Internal Only - Division Chief

City of Springfield (MO); Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Springfield MO is seeking a Division Fire Chief for the Springfield Fire Department. The role involves leading a major division with administrative, supervisory, and technical duties, assigned by the Fire Chief after selection.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree, and have at least two years of Battalion Fire Chief experience, with a valid driver's license and IFSAC/CFP credentials. The City demands professional leadership and ongoing certification, with equal employment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university.
• At least two years of cumulative service at the rank of Battalion Fire Chief.
• Experience in administrative, supervisory, and technical work within a major division of the Fire Department.

Responsibilities

• Perform responsible administrative, supervisory, and technical work within a major division of the Fire Department, as assigned by the Fire Chief upon selection.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Bulletin Number: 1976

NOTICE OF OPEN-COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION

This posting is available for current City of Springfield employees only.

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the interview process which are tentatively scheduled to take place in September 2026.

The Springfield Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Division Fire Chief. In this role, you will perform responsible administrative, supervisory, and technical work within a major division of the Fire Department, as assigned by the Fire Chief upon selection.

Experience, Education, and Training

• Requires Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;

• At least two years of cumulative service at the rank of Battalion Fire Chief.

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;


• Must possess and maintain IFSAC certification through the Missouri Division of Fire Safety as Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer II, and Instructor I;


• Must have completed IFSAC certification through the Missouri Division of Fire Safety as Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer II, and Instructor I;


• Must be professionally credentialed as Chief Fire Officer through Center for Public Safety Excellence;


• Must maintain professional designation throughout the duration of appointment;


• May be required to complete additional training or certification depending on assignment

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.