Date Posted:

October 4, 2018

Salary:

The negotiable salary range for this executive-level position is $183,000 to $201,000, depending on experience and qualification

Description:

The County of Santa Barbara is seeking an accomplished contemporary fire administrator with a commitment to service and demonstrated accomplishments. This at-will executive level position reports to the five-member County Board of Supervisors with administrative supervision from the CEO. The new Fire Chief will oversee 285 FTEs providing services through 16 fire stations and an annual FY 17/18 operating budget of $71.8 million. Experience in a mid-to-large size department with ALS/EMS capacity, large and diverse geographic service areas as well as experience or familiarity with the wildland/urban interface is necessary to succeed in this position.

Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of increasingly responsible senior management/executive experience within a comparable fire department. A Master’s degree is strongly desired. Working knowledge of California EMSA standards along with an advanced understanding of ICS and SIMS/NIMS is expected.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and professional references to apply@ralphandersen.com no later than Monday, November 5, 2018. Confidential inquiries are encouraged to Heather Renschler or Lamont Ewell at (916) 630-4900. Detailed recruitment brochure at www.ralphandersen.com.

Filing Deadline:

November 5, 2018