Fire Chief, City of Spartanburg
City of Spartanburg seeks a compassionate, collaborative-focused fire safety and prevention leader to join its team as its next Fire Chief. The City of Spartanburg values its service minded, inclusive, team driven environment and is looking for a candidate whose ethics are as much of a match as their experience.
Qualifications for a successful candidate include: The vision, energy, and innovation to lead and grow a well-respected ISO Class 1 accredited fire department with a state-of-the-art fire headquarters facility featuring training space and advanced equipment. Belief in equitable and respectful practices that build strong relationships within the fire department team and also with community members. A proven history of experience and expertise in fire and emergency operations to guide the department and partners through future growth and change.
Passion for servant leadership and the ability to set and uphold ethical standards, develop and grow the team, mentor, and adapt with changing technology, trends and best practices.
10 years of supervision experience, with 5+ years at the rank of Lieutenant or higher. 3 – 5 years of administrative experience. Bachelor's degree in public safety-related area OR associate degree in public safety related PLUS 12 years of progressive firefighting experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Certifications: Hazardous Materials Operations level; NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800.
Skilled at engaging collaboratively and diplomatically with a variety of stakeholders such as fire department staff, community members and groups, county and other municipal leaders, other fire departments, and regional, state, and federal authorities to leverage department opportunities, manage challenges, and maximize resources such as training, equipment, mutual aid, etc.; has held multiple assignments across functional areas such as suppression, prevention, and administration, leading to a rich understanding of the breadth and depth of roles that firefighters assume.
Please visit the City's website for more details and to apply online.