{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"06e2da63e3003d895d8b4430","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/06e2da63e3003d895d8b4430","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/06e2da63e3003d895d8b4430","title":"Fire Chief","description":"This position is located in Medford, OR at Rogue Valley International Medford Airport.\nPro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Fire Chief.\nUnder the direction of the Regional Fire Chief, the Fire Chief is responsible for the overall management of emergency response activities, training, and day-to-day operations of the Department. This includes managing a crew of Firefighters and Officers who will provide firefighting (ARFF) related services, assistance in emergency rescue/medical response and service, hazardous operations/hazmat spills response, fueling, and alarm response. The Fire Chief may work closely with other local agencies, and community organizations to maintain a harmonious relationship throughout the organization.\nDuties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:\nEnsure all appropriate logs and records such as activity and call logs, investigations, inspections, alarms, medical reports, financial records, and reports are properly prepared and maintained.\nAssure proper maintenance and reliability of associated equipment, apparatus, buildings, and other facilities.\nAssist in emergency planning and exercise coordination of FAA required annual and tri-annual exercises.\nProvide information services for local agencies to include but not limited to Emergency plans.\nProvide supervision of personnel, conducts annual performance reviews, investigates personnel issues, recommends/prepares, and delivers the performance and disciplinary decisions of all subordinate personnel in accordance with the Policies, Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).\nPartner with human resources in recruitment efforts; conduct interviews and recommend hiring of qualified candidate; onboarding of new employees.\nAssist the Regional Fire Chief with the planning and preparation of the Department annual budget. Control expenditures within the budget appropriation for assigned areas; continuously plan and act to reduce costs and increase effectiveness.\nBe available on off duty days for meetings with Airport Administration, mutual aid agencies or other activities, as requested by the airport.\nSkills and Abilities\nA thorough understanding of and demonstrated experience in NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 and ICS Incident Command Systems.\nAdvanced knowledge and experience of FAA airport operational requirements including FAR Part 139, FAA advisory circulars, airport certification manuals and airport emergency plans.\nStrong technical skills in the areas of assignment as well as the ability to understand and support the mission, vision, guiding values and principles of the Department.\nAdvanced knowledge in all phases of fire protection and/or emergency medical services work including principles and practices of modem fire control, suppression, prevention, investigation and/or emergency medical services delivery and management.\nAbility to analyze situations and act quickly, calmly, and effectively under emergency and other stressful circumstances.\nAbility to respond to emergency situations and assume or delegate authority appropriately, including the physical abilities to participate in fire suppression and emergency activities as needed.\nThorough knowledge of the policies, rules, and regulations of the Department, as well as a working knowledge of the applicable national, state, and local laws, ordinances and codes affecting fire and emergency response services.\nStrong leadership, management and team building skills including strategic planning, personnel management, problem analysis and decision making, adaptability/flexibility, stress tolerance and time management; with the ability to project and foster a customer focused and achievement/oriented department.\nAbility to maintain an effective working relationship with the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport Department that maximizes the service potential of the Department and maintains a positive environment in which members are eager and proud to serve.\nStrong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and present complex ideas/information; and apply appropriate communication techniques to various audiences.\nStrong negotiation and partnering skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Regional Chief, other members of the staff, employees, related agency and regulatory officials, union representatives and the public.\nFinancial management and budgeting skills necessary to effectively manage budgeted resources for the efficient operation of assigned areas with the ability to prepare and supervise the accurate preparation and maintenance of comprehensive reports and records.\nAbility to prepare accurate and detailed reports regarding the handling of routine and emergency duties. Review all reports prior to submission to the Airport Authority.\nAbility to prepare and administer payroll for the Department in coordination with the Payroll Department.\nWorking knowledge and proficiency in the operation of computer equipment and software programs used by the Department, to include Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel.\nCertifications & Licenses\nFirefighter I & II - Required\nHazmat Awareness & Operations in the state of OR - Required\nFire Instructor Certification\nFire Officer Certification\nFire Inspector Certification\nCPR and Oregon EMT Certification - Required\nARFF Driver/Operator - Preferred\nTen (10) years of fire experience including significant experience with ARFF and five (5) years or more of management experience, preferably as a Captain or higher.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent\nCollege Degree (preferred)\nCandidate must comply with Rogue Valley International Medford Airport Fire Department Regulations and Procedures.\nAll candidates must be able to pass a 10-year FBI Criminal History Record Check, a TSA Security Threat Assessment, and maintain a Secure badge. A valid drivers license in good standing is required at all times.\nPro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is the leader in Contracted Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) since 1974. Visit us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.\nPro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $80,000.00 per year\nEducation:\nHigh school or equivalent (Required)\nExperience:\nFirefighting: 10 years (Required)\nManagement: 5 years (Required)\nLicense/Certification:\nEMT/CPR Certification (Required)\nARFF Driver/Operator (Preferred)\nFirefighter I & II (Required)\nHazmat Awareness & Operations (Required)\nFire Instructor Certification (Preferred)\nFire Officer Certification (Preferred)\nAbility to Relocate:\nMedford, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Protec Fire Services","rawCompany":"protec fire services","city":"Bedford","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:02:10.803Z","occupations":[{"code":"33-1021.