Assistant Fire Chief

Job Title Assistant Fire Chief (Unclassified) Location City of San José, CA Department San José Fire Department (SJFD) About the Department The San José Fire Department (SJFD) is committed to serving the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a full-service, all-hazard metropolitan fire department that serves the City of San José and unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County. It operates in the 12th largest city in the United States and serves 1.2 million residents over 200 square miles. SJFD deploys all-hazard, advanced life support response resources from 34 fire stations, responding to roughly 110,000 service calls annually. The protection area includes residential, commercial, industrial, wildland‑urban interface areas, and the San Francisco Bayfront. It also protects high‑traffic areas such as San José Mineta International Airport, the SAP Center, PayPal Park, San José State University, three super‑regional malls, seven major hospitals, and 108 high‑rise structures. Special Operations resources include Urban Search & Rescue, Aircraft Rescue Firefighting, and Hazardous Incident Team. SJFD is organized into seven bureaus and divisions that report to the Fire Chief. The Assistant Fire Chief, four Deputy Fire Chiefs, a civilian Deputy Director, and a Division Manager report to the Fire Chief. The Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 Fire Department Operating Budget is \$331,081,332 and authorizes 872 full‑time positions including 735 sworn personnel and 137 civilian personnel. Bureau of Administrative Services Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training Bureau of Field Operations Bureau of Fire Prevention Bureau of Support Services Fire Communications Office of the Fire Chief Currently, there are 34 stations in operation with the 35th station currently under construction. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Current employment as a Fire Captain or a higher level fire sworn rank such as Battalion Chief, Division Chief, or Deputy Fire Chief. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, management sciences or a related field is highly desirable. Advanced coursework or training in leadership, management and/or organizational development is highly desirable. Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license. Employment Eligibility Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San José will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1‑B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. AI and the Hiring Process We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. We value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Government Administration Equal Employment Opportunity The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. Contact For further information please contact Sherill Uyeda at suyeda@alliancerc.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr