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The City of Rochester, New York, is recruiting to fill the position of Deputy Chief. This position is at the administrative level, and responsibilities of the position include formulation, implementation, and administration of management policy, supervision of professional staff, fiscal and personnel management, and possible assignments as an emergency incident manager. The primary responsibilities will focus on training and code enforcement.

Candidates must have excellent communication and team management skills and possess extensive experience in fire prevention/fire marshal and/or training. Qualified candidates will also have a background in suppression, emergency management, budgeting, and human resource management. An associate's degree in Fire Protection Technology or Fire or Business Administration is required. A bachelor's degree in a related field is desirable. The preferred candidate will also have served at least two years in a command position as a battalion chief or five years as a captain in a paid urban or suburban department that serves a community with a population of at least 100,000.

Applicants must submit a resume that includes a complete description of their paid experience including details regarding positions held, time in rank, and a description of duties, by the application deadline date of April 30, 2001. Applications should be sent to:

The City of Rochester is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.