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-firefighting-and-prevention-workers"},{"code":"33-2011.00","title":"Firefighters","slug":"firefighters"},{"code":"33-2022.00","title":"Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists","slug":"forest-fire-inspectors-and-prevention-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"922160","title":"Fire Protection","slug":"fire-protection"},{"code":"922190","title":"Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities","slug":"other-justice-public-order-and-safety-activities"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Fire Chief","description":"This position is located in Medford, OR at Rogue Valley International Medford Airport.\nPro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Fire Chief.\nUnder the direction of the Regional Fire Chief, the Fire Chief is responsible for the overall management of emergency response activities, training, and day-to-day operations of the Department. This includes managing a crew of Firefighters and Officers who will provide firefighting (ARFF) related services, assistance in emergency rescue/medical response and service, hazardous operations/hazmat spills response, fueling, and alarm response. The Fire Chief may work closely with other local agencies, and community organizations to maintain a harmonious relationship throughout the organization.\nDuties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:\nEnsure all appropriate logs and records such as activity and call logs, investigations, inspections, alarms, medical reports, financial records, and reports are properly prepared and maintained.\nAssure proper maintenance and reliability of associated equipment, apparatus, buildings, and other facilities.\nAssist in emergency planning and exercise coordination of FAA required annual and tri-annual exercises.\nProvide information services for local agencies to include but not limited to Emergency plans.\nProvide supervision of personnel, conducts annual performance reviews, investigates personnel issues, recommends/prepares, and delivers the performance and disciplinary decisions of all subordinate personnel in accordance with the Policies, Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).\nPartner with human resources in recruitment efforts; conduct interviews and recommend hiring of qualified candidate; onboarding of new employees.\nAssist the Regional Fire Chief with the planning and preparation of the Department annual budget. Control expenditures within the budget appropriation for assigned areas; continuously plan and act to reduce costs and increase effectiveness.\nBe available on off duty days for meetings with Airport Administration, mutual aid agencies or other activities, as requested by the airport.\nSkills and Abilities\nA thorough understanding of and demonstrated experience in NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 and ICS Incident Command Systems.\nAdvanced knowledge and experience of FAA airport operational requirements including FAR Part 139, FAA advisory circulars, airport certification manuals and airport emergency plans.\nStrong technical skills in the areas of assignment as well as the ability to understand and support the mission, vision, guiding values and principles of the Department.\nAdvanced knowledge in all phases of fire protection and/or emergency medical services work including principles and practices of modem fire control, suppression, prevention, investigation and/or emergency medical services delivery and management.\nAbility to analyze situations and act quickly, calmly, and effectively under emergency and other stressful circumstances.\nAbility to respond to emergency situations and assume or delegate authority appropriately, including the physical abilities to participate in fire suppression and emergency activities as needed.\nThorough knowledge of the policies, rules, and regulations of the Department, as well as a working knowledge of the applicable national, state, and local laws, ordinances and codes affecting fire and emergency response services.\nStrong leadership, management and team building skills including strategic planning, personnel management, problem analysis and decision making, adaptability/flexibility, stress tolerance and time management; with the ability to project and foster a customer focused and achievement/oriented department.\nAbility to maintain an effective working relationship with the Rogue Valley International Medford Airport Department that maximizes the service potential of the Department and maintains a positive environment in which members are eager and proud to serve.\nStrong oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and present complex ideas/information; and apply appropriate communication techniques to various audiences.\nStrong negotiation and partnering skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Regional Chief, other members of the staff, employees, related agency and regulatory officials, union representatives and the public.\nFinancial management and budgeting skills necessary to effectively manage budgeted resources for the efficient operation of assigned areas with the ability to prepare and supervise the accurate preparation and maintenance of comprehensive reports and records.\nAbility to prepare accurate and detailed reports regarding the handling of routine and emergency duties. Review all reports prior to submission to the Airport Authority.\nAbility to prepare and administer payroll for the Department in coordination with the Payroll Department.\nWorking knowledge and proficiency in the operation of computer equipment and software programs used by the Department, to include Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel.\nCertifications & Licenses\nFirefighter I & II - Required\nHazmat Awareness & Operations in the state of OR - Required\nFire Instructor Certification\nFire Officer Certification\nFire Inspector Certification\nCPR and Oregon EMT Certification - Required\nARFF Driver/Operator - Preferred\nTen (10) years of fire experience including significant experience with ARFF and five (5) years or more of management experience, preferably as a Captain or higher.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent\nCollege Degree (preferred)\nCandidate must comply with Rogue Valley International Medford Airport Fire Department Regulations and Procedures.\nAll candidates must be able to pass a 10-year FBI Criminal History Record Check, a TSA Security Threat Assessment, and maintain a Secure badge. A valid drivers license in good standing is required at all times.\nPro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is the leader in Contracted Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) since 1974. 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