Senior Fire Battalion Chief: Lead Incidents & Training

Undisclosed; Patterson (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Patterson Fire Department invites applications for a Fire Battalion Chief to lead daily operations, including serving as on-scene incident commander and directing emergency response. The role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to supervise multiple divisions.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree (Bachelor’s preferred) with Fire Officer training; six years in fire service and four years in a Company Officer role are expected. Apply by Sept 29, 2026.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with fire science/administration or related field; Bachelor's preferred.
• Completion of Chief Fire Officer series is desirable.
• Six years of full-time fire service experience; four years as a Company Officer.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, coordinate, and supervise daily operations of the assigned division or shift.
• Serve as on-scene incident commander and direct emergency response for all incident types.
• Develop, implement, and monitor training activities and requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic decision-making

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree desirable

Chief Fire Officer series (Cal Fire)

Job description

The City of Patterson Fire Department invites applications for a Fire Battalion Chief to lead daily operations, including serving as on-scene incident commander and directing emergency response. The role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to supervise multiple divisions.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree (Bachelor’s preferred) with Fire Officer training; six years in fire service and four years in a Company Officer role are expected. Apply by Sept 29, 2026.