Job Description

The City of Pueblo is seeking an experienced fire service leader to be our next Deputy Fire Chief! This full-time leadership position offers you an annual salary of $125,259.00 - $156,459.00, a variety of benefits, and a fast-paced work environment giving back to the community.

As a Deputy Fire Chief, you’ll ensure all rules, regulations and orders are properly enforced while overseeing personnel assignments, transfers, & discipline. You’ll also assist in labor negations, handle grievances, conduct internal investigations and lead essential functions including training, fire prevention, EMS, HazMat, Airport Ops and more. Additionally, you’ll play a key role in budget planning and long-range strategy for the department.

Click on Deputy Fire Chief for access to the complete job description and to apply today. Applications will be accepted through May 26th, 2025.

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This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE VIA THE CITY WEBSITE ** __ OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!**

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university

AND

• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

AND

Required experience:

• At least eight (8) years of continuous and successful experience in the fire service, including three (3) years of successful experience as a Fire Captain with the Pueblo Fire Department
• OR
• 15 years of successful experience in fire service and 3 years of successful service as a Battalion Chief or Assistant Fire Chief or equivalent sworn rank

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Apply online at www.pueblo.us/jobs