Chief Administrative Officer - Fire

The Boise Fire Department is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer to provide executive leadership and overall management of the department’s Business Services Division. This position oversees supervisory, administrative and professional services that support the department’s business operations and long-range goals.

As an active member of the department’s executive management team, the Chief Administrative Officer plays a key role in shaping short- and long-range strategy and provides leadership and guidance on administrative operations, policies and procedures. The position works closely with the Fire Chief and department leadership to advance organizational priorities and ensure initiatives are carried through to successful completion.

This executive-level position operates with considerable independence, judgment and discretion in the performance of assigned responsibilities, working under the administrative direction and overall intent of the Fire Chief.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, public administration or a related field
• And fifteen years of increasingly responsible management, supervisory and administration experience including years of experience in fire service administration/management
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid state‑issued driver's license.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check
• Boise Police Department Criminal Justice Information System Background Check (BPD CJIS)
• Hybrid Work Eligible

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your familly.
• PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Oversees a group of managers and supervisors in a specific area; develops and implements related management policies for the assigned department(s); and develops staffing structures and evaluates the success of lower-level managers in the assigned department(s).

Manages all facets of administrative services for the department. Provides objective analysis of current administrative functions and processes, identifies opportunities for change to create desired capacity for other departmental needs and communicates these service alternatives to department leadership, the mayor and council. Facilitates consensus and the desired restructuring of administrative processes, staffing and functions. Manages all administrative and change management processes necessary to realize identified efficiencies.

Serves as a liaison with other city departments regarding administrative, financial and employment matters and as a team member working toward common goals across departments.

Develops and manages strategic planning and project management efforts following citywide objectives and processes. Creates and maintains the department's project portfolio. Anticipates needs for associated change management for project and program implementation and improvement. Develops, leads and monitors the short- and long-range project and program management of initiatives relating to a variety of objectives, including operational efficiencies, process improvements, implementation of best practices, interdepartmental coordination ordinance and policy development;

communication with mayor/council, employee development and performance management, joint powers agreement, records…