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Fire Chief, City of Walhalla

Job Category
Fire
Employee Status
Full Time
Position Hours
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., or 24/48 shifts depending on staffing
Job Duties

Performs supervisory, administrative, technical and professional work in planning, organizing, directing, and leading the Fire Department, including fire prevention, suppression and emergency medical services to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by fire rescue. The Fire Chief is responsible for quality customer service, short- and long-term planning, operation and maintenance of fire and emergency response equipment, effectively managing capital projects and managing the fire department budget.

 

Qualifications

(A) Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalency, with additional training in fire services, public administration or similar field; and (B) Minimum of seven years of experience in fire or emergency service work, with three years at the equivalent of fire captain or higher; (C) Completion of the Fire Basic Training Academy or equivalent; (D) Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay Info
Starting pay range $65,000 - $70,000
How to Apply

Please complete the online application at Job Opportunities – City of Walhalla and submit. You may also download the Employment Application Form, complete and submit to City Hall, located at 206 N Church St, Walhalla, SC 29691.

You may attach a resume, CV, cover letter or other supporting documentation to the Employment Application form.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and various background checks, which may include criminal history, driving record, employment history, education verification and personal references.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Walhalla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability status in employment or the provision of services.