Deputy Fire Chief

South Ogden City • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

South Ogden City is seeking an experienced, collaborative fire service leader to serve as Deputy Fire Chief. As second-in-command, the Deputy Fire Chief partners with the Fire Chief to guide daily Fire and EMS operations, develop personnel, maintain emergency readiness, and help shape the department’s future. The role calls for trust-building, clear communication, sound operational judgment, accountability, and commitment to service.

The Deputy Fire Chief contributes to incident command, officer development, strategic planning, budgeting, and collaboration with City and regional partners. The position offers the opportunity to make an impact in a close-knit community, strengthen department operations, support emerging fire service leaders, and take on progressively broader responsibilities while expanding executive leadership experience.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of full-time professional fire service experience, including five years of supervision at Captain rank or higher, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Firefighter I and II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Inspector I certifications; qualifying reciprocity is accepted, and required Utah certifications must be obtained within six months.
• Current Utah AEMT certification at appointment.
• A valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to establish and maintain a primary residence within 20 straight-line miles of South Ogden City limits within 12 months of appointment.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Paramedic certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Fire Chief to guide daily Fire and EMS operations.
• Develop personnel and support officer development.
• Maintain emergency readiness.
• Help shape the department’s future and strengthen department operations.
• Participate in incident command.
• Contribute to strategic planning and budgeting.
• Collaborate with City and regional partners.
• Support the next generation of fire service leaders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior