CITY OF CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS
The City of Champaign, Illinois, a university community of 67,959, is seeking a Fire Chief to manage all activities and employees of the Fire Department. Responsibilities include providing leadership and supervision to approximately 91 sworn and 15 civilian personnel with a budget of $8.2 million. Candidates must have extensive experience in fire services as a Chief, Deputy Chief, or equivalent position; graduated from an accredited college or university with a degree in fire science, public administration or related field, master’s degree desired; comprehensive knowledge of current issues in fire management and the principles of public administration; comprehensive knowledge of building and construction codes; and the ability to organize, direct and control local fire and emergency operations consistent with the requirements of laws, union contracts and municipal policy. The ideal candidate would have experience in and demonstrated commitment to intergovernmental cooperation, community problem solving, have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, team leadership ability, possess a participative management style, and the ability to work with diverse groups and individuals. Position reports to the City Manager. Salary range is $87,362 to $117,939 DOQ; excellent fringe benefit package. Refer to the City’s web site at www.ci.champaign.il.us for full position profile. For full consideration, submit resume, references and salary history no later than Friday, April 26, 2004, to: James L. Mercer, President, The Mercer Group, Inc., 5579B Chamblee Dunwoody Road, #511, Atlanta, GA 30338. Voice: 770-551-0403; Fax: 770-399-9749; E-mail: mercer@mindspring.com The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.