This position is provisional, you will need to take the Fire Chief Civil Service Exam, when it is available, and score in the top 3 to be appointed permanently to this position.

General Statement of Duties: Is responsible for all activities of the fire department; performs other Public Safety related functions as required and deemed appropriate.

Residency Requirement: Candidates must be legal residents of the State of New York for at least one (1) month immediately preceding the date of the written examination. Preference for appointment may be given to residents of the City of Fulton. Incumbent to the position must reside within 10 mile radius of the City of Fulton no later than 6 months after appointment.

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State Registered College orUniversity with a Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science or related Emergency Services Field and ten (10) years of active service in a paid/career fire department, four (4)of which must be as a Fire Captain or Fire Lieutenant. Must have and maintain certification as NYS Code Enforcement Officer and meet the minimum requirements as set forth in NYS Civil Service Law § 58-a at the time of permanent appointment. Fire Officer III or a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Service Administration or Emergency Management is preferred. or

B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State Registered College orUniversity with an Associate's Degree in Fire Science or related Emergency Services Field and twelve (12) years of active service in a paid/career fire department, four (4) of which must be as a Fire Captain or Fire Lieutenant. Must have and maintain certification as NYS Code Enforcement Officer, and meet the minimum requirements as set forth in NYS Civil Service Law § 58-a at the time of permanent appointment. Fire Officer III or a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Service Administration or Emergency Management is preferred. or

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A and B above.

Driver's License: Candidates must possess a current and valid NYS Operator's license at time of appointment.

Special Requirements: Candidate must have a maintain certification as NYS Code Enforcement Officer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person