NEW Deputy Fire Chief – Operations
Salary
$130,000 - $136,000 annually DOE
Job Region
West
Department/Division
Fire Department
Organization
Teton County Fire Protection District
City
Driggs
State
Idaho
Job Requirements
- Promoted Battalion Chief
- Minimum 10 years of progressive supervisory fire service experience
- Idaho Fire Officer II certification or equivalent
- Idaho Firefighter I and II certification (IFSAC or ProBoard)
- Idaho Driver/Operator certification (IFSAC or ProBoard)
- Fire Instructor I (Fire or EMS) or equivalent
- Hazmat Operations
- Idaho EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic licensure
- NWCG RT130
- NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)
- NWCG Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4)
- S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
- S-330 Strike Team/Task Force Leader
- NFA Executive Development coursework or equivalent
- Required NIMS/ICS training (IS-100, 200, 700, 800, ICS300, ICS400)
- Valid driver’s license
- Associate’s degree or higher in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Administration, or related field
- NFA Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Program or equivalent
- NWCG Incident Commander Type 3 (ICT3) or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience with municipal or special district budget development and administration
- Demonstrated grant writing and grant administration experience
- FEMA Professional Development Series or equivalent emergency management credent
Job Description
Teton County Fire District is seeking an experienced fire service leader to serve as our next Deputy Chief of Operations.
This executive leadership position works directly with the Fire Chief to oversee district-wide emergency operations, personnel development, training, operational readiness, strategic planning, and organizational improvement. The Deputy Chief directly supervises Battalion Chiefs and plays a key command role during major incidents.
We’re looking for a proven leader with strong operational experience, sound judgment, and a commitment to developing people and building a strong, professional fire service.
Job type
Full-Time
Degree Desired
See Minimum Qualifications
Apply By Date
February 28, 2027
Apply By Time
5:00 p.m. Mountain
