ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF
Violet Township Fire Department
The Violet Township Fire Department in Pickerington, Ohio, Fairfield County, is seeking a full-time Assistant Fire Chief. The township is located in the northwest corner of Fairfield County approximately ten (10) miles east of Columbus. The township is a suburban community with a mix of residential and commercial businesses. It is 42 square miles in size with a population of approximately 50,000. The fire department responded to 8,690 runs in 2024.
Overview
The Assistant Fire Chief assists the Fire Chief in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Violet Township Fire Department (VTFD), establishing, and executing strategic initiatives and goals, and ensuring legal and industry compliance. This position directly manages the VTFD’s daily operations and training. The Assistant Fire Chief acts as the Fire Chief in their absence and performs other duties as required by the Fire Chief.
Responsibilities
The Assistant Fire Chief has primary responsibility for VTFD operations and training. The Assistant Fire Chief also assists the Fire Chief in the efficient and effective delivery of departmental services including, without limitation, protection of life and property, emergency medical services, enforcement of fire regulations, fire safety inspections, and educational programs, in addition to oversight of personnel, training, internal and external communications, budget, and other related departmental needs and expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate’s Degree or equivalent credit hours from an accredited college AND five (5) years of experience as a Company Officer or Chief-level officer
Certificates/Licenses Required
• A valid Ohio State Driver’s License
• A valid State of Ohio Firefighter I & II Certification
• An Ohio or NREMT-Paramedic Certification
• Blue Card Incident Commander Certification, preferred
• Ohio Fire Safety Inspector Certification, preferred
Application Process
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume with references and copies of pertinent certifications by mail, delivery service or email for receipt by 4:00 p.m., April 10, 2025. Electronic submissions must be formatted and contained in a single PDF. Hard copy mailing address: Violet Township Fire Department, 8700 Refugee Road, Pickerington, OH 43147, ATTN: Assistant Chief Opening. If to E-mail: VTFDemployment@violet.oh.us
A background investigation and evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity is required prior to employment. All candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a job-related medical examination including a drug screen. The salary is negotiable within parameters set by the Violet Township Trustees. The selected candidate will be eligible to participate in the Township’s Health, Dental and Vision insurance plans.
Violet Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer