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- Rowlett, Texas
- City of Rowlett, TX
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
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Fire Chief
Rowlett, Texas United States City of Rowlett, TX Full Time 138311 Dec 04, 2025
Employer:
City of Rowlett, TX
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Summary
Fire Chief – City of Rowlett, TX
Are you a collaborative, forward-thinking fire service leader with a passion for organizational excellence and community service? If so, consider joining the City of Rowlett as its next Fire Chief. The City is seeking an innovative, people-centered leader who excels in modern fire and EMS operations, champions best practices, and inspires a cohesive, high-performing team. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to plan, direct, and elevate all aspects of fire suppression, emergency medical response, prevention, and community risk reduction.
Rowlett is home to nearly 68,000 residents and sits along the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard in far east Dallas County and west Rockwall County. The City of Rowlett operates under a Council–Manager form of government. The Mayor is elected at-large, and the City Council consists of representatives elected for staggered terms. The City organization delivers a full range of services, including public safety, public works, utilities, community development, parks and recreation, and finance. The City values high-performance operations, innovation, fiscal responsibility, and exceptional customer service.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will be a progressive, engaged fire service professional with a strong record of leadership in fire suppression, EMS, and emergency management. They will be a developer of people who values mentorship and strives to build a cohesive, high-performing team. This leader will demonstrate exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to implement innovative solutions that enhance safety, service delivery, and operational effectiveness. A commitment to community engagement, professionalism, and continuous improvement is essential. The City seeks someone who can navigate complex challenges, foster collaborative relationships, and guide the department forward in a rapidly growing, lakeside community.
Job Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Public Administration, or related field, Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that includes a minimum of an Associate's Degree in Fire Science or Fire Prevention, and completion of the Executive Fire Officer Program at the National Fire Academy.
- Eight (8) years of paid fire service experience, including four (4) years at Fire Captain or higher
- Valid driver’s license
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800138
PREFERRED:
- Master’s degree
- TCFP Master Firefighter
- Fire Officer IV
- TEEX Fire Service Chief Executive Officer
- Texas Fire Chiefs Certified Fire Executive
- National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer
The City of Rowlett is offering a competitive salary range of $138,311.49 to $207,467.83, depending on qualifications and experience.
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