What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIRE CHIEF position at Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District?
Salary : Depends on Qualifications
Location : Reno, NV
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025 / 02 17177
Division : ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 AM Pacific
Bargaining Unit : NONR
POSITION INFORMATION
Founded in 1972, the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District began as a collection of volunteers who were passionate about the community and fire safety. Since then, TMFPD has grown to a department of almost 150 professional operational and wildland firefighters. The District currently operates 10 full time fire stations spread throughout the District ranging from Cold Springs in the north, Washoe Valley in the south, Verdi / Mogul in the west, Hidden Valley in the east, and everywhere in between. TMFPD serves the unincorporated areas of Washoe County which includes the areas not governed by its own local municipal corporations. The Fire Chief is the chief executive officer of the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and reports directly to the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Board of Fire Commissioners. The Fire Chief plans, directs, manages, and oversees all activities and operations of the District and is responsible for the overall operation of the Fire District with guidance from the Board of Fire Commissioners. The District seeks a strong, approachable, and responsive leader with a solution-oriented mindset and exceptional political insight to serve as the next Fire Chief.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate integrity and professionalism, listen actively for opportunities, anticipate challenges, and take proactive steps to resolve issues. The Fire Chief needs to be an effective communicator who can consider diverse perspectives, make informed decisions, clearly relay the rationale behind those decisions, and build public trust. The next Fire Chief will be skilled in articulating the "why" behind District and County matters, ensuring transparency and clarity while supporting the District's Strategic Plan.
The annual salary range for the Fire Chief position is $205,732 - $308,588 for qualified Police / Fire PERS candidates, and $208,000 - $312,000 for regular PERS candidates; the salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The District also offers a competitive benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Stephanie Dietz at (916) 784-9080.
Filing Deadline : March 23, 2025
Interested in this opportunity please go to to review the requirements and submit your resume and application!
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Does Not Discriminate on the Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or Expression, Age, Disability or National Origin in the Activities and / or Services Which it Provides. EOE.
Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue offers a complete benefits package based on employee contract or agreement.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Vacation Leave Benefits
- Sick Leave Benefits
- Personal Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Please see TMFPD Benefits page for a detailed summary of our great benefit offerings!
Salary : $205,732 - $308,588