Fire Division Chief

Position Overview

The Fire Division Chief is responsible for the daily management, direction, and planning of all operations within the Fire Division of the Emergency Management Department. The position oversees staff, resources, and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and standards, ensuring effective emergency response and public safety.

Unclassified Position. Current vacancy is in the Emergency Management Department. Starting salary range: $99,677–$138,675.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible fire service experience as a paid, certified Firefighter.
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience managing a major division within a municipal city or county fire department.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

• One year of active experience as a Chief Officer within the last three (3) years.
• Experience in Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF).
• Experience as a Hazardous Materials (Haz Mat) Technician.

• Valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Certified Firefighter status in the State of Georgia.
• National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board) Firefighter I and Firefighter II.
• National Registry EMT certification.
• Incident Command System (ICS) courses 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• ICS courses G191, 300, and 400 within nine (9) months of hire.
• Fire Officer III certification within six (6) months of hire, as outlined in NFPA 1021.
• Basic Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) certification within nine (9) months of hire.

• Chief Fire Officer (CFO)
• Executive Fire Officer (EFO)
• EMT-Paramedic
• Hazardous Materials (Haz Mat) Technician

Must demonstrate proficiency in performing essential functions, learning, comprehending, and applying all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

• A comprehensive background investigation is required, including a local, state, and federal criminal history check, financial background check, and sex offender registry check.
• Satisfactory results from a high-risk medical evaluation and pre-employment substance-abuse testing; random controlled substance testing may be required.
• Must meet minimum physical agility requirements established by the Georgia Firefighters Standards and Training Council and minimum medical fitness requirements of NFPA 1582.

The examination consists of a review of education and experience, analyzed through the application. Applicants must document that they possess the minimum knowledge, skills, education, and experience as listed to be rated as eligible. If selected, an official, accredited college transcript for all degrees used to qualify must be provided at time of employment.

All applications must be completed in full before they are submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submission, as errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. Additional information will not be accepted after allocations are received by the Personnel Department.

The Fire Division Chief manages, directs, and plans the daily operations of the Fire Division within the Emergency Management Department. This is the fifth level within a five-level fire classification series that provides response to emergency calls, operation of fire apparatus, equipment, fire suppression, rescue operations, emergency medical treatment, and related firefighting activities. Fire Division Chief is distinguished from Fire Battalion Chief in that the former is responsible for planning and programming of duties related to directing the operations and activities of the fire division within the Emergency Management Department, whereas the latter manages the day-to-day operations of the fire division within the Emergency Management Department.