Fire Commissioner

Boston, Massachusetts

Appointed by the Mayor, the Fire Commissioner is the civilian position responsible for the efficient and effective operation of a large (1756 employees) municipal Fire Department. The Department has a proud history and tradition of service yet is recognized as one of the most modern and technologically advanced in the nation.

The position will require a dynamic and professional leader who is prepared to lead culture and organization change, aligning service delivery to meet todays constituent needs. In serving the Mayors agenda, the Fire Commissioner will: create an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful to all its members and an organization whose diversity reflects the community; improve communications between field personnel and officers by creating a management structure that invites participation throughout the ranks; increase the confidence of the members in the future and direction of the Department by developing a professional and progressive leadership team; integrate strategy, training, policy, dispatch operations with other members of the Mayors Public Safety leadership team; be accountable to the Mayor for operational and fiscal performance and for disaster response preparedness.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications: Boston residency will be required. This position, to be filled by a civilian with significant management and leadership experience, requires a Masters Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration with a strong background in labor-employee relations, organizational and strategic planning, and excellent human resources and interpersonal skills. Candidate should have track record as a results-oriented reformer, credible leader with rank-and-file, team player on emergency response and homeland security. Experience with emergency response preparation and planning would be valued but not required. History of improved performance within a unionized environment, and development of a diverse, flexible, and technologically advanced workforce.

Salary: $ 110,000 - $ 160,000

Please send resumes to: (Ms) Pat Canavan, Mayors Office, Boston City Hall, Boston, MA 02201 or email to

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