Rowlett Fire Chief

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clear career professionalsRowlett (TX)

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers Fire Protection

SENIORITY

Director

SALARY

$166,283.75 to $266,885.42

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About the role

Fire Chief Position The Fire Chief reports to the City Manager and directs all operations of the Rowlett Fire Department, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, and community risk reduction. The position prepares and administers the department budget, supervises assistant chiefs and administrative staff, sets standards for training and readiness, and represents the department to the City Council and the community. Interim leadership has been in place since March 2026. (Former Chief retired 2.28.2026) The city is completing its recruitment for a permanent City Manager, so the next Fire Chief arrives as the executive team takes its new shape, with the chance to build that working relationship from the first day rather than inherit one. The immediate work is leadership. Members describe strong training habits and real pride in the job. The next Chief listens first, makes decisions people can follow, and stays long enough for them to hold. The parallel work is administrative: budget, staffing, facilities, and apparatus planning that reach past the next fiscal year. This is not a stepping stone, and it is not a caretaker role. Rowlett is looking for an experienced fire service leader who intends to build a career here and finish it.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, or a related field
Eight years of paid fire service experience, including four years as a Chief Officer or higher
Completion of a fire academy or equivalent training accepted in the candidate's state of certification
Valid driver's licenseNIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree
National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer
Chief Fire Officer designation, Center for Public Safety ExcellenceTEEX Fire Service Chief Executive Officer, Texas Fire Chiefs Certified Fire Executive, or a comparable state fire executive credential
Fire Officer IV, TCFP Master Firefighter, or equivalent certification from another state

Salary & Benefits: The salary range for this position is $166,283.75 to $266,885.42, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Benefits Include:

Participation in the Texas Municipal Retirement System with a 2-to-1 city match
Optional participation in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
Vehicle and technology allowances as negotiated in the employment agreement
For more information on this position contact:
Clear Career Professionals Michael Boese, President 214-550-2850 Ext 4 michael@clearcareerpro.comorDaniel Kistner, Vice President 214-550-2850 Ext 703 danny@clearcareerpro.com

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