Fire Chief

Felton Fire is moving from an all-volunteer model to a combination fire service, and the next Chief will lead that transition. This is a working chief's position — you will manage the organization for a five-member elected Board, and take command on the fire ground.

Salary

$166,998 – $193,034 DOE

Reports to

Board of Directors

Sick leave

168 hours at base pay

Vacation

144 hours at base pay

Insurance stipend

$12,000 per year

457(b)

District contribution up to 10% of base pay

Vehicle

District-provided

Residency

Within response distance of the Felton station within six months of hire

Minimum Qualifications

• Company Officer certification — CSFM, ProBoard Officer 2, or NFA Officer 2
• High school graduate or equivalency; Associate's degree or higher preferred
• Fifteen years in the fire service, including five at Captain or above