Fire Chief

JOB REQUIREMENTS: The City of Green Bay is seeking an experienced fire

service administrator with exceptional interpersonal skills and

progressive management experience to serve as its Fire Chief. The

successful candidate will possess a proven track record of innovative

initiatives that have resulted in operational efficiencies. The Fire

Chief has overall direction of fire prevention, fire suppression, and

emergency medical services (EMS). The City of Green Bay is a thriving

city; it is the third largest city in the state of Wisconsin, with a

population of approximately 107,000 and home to the Green Bay Packers.

The Green Bay Metro Fire Department services the City of Green Bay and

the neighboring villages of Allouez and Bellevue. The Fire Department

has approximately 220 employees, 8 fire stations, and an operating

budget of \$21.7 million. In 2025, the department responded to over

18,500 calls for service, including approximately 12,000 emergency

medical calls. Strong strategic leadership and communication skills are

required, along with labor relations, project management and budgetary

experience. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a

history of successful partnerships with other municipal and fire service

agencies, promoting cooperation and increased efficiency. Examples of

Duties: Provides strategic leadership and management of the Fire

Department. Plans, organizes and directs the prevention and control of

fire and the protection of life and property in medical emergencies and

natural disasters. Determines operational policies to be followed by

department personnel. Directs major operations involving multiple units

and organizations. Directs and plans for the care and maintenance of all

departmental supplies, equipment and vehicles. Analyzes budgetary

problems within the department and submits an annual budget and bond

issue items for consideration. Develops, reviews and updates long-range

operational and capital plans. Determines staffing, service levels and

budgetary needs. Determines personnel policies, training requirements

and disciplinary actions as required. Provides input to the City\'s

labor negotiator and is a participant in collective bargaining and

grievance resolution. Directs, oversees and participates in employee

recruitments, testing and hiring. Develops promotional guidelines.

Plans, directs and participates in Command Staff professional growth and

development. Prepares performance appraisals for direct reports.

Represents department in all matters related to fire suppression and

medical emergencies. Confers with City officials, civic groups,

businesses and citizens on fire prevention and suppression, fire codes

and EMS. Promotes and clarifies departmental policies, functions and

goals. Responds to requests and inquiries from the media, officials and

the public. Attends all City Council and committee meetings that

consider fire budget, department or personnel matters; meets regularly

with the Police and Fire Commission. Assists in the development of

regulatory ordinances and laws regarding fire safety. Attends schools,

conferences and seminars on relevant subject matters. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications Required: -Seven

years progressively responsible supervisory experience in a fire

department of comparable size. -Valid driver\'s license and good driving

record. -Graduate of the Executive Fire Officer Program at the National

Fire Academy is desired. -Chief Fire Officer Designation (CFOD) desired.

A combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be

considered. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of

modern methods of fire department administration, principles and

practices of fire prevention and suppression, pre-hospital emergency

medical care, technical rescue and disaster management and the use and

maintenance of fire fighting equipment and apparatus. Considerab e

knowledge of laws, codes and ordinances pertaining to building

construction, electrical installations and storage/handling of hazardous

materials. Knowledge and understanding of labor and employee relations.

Knowledge and understanding of community based fire and safety education

programs, design, and implementation. Comprehensive skill in the

application of modern fire suppression and prevention techniques; the

evaluation and implementation of tactical and operational requirements;

selecting, assigning, training and evaluating subordinates; planning,

scheduling and directing the work of others. Considerable skill in

preparing reports; establishing and maintaining effective working

relationships with others; analyzing fire problems and developing

policies, plans and procedures; expressing oneself clearly and

concisely, both verbally and in writing. Considerable skill in planning,

organizing, setting goals and objectives and analyzing the effectiveness

of the department based upon changing conditions in the City. Skill in

forecasting future needs and establishing priorities. Ability to utilize

computer equipment and various software programs. Ability to effectively

direct the operations of personnel and equipment under emergency

conditions. Ability to draft and administer a multi-million dollar

budget and command respect from subordinates; create and implement

long-range plans, interact with city officials, the media and the

general public. Ability to interpret and administer labor contracts and

deal effectively with unions. Ability to work the required hours of the

position. May be required to demonstrate minimum competency by

successfully passing approved tests. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION

INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/greenbaywi/default.cfm