The town of Falmouth is seeking an experienced, community-oriented public safety professional to serve as its next Fire Chief.
The Falmouth Fire Department is a full-service Fire and EMS agency with an FY26 budget of approximately $10.7 million. The Department includes the Chief, two Deputy Chiefs, an EMS Supervisor, a Fire Prevention Officer, two Fire Inspectors, 92 Firefighters and Firefighter/Paramedics (including Captains and Lieutenants), two Mechanics, and two administrative staff.
Appointed by the Town Manager with the approval of the Select Board, the Fire Chief works under the policy direction of the Town Manager and is responsible for the overall administration, leadership, and operation of the Department. The Chief will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective and productive working relationships with Fire Department personnel and the Firefighters union. The Chief establishes the strategic vision and direction, oversees all fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services, ensures that Department goals align with the town’s mission and public safety priorities, and keeps the Town Manager apprised of departmental progress and needs.
The ideal candidate will have a proven record as an effective leader of fire and emergency medical services who has demonstrated exemplary professionalism and integrity. The town seeks an individual who shares the town’s commitment to inclusion and has strong communication skills necessary to build relationships with appointed and elected officials, department heads, federal, state, and local agencies, community stakeholders, businesses, and Falmouth residents. The town seeks a Chief who can communicate a vision for meeting the challenges of delivering exemplary fire and medical services and inspire the next generation of firefighters and emergency medical professionals.
Total Anticipated Starting Salary: $200,000 – $210,000/year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
How to Apply: Applicants must complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume through the Town of Falmouth website by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 17.
An in-person assessment center for selected finalists is tentatively planned for Friday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 13.