Fire Chief - Vail, CO

Fire Chief - Vail, CO Town of Vail, CO Are you a collaborative, people-first fire service leader who can build strong teams, develop future leaders, and foster a culture of trust and accountability? If so, apply to be the Town of Vail's next Fire Chief! We're looking for an exceptional, mission-driven leader who is:

• Experienced in developing and empowering command staff and future leaders
• Skilled in fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and professional growth
• Committed to building a robust, operations-aligned training program Nestled in the Colorado Rockies, the Town of Vail is internationally recognized for its exceptional quality of life, outdoor recreation, and strong sense of community.

The Town is committed to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and delivering high-quality public services to residents and visitors alike. The Vail Fire Department provides comprehensive all-hazards emergency response services, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and public education. The ideal candidate is a proven leader of people with deep fire service experience and a strong commitment to building a positive, high-performing culture. They bring a balanced background that includes operational credibility and strategic leadership, with the ability to empower teams while maintaining accountability. This individual demonstrates exceptional communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to transparency and trust. They understand how to align people, training, and resources to achieve organizational goals while maintaining a strong sense of purpose and mission.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of fire service experience, including 3 years in a management or administrative role
• Strong command-level experience with demonstrated leadership capability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Public Administration or related field
• Experience in fire prevention and wildland fire management
• Prior experience as a Fire Chief or senior command staff leader The salary for this position is $161,092 - $241,638 DOE/DOQ.

Please apply online at:

https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/vail-co-fire-chief/ For more information on this position contact: Larry Gilley, Senior Vice President Strategic Government Resources LarryGilley@governmentresource.com 325-660-4208 Rudy Jackson, Senior Vice President Strategic Government Resources RudyJackson@governmentresource.com 817-897-8080 How to Apply Post Date May 29, 2026 Application Deadline Jun 28, 2026 Apply Now Job Details Salary $161,092 - $241,638 Job Function Fire Chief Position Type Full Time Town of Vail Address 75 S Frontage Rd W Vail , CO 81657-5096 United States Population 4,835 Website http://vailgov.com Form of Government Council-Manager ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 200 m Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Advertisement Put your job in front of the right people! The Job Center is the best place to reach local government professionals. Post your featured job in minutes with more visibility through promoted search results, email, and more. Post a Featured Job