CLOSED PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY: FIRE DIVISION CHIEF

Posted 17 days ago

city of san marcos caSan Marcos (CA)

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers Fire Protection

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About the role

Summary Description This recruitment for Fire Division Chief is a Closed Promotional opportunity and is open only to regular full-time City employees who have passed their original probationary period, or at-will full-time City employees who have completed twelve consecutive months of employment, and who meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Applications from individuals who do not meet these criteria will not be accepted. The City of San Marcos is seeking a proven leader who is ready to take initiative, deliver results, and exemplify the Fire Department’s core values of integrity, competency, leadership, safety, and customer service. As Fire Division Chief, you will uphold the standard of excellence expected by San Marcos residents and the Fire Chief. You will serve on the front lines when emergencies demand it while also acting as a mentor, organizational leader, and advocate for community safety. You will collaborate regularly with other City departments, provide direct support to the Fire Chief, and effectively address sensitive and controversial issues on behalf of the City. Because San Marcos values innovation and vision, you will be expected to remain current with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply your expertise to improve business processes and service delivery. As a Department leader, you will exercise responsible stewardship of City resources, develop staff, maintain operational readiness, and be accountable to the highest standards of personal conduct and professional expertise. You will also be expected to contribute wherever and whenever duty calls. Under administrative direction, the Fire Division Chief directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of an assigned division within the Fire Department. Responsibilities may include operations, training, facilities and equipment maintenance, fire prevention, disaster preparedness, public education, and related programs and services. The Fire Division Chief responds to emergency incidents; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Fire Chief. 2026 Fire Division Chief Promotional Exam Process

Education And Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education/Training A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in fire science, fire administration, public administration, or a related field is highly desirable at the time of appointment. Experience Eight years of increasingly responsible experience with an agency providing a full range of urban fire protection services, including two years of management and administrative responsibility at the Battalion Chief level. Highly desirable experience : Three years of command and leadership experience as a Division, Assistant or Deputy Chief, with a combination of field operations and administrative responsibilities. License or Certificate Possession of a valid Class C driver's license with a Firefighter Endorsement Satisfactory driving record Possession of a valid CPR Certificate Possession of a Hazardous Materials First Responder Incident Command certificate Possession of Strike Team Leader certificate Possession of Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Fire Officer certifications issued by the State of California A Chief Officer certificate issued by the State of California is recommended.

Special Requirements: Any person hired as a Fire Division Chief after July 1, 1992, must remain a nonsmoker throughout employment with the San Marcos Fire Department. The Fire Division Chief must have no federal or state felony convictions and must reside within the department's residency boundary.

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