The St. James Fire Department, Inc. (SJFD) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Chief of the Department to lead our department in delivering exceptional emergency services to the citizens of the St. James Fire District. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with the skills to manage all aspects of departmental operations, oversee administrative functions, enhance community risk reduction initiatives, and provide strong, hands-on leadership to our volunteer membership. This is an unpaid volunteer position offered for a 3-year term with one renewal at the option of the Board of Directors. A Job Description is available upon request.
About the Community
St. James Fire Department, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization located in the scenic coastal region of North Carolina, adjacent to Southport, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Oak Island. Our service area includes the Town of St. James and a significant portion of unincorporated Brunswick County, one of the fastest-growing regions in the state. The SJFD district serves a population of approximately 9,000 residents.
About the Department
Operating from two fire stations, SJFD provides fire suppression, Basic Life Support (BLS) emergency medical services, rescue operations, scene control Fire Police service and comprehensive community risk reduction programs.
