SMFR Fire Chief Brochure

Required Education and Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.   Minimum of ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in the fire service with emergency medical response, with at least five (5) years of experience as a chief officer or executive role in a similarly situated, complex organization.   Possess (or obtain within a reasonable time) a valid Colorado driver’s license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the SMFR Driving Records Policy. 

 Maintain Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification (or approved equivalent).   Residency within Metro Denver area.

Desired Education and Experience:   Master’s Degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.   Possession of National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer (EFO), Center for Public Safety Excellence Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation, or completion of Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI).   Residency within District boundaries.  Required Leadership Competencies:  Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer ‐ centric solutions.   Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.   Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.   Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. 

 Develops Talent: Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.  Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 

 Drives Vision and Purpose: Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.   Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi ‐ mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.   Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.   Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.   Demonstrates Self ‐ Awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.   Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.  South Metro Fire Rescue 6