Fire Chief ID- 11093
Full Job Description
Job Overview
The City of Grandville is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and community-minded leader to fill the position of Fire Chief. The Fire Chief oversees the day-to-day operations of the department, including leading the City’s fire and rescue functions and staff. The Fire Chief is also responsible for preparing the department’s annual budget, developing long-range strategic plans, and setting short-term goals and objectives focused on improving the fire services to ensure the safety of the community.
Why Join Us?
- Thriving community to live, work, and play
- Collaborative work environment
- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits
- Supportive community, administration, and City Council
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
- Current Fire Chief retiring after 35 years with the department, 14 years as Fire Chief
- Average operating budget of $1.75 million, plus 5-year capital replacement plan
- Combination department employing 12 career firefighters and officers, supported by 23 paid-on-call members
- All sworn personnel are certified at the Firefighter II and Hazardous Materials Operations level
- All career personnel, as well as over half of the paid-on-call team, are licensed at the EMT-B level or higher
- Department vehicles include 3 engines, an aerial platform, a medic unit, an ice/water rescue unit, a traffic blocker/attenuator, and a chief’s car. Two of the engines and the aerial platform are less than 3 years old
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in fire sciences, public administration, or a related field
- Five (5) years of command officer level experience in a municipal fire department
- Michigan Firefighter I & II certifications Michigan Fire Officer I, II & III certifications
- Michigan EMT Basic certification Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to plan, organize and administer comprehensive fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical response program.
- Ability to develop effective work teams and motivating individuals to meet goals and objectives
- Ability to plan respond quickly to changing situations under emergency conditions
COMMUNITY DETAILS
The City of Grandville is located off I-196 on the southwest side of Kent County, 10 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. Grandville encompasses an area of approximately 8 square miles, with a population of 16,223 as of the 2020 census. Grandville is home to highly sought after public and private schools, diverse residential neighborhoods, well-kept parks, a regional mall, and many other destination shops and restaurants. A farmers market and numerous community events attract visitors throughout the year and provide residents with opportunities to enjoy music, food, and family-friendly activities.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Salary: $105,000 - $135,000 annually Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision options
- Retirement: 401(a) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution + optional 457 plan
- Additional benefits: life insurance, long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal days and holidays
- Retirement health: Health Care Savings Plan with $100/month contribution from the City
To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Human Resources.
Application materials can be emailed to humanresources@cityofgrandville.com
Application materials may also be mailed or dropped off at Grandville City Hall.
City of Grandville
ATTN: Human Resources
3195 Wilson Ave SW
Grandville, MI 49418
APPLICATION DEADLINE - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2025
INTENDED START DATE JULY 2025
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- 457(b)
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Grandville, MI 49418: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
