Deputy Fire Chief

About Maple Grove, MN

Maple Grove is a forward-thinking, thriving community in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities metropolitan area.  We are home to over 70,000 residents with a projected population of 90,000 by 2040 with 2,500 acres of undeveloped land. The City of Maple Grove is proud to employ over 250 benefit-earning employees, 500 part-time, casual, temporary, seasonal employees, and 100 paid-on-call firefighters to staff our many departments.  We provide public safety, public works, community and economic development, parks & recreation and many other important public services to a growing community.

The Position

The City of Maple Grove is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Chief to oversee and manage the daily operations of the Fire Department, ensuring efficient resource deployment and service delivery. This vital leadership role demands a strong commitment to public safety, effective resource management, and community engagement. As the Deputy Fire Chief, you will be responsible for managing budgeting and expenditures, facilitating recruitment, training, and supervision of staff, and overseeing equipment and facility needs within your assigned division. The City of Maple Grove offers competitive salaries, outstanding medical and dental plans, sick and vacation time, and a state-operated pension plan for long-term success. Make a difference by joining our growing and diverse community!  

Why Join Us?
Become a key player in the Maple Grove Fire Department, where your leadership will support our mission to protect lives and property while ensuring a safe and prepared community. We offer a collaborative working environment and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.





Operational Oversight: Supervise daily operations of assigned divisions, ensuring efficient resource allocation and maximum delivery of fire department services to the community.
Administrative Support: Assist the Fire Chief in all aspects of departmental administration, including the interpretation of policies, procedures, and the development of operational guidelines tailored for effective service delivery.
Records Management: Ensure the accuracy and compliance of the fire department’s records management systems, maintaining organized, accessible, and up-to-date information.
Budget Management: Aid in the preparation and administration of the budget for assigned divisions, closely monitoring expenditures to ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
Community Engagement: Develop and implement initiatives to improve community relations, conduct outreach to educate the public on emergency preparedness, and facilitate productive meetings with stakeholders.
Regulatory Compliance: Monitor adherence to established rules, regulations, and operational procedures, and maintain regular communication with the Fire Chief about compliance and operational updates.
Incident Supervision: Provide oversight and coordination during major emergency incidents, ensuring effective response and management of resources as needed.
Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with other city departments to address issues that impact fire operations and emergency management planning.

Operations Division:

• Serve as the direct supervisor for all fire stations and paid-on-call firefighters, ensuring readiness and efficient emergency response.
• Oversee the selection, procurement, maintenance, and repair of operational equipment and vehicles, ensuring all resources are in optimal condition.
• Conduct strategic planning to anticipate the short- and long-term needs of the department, assessing personnel, fire apparatus, and facility requirements.
• Implement ongoing training and development programs for operational staff to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.

Prevention Division:

• Administer daily fire inspection activities, ensuring compliance with the Minnesota State Fire Code and other relevant regulations.
• Create and manage educational programs aimed at increasing public awareness about fire prevention and community risk reduction strategies.
• Review and approve plans for fire safety systems, conducting thorough technical evaluations and ensuring they meet necessary codes and standards.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards in the community and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to enhance safety.

Training & Professional Standards Division:

• Oversee training and certification programs for fire department personnel, ensuring they align with current industry practices and standards of excellence.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to lead recruitment efforts that attract and retain high-quality paid-on-call firefighters.
• Represent the fire department in training initiatives with external agencies, ensuring partnerships enhance departmental capabilities.
• Develop and implement performance evaluation criteria for training initiatives to ensure continuous improvement and accountability among staff.

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Need to have:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid, unrestricted Minnesota driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree in public safety, public administration, business administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Eight years of progressively responsible public safety emergency response experience
• Four years of supervisory experience as a fire officer holding the rank of captain or higher.
• Experience in general management/administration; training programs, safety programs, and emergency planning and operations.

Licensing:

• Eligible to be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Fire Training & Education 
• NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II 
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations 
• FEMA NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications

*The following licenses are required to obtain within one year of hire date. The City of Maple Grove will assist the selected candidate in obtaining any of the below licensing that is not currently held* 

• ICS 300 and 400 certifications
• NFPA 1002 Fire Apparatus Operator
• NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II
• NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor II
• Local Hazard Zone Command (Blue Card) Certification
• Minnesota Emergency Management Basic certificate

Nice to have:

• Master’s Degree or Executive Fire Officer Certification 
• Previous experience in a Paid-on-call Firefighter model. 
• Fire service experience in a city similar in size and make-up to Maple Grove. 
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Technician
• NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator 
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician, NREMT or MN EMSRB  preferred

Salary : $137,692 - $182,934