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03/02/2015
Fire Chief
Concord Township Fire Department
Due to the pending retirement of their long tenured incumbent, Concord Township is accepting applications for the position of Fire Chief. Concord Township is a progressive, growing community located in central Lake County five miles from the shores of Lake Erie. Concord Township is known for its high-quality of life, semi-rural atmosphere and varied housing mix including planned and golf course communities. Concord Township features numerous recreational opportunities and park lands, and has positioned itself for future economic growth and development. The Concord Township Fire Department is a combination department with 18 career and 40 part-time personnel operating from two fire stations. The department is a full-service agency that provides emergency response services and community outreach to 18,200 residents in an area spanning 23 square miles.
The Fire Chief reports directly to the Board of Trustees and is expected to be highly visible and active in the community. This position requires a visionary leader with exceptional character and integrity, strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships. Successful applicants will have a broad background in all aspects of service delivery including suppression, EMS, prevention and inspection; and possess astute financial management skills.
Applicants should have a proven record of leadership with a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible full-time fire service experience, with five or more years of permanent assignment as a command officer (i.e. Battalion Chief /shift officer or above). Applicants must possess the following Ohio certifications: Firefighter Level II, EMT-B, CFSI, fire or EMS instructor and a valid Ohio Operator’s License. Applicants must also possess a bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Safety Management, Business Administration or a related field. Completion of an advanced degree, the Ohio Fire Executive Program (OFE) or Executive Fire Officer Program (EFO) is desirable. The successful applicant must be in good physical condition and have the ability to pass all pre-employment screenings including physical examination and drug screening.
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000, DOQ and experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
To apply for this position, please download and complete the application form Concord Twp Application for Employment and submit by mail along with a cover letter, resume, including experience and achievements in program and project management, and copies of relevant certifications to:
Mrs. Erica Zimmerman
Ohio Fire Chiefs’ Association
450 West Wilson Bridge Road, Suite 150
Worthington, OH 43085
Deadline for application submission is March 27, 2015 at 3:00 pm.
Concord Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
