NV – Fire Chief – Central Lyon Fire District – First Review: 07/20/25

Daily Dispatch; Nevada; On-site; USD 150,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Lyon Fire District is seeking a Fire Chief to oversee operations and administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of progressive experience in fire services, including supervisory and budgetary roles. This leadership position requires strong policy development skills and the ability to guide a dedicated team in service of over 30,000 residents.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in fire prevention and suppression work.
• Experience in a leadership role, preferably as a Battalion Chief.
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and budgetary experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative direction for the Fire District operations.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Review efficiency of department operations.

Skills

Leadership

Policy Development

Administrative Oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in fire science, business administration, public administration

Job description

Fire Chief
Central Lyon Fire District
Dayton, Nevada
Salary: $150,000 – $205,000

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Lyon County, located in northern Nevada, is a region rich in history and full of opportunity. Rooted in the Comstock mining era and supported by agricultural traditions along the Carson River valley, the area offers a rural, hometown atmosphere that continues to attract families and professionals seeking affordability, quality of life, and outdoor recreation. Communities including Dayton, Silver Springs, Stagecoach, and Mound House combine historic character with modern development, making the region one of the fastest growing in Nevada and the United States, with an 8.5 percent population increase over the past five years. U.S. Highway 50, once the Pony Express route and famously dubbed the Loneliest Highway in America, runs through the county. Today it serves as a key commuter corridor, with more than 30,000 people traveling daily to nearby Carson City, Reno, and the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, the largest industrial park in the world.

Central Lyon Fire District is an all-risk agency providing full-service emergency response, including advanced life support (ALS) EMS transport. The District serves more than 30,000 residents, businesses, and industrial facilities across a 640-square-mile area. For fiscal year 2025/2026, the District operates with a General Fund budget of nearly $10 million and an Ambulance Enterprise Fund budget just under $2 million. The District is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. In 2024, the District responded to 4,248 calls for service. The District’s operational staff includes 45 line personnel made up of 9 Captains, 30 Firefighter/Paramedics, 3 Single Role Paramedics, and 3 Battalion Chiefs. The District also has several volunteers. The Fire Prevention Division includes a Fire Marshal and two Inspectors, while the Fuels Reduction Division (focused on fuels and wildland fire) is led by a Chief Officer and supported by eight crew members. Administrative support is provided by a staff of four, along with a Fleet Manager, Mechanic, Assistant Chief, and the Fire Chief. Central Lyon Fire operates out of four career fire stations, two volunteer fire stations, a dedicated shop and fire station for the Risk Reduction Crew, a central Administrative Office and the District maintains a comprehensive, large, and diverse fleet.

Reporting to the District Board of Directors, the Fire Chief provides administrative direction for all Fire District functions, operations, and personnel through the supervision of subordinate staff and review of their activities. Responsibilities include reviewing the general operation of the department to determine efficiency, providing direction on major projects or problem areas, developing and implementing policies and procedures, administration of the labor relations program, and providing policy guidance. Residency within reasonable proximity of the Central Lyon Fire District is required.

Education & Experience: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a major in fire science, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field is desired. A combination of education, training and experience can satisfy the education requirement. A minimum rank of Battalion Chief with extensive experience (5+ years) and progressive responsibility, including administrative, supervisory, and budgetary experience in fire prevention and suppression work, preferably with a municipal, county, or state fire department or district. (Please see the full job description for additional requirements.)

For a complete position profile, full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on “Open Recruitments”. For questions, call 206-368-0050. Central Lyon Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by July 20, 2025. (First review, open until filled.)

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