The City of Champaign, IL, seeks an innovative professional with strong leadership abilities and fire management experience to serve as Fire Chief for a department of 99 sworn and 13 civilian personnel, overseeing an operating budget of $12 million. The City of Champaign is a vibrant, high growth, and diverse community in central Illinois, approximately 2 hours south of Chicago.
The City of Champaign operates under a Council-Manager form of government. Candidates must have extensive experience in fire service as a Chief, Deputy Chief, or equivalent; graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree in fire science, public administration or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Master's degree preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of current issues in fire management and the principles of public administration; comprehensive knowledge of building and construction codes; and the ability to organize, direct and control local fire and emergency operations consistent with the requirements of laws, union contracts and municipal policy is desired.
Salary range for the Fire Chief is $114,274 to $154,270 annually. Appointment salary DOQ. Excellent fringe benefit package. The City seeks an individual who shares the City's values of Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, and Results. Applications received by email by January 17, 2014 will be given full consideration. To apply, email letter of application, three references, salary history, salary requirements, and resume to [email protected]. For further information please visit, www.ci.champaign.il.us/jobs
