fire battalion chief

Are You Ready for Leadership That Puts Safety First?

If so, join the City of Cathedral City Fire & EMS Team

TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST

The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

The City reserves the right to close, postpone, extend, or modify any job bulletin at any time without prior notice.

Applications will be reviewed as submitted. It is in the applicants best interest to apply immediately

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

The City of Cathedral City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool. Competitive salary, benefits and affordable housing make Cathedral City an attractive opportunity.

OUR COMMUNITY

The City of Cathedral City is a vibrant community of approximately 55,000 residents located in the heart of the Coachella Valley in Riverside County, California. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, cultural diversity, and stunning desert landscape surrounded by the San Bernardino Mountains, our city offers an exceptional quality of life with year-round sunshine, world-class golf courses, hiking trails, and proximity to Palm Springs attractions.

Established in 1988, the Cathedral City Fire Department boasts a storied legacy of community service and innovation in fire and emergency response. From humble beginnings with a single fire station and a dedicated team of firefighters, the department has evolved into a comprehensive, full-service fire and emergency response entity. Cathedral City Fire & EMS' strategic plan is deeply rooted in their core values of Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership, which propels them forward in an unwavering mission to protect and serve.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs operations as necessary to assist in the development and implementation of the Fire Department's goals and objectives; directs, coordinates, plans, organizes and supervises an entire shift of Fire Department personnel and resources during emergency responses and administrative operations; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative assistance for overall department operations to the Fire Chief or designee.

Training and Experience:

• Equivalent to an Associate's degree (60 semester or 90 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university with major course work in fire science or a closely related field. Bachelor's degree highly desirable.
• Minimum of seven (7) years paid experience with a municipal fire department or fire district.
• Must have passed probation as a Fire Captain or above;
• A current/valid California State EMT or EMT-P and CPR certification at time of appointment.
• A valid California class B or Firefighter Exempt California driver license is desirable.
• Must complete the assigned task book by the end of the probation period.
• Completion of Advanced (ICS-400) training is required.
• Must complete the CSFM Chief Officer Certification within 18 months of appointment.
• Advanced management leadership training from a recognized industry is desirable.

Other Special Requirements

Must live within 150 miles of the City limits by the end of their probationary period. The calculation of the 150 miles shall be made using Google Maps driving directions.

THE BENEFITS

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APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must submit a completed online application, cover letter, resume, and all required certifications listed under training and experience.

Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.

Tentative Timeline

Application Review/Closing date - Wednesday, November 12 (at noon)

Practical Exam and Panel Interview - Monday, November 17, 2025

Fire Chief Interview - Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Notifications will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the on-line application process) to the email listed on your on-line application.

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, polygraph exam, psychological assessment, criminal history check (live scan fingerprint check), and post-offer medical evaluation with a drug screen.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at at least 72 hours in advance.

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