Internal Only - Battalion Chief

Summary

Springfield Fire Department Chief Fire Officer

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the Selection Process outlined below.

Interview (75% of overall score): First two weeks of November, individual interview times to be assigned.

Chief Fire Officer Designation Assignment (25% of overall score): Candidates will complete the Learning and Experience components modeled after the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) professional designation process. Candidate packets are expected to be sent via email on 10/15/26. Candidates must successfully pass each phase of the selection process to receive a final score and be placed on the eligibility list. The City reserves the right to adjust scheduled dates and locations as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Two years of cumulative service in the rank(s) of Fire Captain, Fire Training Captain or Fire Marshal
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain IFSAC certification through the Missouri Division of Fire Safety as Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer II, and Instructor I. Must have completed ICS 300.
• Must obtain ICS 400 within one year of appointment
• Must obtain or maintain professional designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence.
• May be required to complete additional training or certification depending on assignment.

Other Requirements

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Job Description

Springfield Fire Department Chief Fire Officer

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the Selection Process outlined below.

Interview (75% of overall score): First two weeks of November, individual interview times to be assigned.

Chief Fire Officer Designation Assignment (25% of overall score): Candidates will complete the Learning and Experience components modeled after the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) professional designation process. Candidate packets are expected to be sent via email on 10/15/26. Candidates must successfully pass each phase of the selection process to receive a final score and be placed on the eligibility list. The City reserves the right to adjust scheduled dates and locations as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Two years of cumulative service in the rank(s) of Fire Captain, Fire Training Captain or Fire Marshal
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain IFSAC certification through the Missouri Division of Fire Safety as Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer II, and Instructor I. Must have completed ICS 300.
• Must obtain ICS 400 within one year of appointment
• Must obtain or maintain professional designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence.
• May be required to complete additional training or certification depending on assignment.

Other Requirements

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.