Fire Battalion Chief

Job Listing ID:

4488360

Job Title:

Fire Battalion Chief Application Deadline:

06/07/2026

Job Location:

Corvallis

Date Posted:

05/08/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

40

Shift:

Day Shift Duration of Job:

Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Position Summary Organize and manage daily operations of a fire department emergency and non-emergency service delivery. Command and coordinate emergency resources at fire, EMS, hazmat, and rescue incidents. Ensure department readiness through personnel development and training. Develop and manage operational programs. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties.

Proposed Recruitment Timeline:

June 7, 2026 @ 11:59pm Recruitment Closes Week of June 7, 2026 Application Screening & Invitations Mid - Late June 2026 Interpersonal Interviews/ Physical Abilities Test/ Chief's Panel Interview Early July 2026 Selection July 1 - August 16, 2026 Background Investigation/ Medical Evaluations/Psychological Exam August 17, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Position 1 Fall 2026 Anticipated Start Date Position 2 •

Note:

This is an estimated timeline and may vary between applicants and processes Full-time, non-represented, Exempt Position 12-month probationary period D-Shift starting in January 2027 2 positions available This recruitment and testing process will establish an eligibility list that will be maintained through May 2027. Applications must be received by 11:59 am on Sunday June 7, 2026, to be considered. Attaching all copies of required certifications as noted in the job description is encouraged. Essential Duties Performs as division/group supervisor and/or overall incident commander to coordinate and command emergency resources at fire, EMS, hazmat, and rescue incidents. Acts as Chief Officer in absence of supervisor. Performs duties of strike team/task force leader for Benton County resource assigned to State Conflagrations. Plans and manages non-emergency activities in assigned operational area. Assists in Department planning and management. Effectively supervises assigned staff including shift personnel and volunteers. Performs personnel duties such as selection, coaching/mentoring, training, employee/labor relations, evaluating performance, succession planning, discipline, and termination. Creates and maintains an effective work environment by communicating goals and expectations for staff performance, counseling employees as appropriate, and supporting employee engagement efforts. Ability to impose economic hardship on fire personnel including approval/denial of overtime and step increases and may impose unpaid suspensions for disciplinary reasons. Develops, manages, and monitors the budget for assigned operational area. Establishes and monitors appropriate department financial measures. Interprets and uses financial data to make informed business decisions. Assists in short and long range Department planning. Develops implementation plans for goals and objectives. Shares information to and from Operations personnel to improve effectiveness of planning. Prepares and maintains reports and records related to assigned operational area or as requested. Represents Department to cooperating agencies and general public. Assists Chief in inter- agency communication and coordination, planning of public education and... For full info follow application link. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer in Compliance with

Job Classification:

First-Line Supervisors of Fire Fighting and Prevention Workers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Driver License Information

Required:

Non-Commercial Drivers License Compensation

Salary:

$124,049.88 to $166,428.48 per Year Depending on Experience Job Requirements

Experience Required:

 At least 7 years

Education Required:

Associates

Minimum Age:

N/A Gender:

N/A