FIRE CHIEF
City of Palo Alto Palo Alto, California, United States
- Location: Palo Alto, California, United States
- Categories: Administration and Management, Fire and EMS
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jul 17, 2025
Job Description:
FIRE CHIEF
Description
DescriptionThis recruitment is being conducted by Teri Black & Company, LLC.
You can view the recruitment brochure and submit your application directly on their website.
The City of Palo Alto is home to approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 workers in the Silicon Valley. The Palo Alto Fire Department provides emergency response, fire, and life safety services to the Palo Alto community, Stanford University, and neighboring areas (through mutual and automatic aid agreements). The department responds to approximately 10,000 calls annually, almost 70% of which are medical-related and is supported by over 116 staff (97 sworn FTEs) and a 2025-26 budget of $59.33 million.
Theideal candidate is a visionary leader who champions innovation, operational excellence, and community-focused service in a dynamic environment. A high-energy and relatable presence, they will inspire a multi-generational workforce and drive modern approaches to emergency service delivery. Along with a passion for continuous improvement, candidates should have a solid background in fire and emergency services, strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational leadership.
The current salary range is $244,608-$366,912; salary supplemented by attractive benefits.
Closes Sunday, August 10, 2025 (midnight)
Follow this link to learn more about the Palo Alto Fire Department
For updates on the Fire Chief Selection visit our City of Palo Alto site
Supplemental Information
Application & Selection Process
The closing date for this recruitment is midnight, Sunday, August 10, 2025. To be considered for this opportunity, upload a compelling cover letter, resume, and list of six professional references using the "Apply Now" feature at www.tbcrecruiting.com. This is a confidential process and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process.
Following the closing date, resumes will be screened in relation to the criteria articulated in this brochure. Applicants with the most relevant qualifications will immediately be granted preliminary interviews by one of the recruiters. Candidates deemed the most highly qualified will be invited to participate in additional interviews followed by further meetings with the City. Selection will be made shortly thereafter, following the completion of negotiations and extensive background and reference checks. Please note that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
Apply Now!
Contact Executive Recruiters for Questions
- Bill Weisgerber • 408.910.8044
- Teri Black • 424.296.3111
For more details visit our Careers Page, by clicking HERE.
Learn more about our Compensation Plan HERE.
Closing Date/Time: 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific