What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Fire Chief position at Town of East Longmeadow?
Deputy Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief
East Longmeadow Fire Department
Town of East Longmeadow, MA
General Description
The Town of East Longmeadow is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Fire Chief.
This position is best suited for a progressive leader with a vision for community engagement, active and collaborative leadership, and innovative thinking toward managing today’s fire and emergency medical service. The Deputy Chief assists the Fire Chief with administrative and operational tasks that include, but are not limited to: budget development, staffing, discipline, as well as policy development, revision, and implementation. The Deputy Chief will play a significant role at incidents that fall within the National Incident Management System framework. In the absence of the Fire Chief, the Deputy Chief will assume all roles and responsibilities regularly assigned to the Fire Chief.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven leadership through a high level of uniformed experience in the management of fire departments (deputy, captain or lieutenant), offer a record of accomplishments in technical skills, and have outstanding communication skills to develop and retain credibility, respect, and trust within the Department and throughout the community. The successful candidate will have significant operational, in-depth knowledge in fire, rescue and prevention services and a strong understanding of fire-based EMS at the Advanced Life Support level. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead and inspire staff, effectively manage projects, initiatives and resources within the confines of an approved annual operating budget and town priorities.
Education and Experience:
- A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a professional firefighter with a comparable or larger fire-based ALS Ambulance service department. A minimum of four (4) years at a command level such as Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, Deputy or Assistant Chief or higher is required.
- Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License required.
- Firefighter I/II Pro Board Certification required.
- Fire Officer II Pro Board Certification required.
- Fire Instructor II Pro Board Certification required.
- Massachusetts OEMS EMT – B license required, Paramedic certification is preferred.
- An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in fire science, management, emergency management, emergency medical services, or public administration is required. A Bachelor’s Degree in the same is preferred.
- Completion of ICS 300: Intermediate ICS required, ICS 400: Advanced ICS preferred.
- Excellent supervisory, mentoring and training skills.
- Outstanding communication skills with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
- Project management experience as it applies to Fire Department programs and activities.
- Fire Department budgeting experience preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
The Town of East Longmeadow offers for the qualified Deputy Fire Chief a comprehensive package, which a base salary ranging from $105,000 to $115,000 based on qualifications & experience, paid vacations, holidays, competitive PTO, as well as medical, dental, vision and life benefits.
How to Apply:
Applicants can apply via online at https://www.eastlongmeadowma.gov/jobs.aspx or submit your application, resume, cover letter and references to Director of Human Resources, Audra Staples at audra.staples@eastlongmeadowma.gov or via mail to Human Resources Department, 60 Center Square, East Longmeadow MA 01028.
Applications and Resumes must be received in the Human Resources Department either via online submission, email, mail, or in-person drop off by the closing of this posting at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, March 18, 2025.
The Town of East Longmeadow is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Qualified applicants of all backgrounds including women, people of color, LBGTQIA individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to fair hiring practices and a supportive, welcoming culture that offers equal career development and promotional opportunities to all employees.
A complete position description may be obtained by contacting the
Human Resources Department at 413-525-5400 ext. 1125.
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Salary : $105,000 - $115,000
