Department Overview
Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue (NMFR), an ISO Class 1 department serving the Cities of Neenah and Menasha, Wisconsin, with a combined population of approximately 45,500 people is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to fill the role of Assistant Fire Chief - Training. Established on January 1, 2003, through the consolidation of the Neenah and Menasha Fire Departments, NMFR is committed to preserving lives and property within our communities. Our team of 68 career employees operates from four strategically located fire stations, providing efficient responses to emergencies, including fire suppression, EMS, auto extrication, and ice/water rescue. Joining NMFR means becoming part of a progressive organization that values education, community interaction, and the preservation of life and property. We offer a supportive environment that encourages change, utilizes resources to their full extent, and works closely with outside agencies to meet community demands.
Mission Statement
Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue consists of committed professionals whose mission is to provide the highest standard of service through prevention, education, fire suppression, emergency medical response, technical rescue and community interaction to preserve the quality of life and property for all of those within the Cities of Neenah and Menasha.
Core Values
Trust is the cornerstone of all relationships. We will continue to strive to build and earn trust both within the department and communities we serve. We will earn trust through:
Integrity: We are committed to the highest standard of moral and ethical conduct.
Dedication: We provide quality service through pride and professionalism.
Compassion: We support our neighbors in their time of need.
Teamwork: We work together to achieve common goals.
Tradition: We preserve and carry forward the legacy of those who honorably served before us.
Courage: We do what is right in the face of adversity.
Vision Statement
Our vision at Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue is to have a positive, motivated, and educated department. We strive to meet the community demands. We will accomplish this with an organized and defined structure. We encourage change, use resources to the full extent and work closely with outside agencies.
Your Role:
The Assistant Fire Chief - Training is a management level position responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive training programs in the elements of structural firefighting operations, emergency medical response, special operations including emergency management and EOC operations and the Incident Command System that ensure our personnel meet the highest standards of performance and safety. This role is crucial in maintaining our ISO Class 1 rating, reflecting our commitment to excellence in fire protection and service. You will have the opportunity to:
- Take a lead role in technical rescue training and operations, including high angle, confined space, trench, water/ice, SCUBA and others
- Be involved in the research and development of fire/rescue training programs, conducting in-house training, and the coordination of training programs and activities with area departments and the Technical College.
- Assist in the development of the departments standard operating procedures and be responsible for all training records for the department
- Assist the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, and Municipal Emergency Directors for Neenah and Menasha in reviewing, updating, and training following the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) ensuring effective emergency management functions for both cities.
You can review the full job description by clicking the "Job Description" tab at the top of the governmentjobs.com page.
You will love it here if..
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment
- You enjoy teaching people
- You are organized
We need you to have:
- Associates' Degree in Fire Science or relevant field, bachelor degree preferred.
- Five years progressively responsible fire service supervisory experience (move-up Fire Officer or higher) required.
- Wisconsin Firefighter I, Wisconsin Firefighter II, Driver/Operator-Pumper, Driver/Operator - Aerial and Wisconsin Fire Officer I certifications.
- Wisconsin Fire Instructor I and II.
- Wisconsin Fire Officer ll and Wisconsin Fire Instructor III required within 18 months of hire.
- Emergency Medical Responder.
- Employees with equivalent out of state certifications must receive the Wisconsin certifications within 12 months of hire.
- NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, and 700 certification must be completed within 9 months of hire.
- A valid driver's license.
Pay/Benefits
Salary range is $69,673.50- $83,304.00 with competitive benefits.
How to Apply
To be considered, submit a cover letter, resume and complete the online application. Applications MUST include both a cover letter and resume to be considered. Applications are due by February 3, 2025 4pm .
Interview Dates
For your planning purposes, first interviews for selected applicants will be scheduled on February 17th, and 2nd interviews with the Fire Commission will be February 26th.
City of Neenah
$69,673.50 - $83,304.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Jan 13, 2025