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Fire Chief

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City of San Marcos, Texas

San Marcos, TX (In Person)

$200,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Fire Chief 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 5 Carlson Cir # 100, San Marcos, TX 78666 $175,000
  • $225,000 a year
  • Full-time City of San Marcos, Texas 6 reviews $175,000
  • $225,000 a year
  • Full-time
JOB SUMMARY
The Fire Chief provides visionary leadership and strategic oversight of all Fire Department operations, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, prevention, and disaster risk reduction. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, drives policy development, and optimizes resource allocation to safeguard community safety. As the department's administrative head, the Fire Chief manages budgets, capital planning, and personnel training to deliver efficient, high-quality emergency response and prevention programs. The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO Plan Prescription Drug Plan Wellness Initiatives Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7 Dental Plan Davis Vision Insurance Base Vision Plan Premium Vision Plan Laser Vision Correction discounts Retirement Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) Mission Square Retirement Corporation
  • optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth
IRA ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Flexible Spending Accounts City paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Vacation Sick Leave Holidays Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Activity Center Membership Direct Deposit The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services.

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