMS agency in Hartland, Wisconsin. The Chief will direct operations, prevention, safety, and education programs while guiding staff development and policy creation.

The role includes budget oversight, capital planning, and representing the Village with officials and the public, ensuring trusted leadership during emergencies and changes.