To learn more and apply, click here - City of Davenport - Fire Chief Opportunity. Application deadline is July 25, 2025.
Questions may be addressed to the attention of T.E. Sashko, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter at (847) 380-3240 ext. 12.
Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates the work of Assistant Chiefs in implementing the goals, policies and directives of the Fire Department;
Confers with department management team to track implementation of policies and receive specific recommendations and suggestions on departmental operations;
Provides status reports to the City Administrator on departmental operations, any major shift in policies or procedures and recommendations for future development;
Reviews and analyzes methods, equipment utilized and performance to increase program effectiveness and forecast long-term needs and commitments;
Participates in various aspects of personnel administration within the department, including hiring, termination, grievance procedures and coordinating employee training;
Develops and administers the departmental budget;
Serves as the chief spokesperson for the Fire Department;
Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate parties to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.