The City of Turlock, CA is seeking a Fire Chief.  The ideal candidate for the next Fire Chief must be more than just an expert firefighter, the Fire Chief must also be a skilled administrator and tactful leader. A variety of issues come across the desk of the Fire Chief from building safety, emergency management, environmental protection, budget, and personnel questions. As an integral part of the City’s executive team, the Fire Chief is frequently called upon to provide subject matter expertise to each of these areas. The ideal candidate will be open-minded and progressive with organizational management savvy in order to assess the current organization and provide the direction and tools to move the Department forward. The Chief must embrace the philosophy of respect, collaboration, and a high degree of integrity.