Deputy Fire Chief

The town of East Longmeadow is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Fire Chief.

This position is best suited for a progressive leader with a vision for community engagement, active and collaborative leadership, and innovative thinking toward managing today’s fire and emergency medical service. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate proven leadership through a high level of uniformed experience in the management of fire departments (deputy, captain or lieutenant), offer a record of accomplishments in technical skills, and have outstanding communication skills to develop and retain credibility, respect, and trust within the department and throughout the community. The successful candidate will have significant operational, in-depth knowledge in fire, rescue and prevention services and a strong understanding of fire-based EMS at the advanced life support level. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to lead and inspire staff, effectively manage projects, initiatives and resources within the confines of an approved annual operating budget and town priorities. Visit the town of East Longmeadow’s website to view the full job postings and application instructions here: eastlongmeadowma.gov/jobs.aspx. Application deadline is 4:00 p.m. on March 18.