Prudence Island Volunteer Fire Department
ANNOUNCES JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR
FIRE CHIEF
Position Overview:
The Fire Chief should be a professional command level fire officer, with demonstrated experience leading a fire department and who embraces a high level of personal and departmental accountability. The selected candidate should have extensive knowledge of fire suppression, emergency medical service, fire prevention, and emergency management.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- EMT-Basic (Cardiac/paramedic preferred but not required)
- RI FFI-FF2 with Hazmat Certification
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Fire Department operation, with 5-years of command experienced preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or Management or any equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
All qualified interested applicants can request position profile information via email to Chief@pivfd.org. All qualified interested applicants should submit a resume along with copies of certifications and licenses directly to the Chief@pivfd.org. Applications may be submitted in person, by US Postal mail: Prudence Island Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 305, Prudence Island, RI 02872 or by email to Chief@pivfd.org. The Deadline for submitting applications is August 18, 2023.
In compliance with Federal and State regulations, qualified applicants are considered for this position without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age , gender, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status or disabilities that do not interfere with job performance.
Request for PIVFD Chief's Position Profile Information