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Cache County Corporation is accepting applications for a Fire Chief for the Cache County Fire Department. Under the general direction of the County Executive, the Fire Chief provides administrative direction and leadership for all functions, operations and department personnel in accomplishing the Fire Departments mission of protecting life and property.

The Fire Chief is an appointed, exempt position. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment, retirement contributions, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays. Full-time employees also receive 18 days of personal leave in the first year of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include emergency response leadership, budget preparation, policy development, staff performance management, and fostering positive relationships with mutual aid partners and the community. This role requires someone who is a strategic leader committed to operational excellence, team development, and public safety.

For a complete description of responsibilities, please see the attached job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Fire Science, Business Administration or related field, OR
• Four (4) years of job related training; AND
• Ten (10) years of full-time service including 5 years in a supervisory capacity; including five (5) years of experience in an administrative capacity; AND
• Experience in a volunteer or combination fire department with EMS responsibilities required; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Please see the attached job description for a complete list of Licensing/Certifications required.

Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License endorsement or certification of Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention Program (EVAP/Class E).
• Cannot have any charges for DUI, drugs, alcohol, or alcohol related reckless during the past 24 months; cannot have more than 2 moving violations during the past 24 months, cannot have had driver's license revoked or suspended in the last 12 months.
• No convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs or reckless driving offenses within the previous five (5) years or no more than two (2) moving violations within the previous 24 months.

ABOUT THE CACHE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT (CCFD)

The Cache County Fire Department (CCFD) provides a wide range of critical services to the community which include structural and wildland fire suppression, advanced life support (ALS) ambulance services in the Cache County Fire Department response area, rescue operations, vehicle extrication, public education, occupancy inspections, and public assistance. Operating on a 2025 budget of $3,951,000, the department has a staff of 16 FTEs, which includes the Fire Chief, a Deputy Chief, Operations Chief, and EMS Assistant Chief, 3 Captains, 6 Firefighters, and 41 part time and paid-on-call personnel. In 2024, the department responded to 1,053 calls. County personnel work in close cooperation with 10 local volunteer or career departments.

ABOUT CACHE COUNTY

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputatio n of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring produc ions. We've got great restaurants too. Visit https://www.explorelogan.com for more info.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This is a career service position. Cache County is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Carli Smart at carli.smart@cachecounty.gov.

Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so in the body of the cover letter by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://cachecounty.applicantpro.com/jobs/3659803-218267.html