Fire Prevention Bureau Director - Emergency Management

Hamilton-County,-Tn; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Emergency Management Department is seeking a department head-level professional to direct the Fire Prevention Bureau and oversee daily operations. This exempt, salaried role requires strategic budgeting, grant procurement, staff supervision, and cross‑department coordination to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

The position emphasizes leadership in training, risk mitigation, and public safety initiatives, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, policy

Qualifications

• High school diploma and five years life safety/fire codes enforcement experience.
• Tennessee driver’s license with F endorsement or the equivalent.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Directs the operations of the Fire Prevention Bureau and manages daily responsibilities.
• Formulates and monitors the annual operational budget; justifies material and staffing needs.
• Researches, develops, and drafts grant proposals to secure funding and tracks post‑award compliance.
• Oversees staff, conducts performance evaluations, and maintains a safe, collaborative environment.
• Reviews documentation for incidents, inspections, and fiscal actions; ensures data accuracy.

Skills

Budget management

Grant writing

Team leadership

Incident command

Fire prevention

Public safety

Communication skills

Customer service

Training delivery

Supervisory skills

Education

High school diploma

5 years life safety/fire codes experience

Tools

Office software suite

Job description

Hamilton County Emergency Management Department is seeking a department head-level professional to direct the Fire Prevention Bureau and oversee daily operations. This exempt, salaried role requires strategic budgeting, grant procurement, staff supervision, and cross‑department coordination to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

The position emphasizes leadership in training, risk mitigation, and public safety initiatives, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, policy