Fire Chief – The Town of Franklin is accepting applications for a full-time Fire Chief. The position will be responsible for leading a combination department comprised of 27 volunteers and 6 full-time firefighters. The Town currently has a fire insurance rating of 3 within the corporate limits, and a class 4 throughout the five mile corporate district.
The chief oversees and participates in fire prevention, fire suppression, training and emergency response of paid and volunteer staff, as well as administrative duties for the department. Work is conducted in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards; federal and state fire, building and mechanical codes, laws and regulations; local ordinances and departmental policies and procedures. The chief reports directly to the Town Manager.
Recruitment and Selection guidelines: Thorough knowledge of standard fire prevention codes, NFPA standards and federal, state, county and departmental standards, rules, and regulations. Thorough knowledge of techniques for handling hazardous materials. Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations. Thorough knowledge of departmental budgeting practices, and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Needs to be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, employees, volunteers, professional engineers, contractors, business owners, homeowners and the general public. Residency within the Town is not required, but residency should be close enough to the Town to respond adequately when needed.
Desirable education and experience: Graduation from High School and at least 5 years of experience in fire prevention, suppression, investigation or related area and some administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference for college degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, or a related field. Possession of a valid North Carolina commercial driver’s license and a Fire Inspector, Fire Officer, Fire Investigations, and EMT-B.
The Town of Franklin participates in the N.C. Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System, and offers benefits in health, dental and life; participates in a 401K deferred compensation plan, which the Town contributes 5% for full-time employees.
Salary Range - $57,331 to $84,631 depending on qualifications.
To apply: Please submit a Town of Franklin application form, in addition to cover letter, resume and transcripts to the Macon County NC-Works Career Center office located at 23 Macon Avenue, Courthouse Annex, Franklin, NC 28734. Mailing address is 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC, 28734. Office contact number is 828-369-9534. The application form can be found www.franklinnc.com or picked up at Town Hall located at 95 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. A pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen is required following a conditional offer of employment. The position is open until filled. The first round of interviews are tentatively scheduled for October 15-18, 2018.
A copy of the position classification can be obtained at www.franklinnc.com. For additional questions please contact Human Resources at 828-524-2516, ext. 312.
