Fire Chief (OCONUS)

*** This position is contingent upon contract award ***

SOSi is looking for a Fire Chief to oversee labor forces and the use of resources to meet Fire & Emergency services requirements for the Life Support Service (LSS) contract. 

• Control all activities and operations of the fire department including fire extinguishment, pre-fire planning, fire prevention, and fire investigation.
• Conduct fire extinguishment operations with primary regard for the protection of life and property.
• Insure proper management, discipline, and training of the members of the fire department.
• Establish suitable measures to put into effect policies, rules and regulations, and procedures necessary for the efficient operation of the fire department.
• Respond to fire alarms and other related emergency calls and deploy fire apparatus and fire department personnel in the most advantageous manner for the control and extinguishment of fire and preservation of life and property. Maintain a personnel roster for purposes of training records, work assignments, annual leave schedules, etc.
• Hold meetings with subordinate fire officers for the purpose of reporting on training practices, policy matters, working conditions, and other related subjects that may affect the efficiency of the fire department operations.
• Conduct inspections of personnel, quarters, apparatus, equipment.
• Maintain a complete record of fire apparatus and fire equipment including cost, maintenance, and operating expenses.
• Maintain a complete record and cost of fire station operating supplies.
• Review official correspondence without delay and take action as required and appropriate.

• Active in Scope Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Administration/Management, Business or related field)
• Must be certified under the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Certified as Firefighter II, Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector II, EMT (paramedic preferred), HAZMAT Incident Commander. Other advanced applicable Professional Certifications such as Chief Fire Officer (CFO) or Executive Fire Officer (EFO) are advantageous.
• 10 years’ experience progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience in fire and life safety education, prevention, and emergency response work (is within a municipal or county fire department) w/ minimum of 5 years of command and supervisory experience at the level of a Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief.
• Strong management and leadership abilities are essential.
• Must be able to lead and inspire their team, make strategic decisions, and effectively manage resources and personnel.
• Effective communication skills to be able to communicate.

• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable.
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of qualified individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.