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Fire Chief, James Island Public Service District

Job Category
Public Safety
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with other hours as needed
Job Duties

We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Fire Chief to manage, lead, and direct fire prevention, suppression, and emergency rescue efforts for the JIPSD Fire Department. As Fire Chief, you'll work closely with the District Manager, using your expertise and independent judgment to ensure the safety of our community. You'll also serve as the Director of Emergency Management, overseeing the administration of our Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). This is a critical, essential role in times of emergency. 

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in Fire Science or related field plus ten career (or twenty volunteer) years of experience in Fire Service (or High School Diploma or GED plus twelve years career (or twenty-four years volunteer) experience in Fire Service), four career (or eight volunteer) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity (Fire Captain or Apparatus Officer level or higher).

Pay Info
Based on qualifications and experience.
How to Apply

To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: hr@jipsd.org.

Deadline
Equal Opportunity Employer
The James Island Public Service District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.