Fire Chief & Public Safety Leader

Providence for All; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 215,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The Morales Administration seeks a Fire Chief to lead the Providence Fire Department, directing operations, personnel, training, and fiscal administration to advance public safety. The role requires executive leadership in policy, budgeting, and interagency collaboration to keep the city safe and well-served.

This executive position emphasizes community partnerships, EMS integration, and transparent governance, with a focus on responsive service and professional standards across all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Public or Business Administration or related field.
• Progressive, responsible experience in a fire service management position of comparable complexity.
• Thorough knowledge of modern firefighting techniques.
• Ability to direct and coordinate firefighting activities.
• Experience in emergency medical services (EMS) knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control, manage, and direct all functions of the Fire Department, including rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Administer policy for all phases of Fire Department operations.
• Evaluate training needs, approve programs, and develop personnel.
• Maintain and manage buildings, facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain on-duty personnel and equipment for emergency response.
• Integrate EMS across relevant components of fire services.
• Dispatch apparatus in accordance with mutual agreements and city protections.
• Maintain discipline and ensure due process in the department.
• Hire and promote personnel through supervision and delegation.
• Conduct regular meetings, receive records, and review performance.
• Provide monthly reports to the Commissioner of Public Safety.
• Develop budgets and project expenditures for staffing and equipment.
• Cooperate with civic groups and community partners.
• Stay updated on fire service procedures through education and conferences.
• Build positive management and labor relations based on trust and transparency.

Skills

Fire leadership

Emergency management

Budgeting

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Public or Business Administration

Job description

The Morales Administration seeks a Fire Chief to lead the Providence Fire Department, directing operations, personnel, training, and fiscal administration to advance public safety. The role requires executive leadership in policy, budgeting, and interagency collaboration to keep the city safe and well-served.

This executive position emphasizes community partnerships, EMS integration, and transparent governance, with a focus on responsive service and professional standards across all