Fire-Deputy Fire Chief

Watertown, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 103979 - 111966

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Watertown Fire Department is a full-time fire department with a service area of 145 square miles covering approximately 30000 citizens. The fire department operates out of one station which is staffed with a maximum of 9 personnel working 24-hour shifts. The Watertown Fire Department responds to both city and rural emergency calls uses a two-paramedic service and runs approximately 3000 emergency calls per year.

Professional Qualifications (Required at Application)

Wisconsin Drivers License
Certified as an NREMT-P and/or State of Wisconsin EMT-Paramedic
Pro-board or State of Wisconsin Emergency Services Instructor 1
Pro-Board or State of Wisconsin Fire Officer I
Pro Board or State of Wisconsin Firefighter I & II
Pro-Board or State of Wisconsin Driver Operator
National Incident Management Systems (NIMS Incident Command System (ICS)

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications a highly preferred candidate will possess the following:

Progressive leadership experience in Fire and EMS fields with a track record of guiding teams through organizational change growth or modernization efforts.
Experience developing people and building leadership capacity including mentoring management staff supporting succession planning and strengthening organizational culture through intentional workforce development.
Proven ability to lead complex projects such as system redesigns program development accreditation preparation major policy initiatives technology integration or capital planning.
Working knowledge of accreditation frameworks performance management systems or continuous improvement models with the ability to align internal processes and documentation toward long-term organizational excellence.
Demonstrated skill in data informed decision making including the use of operational training EMS and risk data to guide staffing resource allocation policy development and strategic planning. Experience collaborating with community stakeholders such as businesses educational institutions and neighborhood or civic groups to advance community risk reduction and public safety initiatives.
Ability to research interpret and apply federal state and local regulations and professional standards with the ability to translate requirements into practical policies and operational practices that support the departments mission and long-term goals.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and modern leadership practices including continued education executive training and engagement in regional or national professional organizations.

Application Process:

Apply online at Attach a copy of your cover letter resume certifications and (5) professional references.

Timeline:

Application Deadline: Friday January:00 pm.
Assessment Project: Monday February 16 2026 (info to be sent after application review)
Oral Interview: Week of February 19 2026
Projected start date April 2026

This is a full-time exempt position with a starting salary range of $103979 - 111966 /- depending on experience and qualifications and a comprehensive benefit package including medical dental vision and WRS protective services retirement plan.

Questions:

Please direct all questions pertaining to the application process to .

The City of Watertown WI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Chief