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Description: North Metro Fire Rescue District is now recruiting for the exciting position of Fire Chief. This position has been posted to both internal and external candidates. To be considered further for this position an online application, cover letter and resume must be submitted online through our application tracking system (Neogov) by 5 pm (MST) on January 23, 2025. By submitting an application and other documents the candidate acknowledges that if selected as a finalist, the application and other documents become public records and will be open to public inspection. The Fire Chief is the top executive appointed by the Board of Directors ("Board") and is responsible for all administrative, financial, and operational aspects of the district under the governance of the Board. The Fire Chief oversees and directs the Executive Leadership Team in the development and implementation of rules, policies, and procedures for the efficient and effective functioning of the district and the varied services it provides to the community. These efforts will be consistent with the Board's approved strategic goals, direction, and policies, applicable laws (defined below), and in strong alignment with the district's Mission and Values. 2025 Salary: $230,000 to $256,000 annually. Pay is commensurate with applicable experience and qualifications. North Metro Fire Rescue District offers a generous benefits package that currently includes health, dental, life, Retiree Health Savings (RHS) contribution, 457 employer match, district vehicle, Long Term Disability/Short Term Disability benefits, Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA) pension, onsite fitness center, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Refer to the benefits summary for further details. Fire Chief Brochure 2025 Fire Chief Hiring Process Important Testing Dates: (Dates and activities are tentative and may change based on district needs). Candidates invited to progress to the next step must be available in person:
REPORTS TO: Board of Directors DIRECT REPORTS: Leadership Team. FLSA STATUS: This position isexempt from the minimum wage and overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act. REQUISITION #: 3 The Equal Pay Act of 2021 requires North Metro Fire Rescue to notify all current employees of a new or vacant position that is a promotional opportunity. A "promotional opportunity" exists when North Metro Fire Rescue has or anticipates a vacancy in an existing or new position that could be considered a promotion for one or more of its current employees in terms of compensation, benefits, status, duties, or access to further advancement. This position is not covered by the North Metro Fire Rescue District Civil Service Committee. The position is expected to direct District activities in the fulfillment of the district's department slogan, mission statement and core values. The Fire Chief is responsible for implementing the written or oral rules, policies, practices, or procedures (collectively, the "Rules") established by the Board, and carrying out the duties of the position in accordance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, and ordinances, including but not limited to the duties imposed by the Colorado Special District Act, C.R.S. 32-1-1002, applicable medical protocols, and applicable Fire Code(s) and Nationally Recognized Standards (collectively, "applicable laws"). Work is performed with a wide latitude for independent judgment and action. The Board measures performance through actions observed within (and sometimes beyond) the scope of conferences, meetings, report work products, labor and management relations, financial stewardship, interpersonal interactions, and the overall success of the district's programs and activities. This position is "at-will," which means the Board may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for no reason, subject only to the requirements of Federal and State law. Similarly, the employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for no reason, without prior notice. If the district and the Fire Chief have entered into an employment agreement, the terms of the employment agreement will supersede any conflicting provision in this Job Description. The following duties are all essential functions of the Fire Chief position. Persons in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by this position. The following statements are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive, and they do not include other non-essential or peripheral duties that are required. The Board may modify or change the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position, and may modify the scope of the position, as it deems appropriate. The following statements are general and are intended to include inherent and implied duties and responsibilities. General Duties
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