Warwick, RI – Director of Fire Department

• Develop, implement, and maintain fire safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Ensure full compliance with applicable fire safety regulations (including elements of FAR Part 139 and FAA advisory standards).
• Coordinate and lead emergency response planning, drills, and incident management.
• Maintain and oversee fire suppression systems, alarms, and emergency infrastructure.
• Conduct facility risk assessments and fire safety inspections.
• Collaborate with external emergency response agencies as needed.
• Provide on-site support during emergency incidents, including firefighting and rescue operations.

• Manage departmental records, training logs, inspection results, and equipment inventories.
• Supervise administrative teams supporting fire safety and facility operations.
• Oversee department budgets, procurement, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, workplace safety, and operational standards.
• Participate in the planning and execution of emergency preparedness exercises.
• Assist in labor relations, staffing assessments, and collective bargaining considerations as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of fire service experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
• Demonstrated experience with training coordination, incident command systems (ICS/NIMS), and hazardous materials response.
• Strong leadership, crisis management, and organizational communication skills.
• Ability to develop and lead fire and rescue training programs.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal emergency response standards.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain TSA security clearance (if applicable).
• Certifications such as NFPA, OSHA Fire Safety, or related credentials preferred.

• Office-based administrative work with regular field activity, site inspections, and emergency response responsibilities.
• Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions, weather extremes, and high-noise environments during incidents.
• Physical capability to perform duties such as lifting, climbing, and operating in emergency response conditions.
• Occasional off-hour availability required for emergency response or critical events.

Posted: 2025-09-11