Applications are now being accepted to create an eligibility list for the San Marino Fire Department Fire Division Chief position for future vacancies.
Internal Promotional Opportunity
Government Jobs Filing Deadline: August 10th, 2025, at 11:59 pm
Assessment Center will take place between September 15-17, 2025
The Assessment Center Consists Of The Following
- Tactical Simulations
- Oral Interview
- Written Exercise/Oral Presentation
The final selection for the position will be made by the Fire Chiefs of both cities (San Marino and South Pasadena), with consultation by both City Managers.
The City of San Marino is currently seeking a dynamic leader who is passionate about serving their community, performance-driven, has a high degree of integrity, team focused and dedicated to upholding the highest standards of excellence in fire service. As a Fire Division Chief, you will play a crucial role in our mission to protect lives and property, while also serving as a role model for your fellow firefighters.
The ideal candidate must lead by example, take initiative, possess a strong work ethic, exhibit exceptional decision-making skills, and demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Fire Division Chief is a member of the City’s management team and participates with other managers and department heads to meet the goals and objectives of the City. The Fire Division Chief provides leadership and hands-on management to the department. Strong supervisory and administrative skills are required to effectively plan, organize, coordinate, execute and evaluate the efforts of each division.
In addition, a Fire Division Chief prepares and writes reports; directs, motivates, trains and provides leadership for one or more administrative functions; works closely with Mutual Aid Battalion Chiefs and may serve as incident commander; prepares budget recommendations to the Fire Chief and executes implementation of adopted budget; performs related management work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Fire Division Chief functions under the direction of the Fire Chief and the City Manager. The Fire Division Chief supervises all subordinate employees of the department.
