The Town is now accepting applications for the position of Fire Chief. The Town of Wrightsville Beach is a vibrant beach community of 2500 full-time residents which grows substantially during the busy summer tourist season. The Wrightsville Beach Fire Department is a combination fire department providing fire suppression, fire prevention, ocean rescue and first responder emergency medical services. The Fire Department currently has 12 full-time firefighters, 20 volunteer & part-time firefighters, 7 fire interns, and 30+ seasonal ocean rescue lifeguards. The Town currently has an ISO rating of 4. Work involves the full scope of fire service administration and management and includes Ocean Rescue Operations. The Chief will be responsible for directing employees and volunteer staff to assure effective training, firefighting, emergency medical response, and ocean rescue operations. The Chief reports to the Town Manager and is accountable for the planning and oversight of the department’s annual budget. The Chief is expected to be a “working chief” and is required to ensure Incident Command is performed at the highest professional standards while reporting to the scene of all incidents he or she deems necessary. The Fire Chief is the Emergency Preparedness Coordinator for the Town and coordinates all emergency preparedness activities as directed. The position requires a minimum 2 year degree in fire science or related field and completion of advanced courses in fire administration, management, fire suppression and fire prevention. A bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration or related field a plus. Candidates should possess a NC Firefighter Level II Certification, Emergency Medical Technician Certification and Fire Prevention Inspector Level I Certification. Experience with oversight of volunteer fire firefighters is preferred. Residency within the corporate limits is not required but residency should be close enough the Town to effectively respond to emergencies when needed. Hiring range from $53,484 to $83,113 DOQ. The Town offers a competitive benefits package. Upon offer of employment, successful candidate must complete pre-employment drug screening, NFPA physical, and background check. Please see web site for full job description. Position is open until filled. Please submit an application, resume and cover letter to Town of Wrightsville Beach, Attn: Fire Chief Search, Post Office Box 626, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480.