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Job Description
Fire Division Chief
City of Gilroy, CA
The City of Gilroy is seeking two experienced fire service professionals to help lead its well-regarded Fire Department. The new Fire Division Chiefs will support a department that is well thought of by its community. The ideal candidates must be dynamic leaders, teachers, mentors, and experienced at developing relationships in a team environment. They must have shown the ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making both in an emergency response environment and in administrative and management situations. They must be excellent communicators and be able to express themselves clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Strong emotional and social intelligence skills are necessary. The ability to successfully interact with different personalities and work styles is important.
The minimum requirements for this position are a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, fire science, fire technology, other fire-service related programs, or another related field of study, and six (6) years of full time paid experience in an organized Fire Department which includes a minimum of three (3) years as a Fire Captain or higher. Further, the three (3) years of Captain experience must include structural and wildland firefighting work experience.
The annual salary range is $160,738 to $220,767 DOQE. The City provides an outstanding benefit package.
To apply, please apply directly to the City of Gilroy at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgilroy The City will contact candidates for next steps.
Please do not hesitate to contact Diana Bishop at (408) 800-7653 if you have questions about this position or the recruitment process. A detailed brochure is available at: www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Open until filled
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Job Requirements
see above
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Peckham & McKenney
Show moreWith over 50 years of combined experience in executive search, management and local government, Peckham & McKenney brings a high level of understanding and service to their clients and candidates.
Peckham & McKenney provides Executive Search and Consulting services to local government agencies throughout the Western United States and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Lake Tahoe and a presence in Denver, CO.
Peckham & McKenney was established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must be dedicated to providing its clients and candidates with professional service, as well as a personal, hands-on approach. Our business philosophy centers upon the understanding that this is a "people" oriented industry and that attention to others' needs is the key to providing excellent customer service. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both clients and candidates with the utmost respect that they deserve.
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