Job Recruitment: Brattleboro Fire Chief
The Town of Brattleboro, Vermont, is seeking its next Fire Chief to lead our Fire Department. Brattleboro, a town of approximately 12,000 people, is the cultural and economic hub of southern Vermont. With access to both urban and rural spaces, there is something for everyone in our small, resilient community.
Brattleboro Fire Chief
Pay Range: FY25 $108,403.47 to $121,722.32 annually (includes comprehensive benefits)
Job Posted: November 4, 2024
Screening Interviews: Begins week of December 2, 2024
In-Person Oral Boards: Begins week of December 16, 2024
View the complete job description as a PDF or online.
Our Community
Brattleboro has a strong sense of place, a rich heritage, and a diverse economy. It is home to a vibrant downtown, walkable neighborhoods, a quality school district, preserved natural areas, and great access to shopping, recreation, and the arts.
Our Organization
The Town of Brattleboro employs about 170 employees across 11 departments (view our organizational chart here). The Town operates on an annual budget of about $23 million. Brattleboro has a five-person Selectboard, a form of government common in New England communities. Brattleboro holds an annual Representative Town Meeting in which meeting members discuss, debate, and vote on the town budget and on a number of other binding and non-binding policies.
Our Fire Department
Founded in 1831, the Brattleboro Fire Department is guided by its motto: Our Town, Our People, Our Responsibility. The department is currently made up of 35 career staff, including dual-role firefighters and single-role paramedics, who staff the station 24/7. Three platoons respond to all nature of emergencies in addition to fires, including car accidents, hazardous materials incidents, medical emergencies, and wildland fires. The department responds to about 4,200 emergency calls a year. All department firefighters are certified as at least Emergency Medical Technicians.
Our Fire Chief
The Fire Chief performs professional technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, and directing the operations of the Brattleboro Fire Department. This is a full-time management position, which includes responsibility for department personnel, budget development, financial management, emergency preparedness, and community engagement.
The Fire Chief is responsible for the effective delivery of Fire and EMS services to the community. The Fire Chief is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, controlling, and staffing all activities of the department and training its personnel. The Fire Chief is also responsible for its continued and efficient operation, including the department’s relations with the public, local government, and other related agencies. Responsible for enforcement of rules, policies and regulations within the department, creating a climate where people want to contribute their best; able to motivate different kinds of people and teams.
Our Ideal Candidate
Fire Service Experience: Experience in fire suppression, prevention, emergency medical response, and emergency preparedness, in any combination. Maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record throughout employment. Experience actively supporting diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts; and demonstrated ability to learn new methods and stay current in the field. With at least five years of supervisory and administrative experience in a full-time fire department.
Certifications/Education: Graduation from an accredited high school supplemented by completion of courses in modern firefighting methods and techniques or any combination of schooling and equivalent experience, A post-graduate degree in relevant field, such as fire science, business administration, or public administration preferred. Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician preferred or attainable within one year from date of hire. Certification as Fire Officer II or equivalent, required. Executive Fire Officer (National Fire Academy), encouraged.
View the job posting for a complete list of qualifications.
Our Benefits
The Town of Brattleboro offers a competitive benefits package. To see the range of what the Town offers, visit our Online Benefits Portal.
Brattleboro Fire Chief
Pay Range: FY25 $108,403.47 to $121,722.32 annually (includes comprehensive benefits)
Job Posted: November 4, 2024
Screening Interviews: Begins week of December 2, 2024
In-Person Oral Boards: Begins week of December 16, 2024