Fire Chief

City of Redding•Redding, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Redding is seeking a dynamic, seasoned fire services professional with strong leadership and management skills to serve as the next Redding Fire Department Chief. The ideal candidate is an effective, creative problem solver with strong communication skills who excels at maintaining productive relationships across the City organization and throughout the community we serve. Candidates with a background in fire department administration, fire operations, and community risk reduction plus a desire to provide exceptional fire and emergency services to the Redding Community are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Strong leadership skills
Strong management skills
Effective problem solver
Creative problem solver
Strong communication skills
Ability to maintain productive relationships across the City organization and throughout the community
Background in fire department administration
Background in fire operations
Background in community risk reduction
Positive past employment references
Valid driver's license
Review of driver history record
Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older)
Passing a pre-employment medical exam
Passing a drug and alcohol screening test