FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT
FIRE CHIEF
The City of Berea is accepting applications for FIRE CHIEF in the Fire department.
Job Goal
Manage and direct all activities and personnel of the City Fire Department. Prepare an annual budget and establish department goals. Plan and implement department direction and development. Provide the highest degree of professionalism.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Manage and direct all Fire Department activities and personnel including fire prevention, fire suppression, training, inspections, support services, and public education activities.
- Oversee and perform all Fire Department activities.
- Oversee and perform critical incident management, family counseling, PTSD counseling, and staff development including mentoring and leadership training.
- Prepare and administer the department’s annual operating and capital budget.
- Plan and direct the operations and administration of the department, including the development and implementation of operating policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to provide the highest degree of fire control and prevention.
- Perform periodic inspections to assure adherence to departmental policy regarding firefighter readiness.
- Oversee HAZMAT incident response and mitigation efforts.
- Assist the City Administrator with personnel recruitment, selection, corrective actions, and promotional activities.
- Manage and authorize work and training schedules.
- Keep the Mayor and City Administrator informed of key issues and critical events.
- Oversee the purchasing, installation, testing, and maintenance of all department equipment, materials, supplies, and vehicles.
- Ensure accurate records of departmental activities are prepared and maintained.
- Review requests for mutual aid services and determine the appropriate response.
- Respond to citizen requests and perform public relations activities including speaking at public functions, schools, etc.
- Respond to calls at all hours.
- Attend meetings and training programs at irregular hours including evenings and weekends.
- Perform other duties as required or requested.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, public administration, fire science, or a related field. Additional progressively responsible professional work experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years
- Ten years of experience in the fire industry including a minimum of five years of supervisory experience.
- Must possess First aid and CPR Certification.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Certified IFSAC Fire Officer I and Fire Officer II
- Firefighter Basic Course Graduate and any requirements established in KRS Chapter 95.
Blank applications are available online or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. E-mailed application must be sent as a PDF attachment. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application. The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.
Pay Range: $85,045 – $90,045
DEADLINE: Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00PM EDT
PARKS & REC SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE
The City of Berea is accepting applications for the position of SEASONAL MAINTENANCE in the Parks & Recreation department.
Job Goal
Assists with performing park grounds and facilities maintenance operational functions including but not limited to weed spraying, mowing, drainage work, parking lots, restroom facilities, ball fields, and park equipment maintenance and installation activities. Perform manually skilled work of routine and moderate difficulty during all weather conditions.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- No previous work experience is required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be available to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to learn and acquire knowledge of parks and recreation principles and practices.
- Knowledge of general maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, tools, equipment, parks, and recreation activities.
- Ability to operate motorized equipment and use other tools manually.
- Able to lift items weighing more than 25 pounds.
Blank applications are available online at www.bereaky.gov or may be pick up in-person at City Hall Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Completed applications may be returned in-person, e-mailed to HR@bereaky.gov, or mailed to: City of Berea, ATTN: HR, 212 Chestnut Street, Berea KY 40403. E-mailed application must be sent as a PDF attachment. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by an application. The City of Berea is an equal opportunity employer and Certified Drug-Free workplace.