Fire Chief - Visionary Public Safety Leader

Daily Dispatch; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Templeton Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a Fire Chief to lead the department and advance its mission in the Central Coast region. The role requires strong administrative skills and a track record of fire-service leadership, with oversight of both daily operations and strategic long-term planning.

The Fire Chief will report to the General Manager and collaborate with the district’s executive team, guiding recruitment, training, and safety programs while ensuring service quality and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional/technical experience in the Fire Services.
• Three or more years of experience as Captain, Battalion Chief, or senior chief in a career department desirable.
• Education and training aligned with fire science and public administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead community fire and emergency services as Fire Chief.
• Oversee non-routine and routine calls in coordination with district leadership.
• Participate in executive management and strategic planning for the department.

Skills

Fire service leadership

Executive management

Strategic planning

Education

Associate's Degree in Fire Science

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Public Admin

Job description

Templeton Fire and Emergency Services is seeking a Fire Chief to lead the department and advance its mission in the Central Coast region. The role requires strong administrative skills and a track record of fire-service leadership, with oversight of both daily operations and strategic long-term planning.

The Fire Chief will report to the General Manager and collaborate with the district’s executive team, guiding recruitment, training, and safety programs while ensuring service quality and