County of Marin
Fire Division Chief (Special Operations & Programs)
County of Marin, San Rafael, California, United States, 94911
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
Marin County Fire Department:
Our employees are important assets in the actualization of our mission. They each play a vital role and carry the responsibility to express our department values in their daily work. Click on the MCFD link to learn more about our department and the people who make our organization a great place to work: MCFD
The Marin County Fire Department is seeking one experienced Fire Division Chief.
The new position of Fire Division Chief - Special Operations & Programs will join the Marin County Fire Department at the executive level, responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction, policy control, and oversight of the special operations and programs.
The Division Chief – Special Operations & Programs is a safety classification within the Marin County Fire Department. This classification is distinguished from the Deputy Fire Chief, who serves as second in command with responsibility for multiple divisions and functional areas. It is further distinguished from the Battalion Chief, who directs personnel and programs on an assigned shift. The Division Chief – Special Operations & Programs has responsibility for major programs or divisions, supervision of Battalion Chiefs, and regularly engages with allied agencies and their respective administrators.
The position is based at the Marin County Fire Department‘s Headquarters in San Rafael, CA and will be expected to attend meeting at various locations throughout Marin.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Leadership and management of the Special Operations, including Urban Search & Rescue (USAR), Water Rescue, Air, Heavy Equipment, Warehouse and Fire Crews.
Performing administrative and management functions including budget development and monitoring; analysis work including preparation of reports; procurement oversight of capital assets; formulation of work plans, programs, and long-range strategic planning.
Having a work unit that provides great customer service.
Representing the Department through - public presentations and hearings; state, regional, County, or inter-agency committees; and cooperative programs.
Ensuring that assigned division goals and objectives are accomplished by supervising and coordinating staff efforts; developing and implementing procedures and work plans; and reviewing and evaluating assigned division performance.
For more information about the position, please view the full class specification.
For detailed information about this exceptional career opportunity, required qualifications, and the application instructions, simply Click Here.
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Linda Kline at linda.kline@marincounty.gov.
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List:
Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held within the first three weeks of December 2025.
Disaster Service Workers:
All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
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Marin County Fire Department:
Our employees are important assets in the actualization of our mission. They each play a vital role and carry the responsibility to express our department values in their daily work. Click on the MCFD link to learn more about our department and the people who make our organization a great place to work: MCFD
The Marin County Fire Department is seeking one experienced Fire Division Chief.
The new position of Fire Division Chief - Special Operations & Programs will join the Marin County Fire Department at the executive level, responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction, policy control, and oversight of the special operations and programs.
The Division Chief – Special Operations & Programs is a safety classification within the Marin County Fire Department. This classification is distinguished from the Deputy Fire Chief, who serves as second in command with responsibility for multiple divisions and functional areas. It is further distinguished from the Battalion Chief, who directs personnel and programs on an assigned shift. The Division Chief – Special Operations & Programs has responsibility for major programs or divisions, supervision of Battalion Chiefs, and regularly engages with allied agencies and their respective administrators.
The position is based at the Marin County Fire Department‘s Headquarters in San Rafael, CA and will be expected to attend meeting at various locations throughout Marin.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Leadership and management of the Special Operations, including Urban Search & Rescue (USAR), Water Rescue, Air, Heavy Equipment, Warehouse and Fire Crews.
Performing administrative and management functions including budget development and monitoring; analysis work including preparation of reports; procurement oversight of capital assets; formulation of work plans, programs, and long-range strategic planning.
Having a work unit that provides great customer service.
Representing the Department through - public presentations and hearings; state, regional, County, or inter-agency committees; and cooperative programs.
Ensuring that assigned division goals and objectives are accomplished by supervising and coordinating staff efforts; developing and implementing procedures and work plans; and reviewing and evaluating assigned division performance.
For more information about the position, please view the full class specification.
For detailed information about this exceptional career opportunity, required qualifications, and the application instructions, simply Click Here.
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Linda Kline at linda.kline@marincounty.gov.
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List:
Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held within the first three weeks of December 2025.
Disaster Service Workers:
All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
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