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Fire Chief/Emergency Manager - Harris County EMS No. 48, TX

Listing Title:
Fire Chief/Emergency Manager - Harris County EMS No. 48, TX

Listing Description
Are you a strategic, visionary fire service leader with a passion for EMS who can drive innovation, improve operations, and foster a positive organizational culture? If so, apply to be Harris County ESD 48’s next Fire Chief / Emergency Manager!
Harris County ESD 48 is a suburban district of approximately 150,000 residents located in western Harris County, Texas. Known for its upscale neighborhoods, top-rated schools, and strong community spirit, the area blends small-town friendliness with modern amenities. Located 27 miles west of downtown Houston along the I-10 and Grand Parkway corridor, the District offers easy access to cultural, educational, and professional opportunities.
Harris County ESD 48 operates under an Emergency Services District governance model, led by a five-member Board of Commissioners. The new Fire Chief will report directly to the Board of Commissioners.
The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced leader with a background in combination fire departments and EMS systems. They will demonstrate strong leadership, exceptional communication and relationship-building, inclusive leadership, and a commitment to excellence.
Required qualifications include:
•Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, Fire Technology, or related field
•More than 20 years of experience in fire service with leadership responsibilities
•Texas or National Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT-EMT or State Certified) certification
•Master Structural Firefighter certification or equivalent
•Completion of NIMS 100/200/300/400/700/800
•TCFP Officer I, II, and III
Preferred qualifications include:
•Master’s degree, CFO, CMO, or EFO designation
•TEEX Fire Service Chief Executive Officer program
•Command experience in a combination department in a metropolitan area
•Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
•Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
•Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
Harris County ESD offers a competitive salary range between $175,000-$200,000 DOE/DOQ.
Apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/harris-county-esd-no-48-tx-fire-chief
For more information on this position, contact:
Rudy Jackson, Executive Recruiter
RudyJackson@GovernmentResource.com
817-337-8581

(Job) Location:
Harris County, Texas

Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/harris-county-esd-no-48-tx-fire-chief

Listing Expiration Date:
07/22/2025


Christy Christoffersen