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Chief Administrative Officer - Fire

City of Boise

United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Aug 2026

💰 $125,219/yr($105,456/yr – $125,219/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 23 -07700

Department: Fire

Division: Fire Administration

Job classification: Chief Administrative Officer - Fire

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Administration, Public Safety, Fire & EMS, Office and Administrative Support

Summary

The Boise Fire Department is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer to provide executive leadership and overall management of the department’s Business Services Division. This position oversees supervisory, administrative and professional services that support the department’s business operations and long-range goals.

As an active member of the department’s executive management team, the Chief Administrative Officer plays a key role in shaping short- and long-range strategy and provides leadership and guidance on administrative operations, policies and procedures. The position works closely with the Fire Chief and department leadership to advance organizational priorities and ensure initiatives are carried through to successful completion.

This executive-level position operates with considerable independence, judgment and discretion in the performance of assigned responsibilities, working under the administrative direction and overall intent of the Fire Chief.

To ensure internal equity and alignment with the approved budget for this position, offers are made within the posted hiring range. Although the hiring range is fixed, employees receive an exceptional benefits and total rewards package that enhances the overall value of employment with the City of Boise.

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, public administration or a related field
And fifteen years of increasingly responsible management, supervisory and administration experience including years of experience in fire service administration/management
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensing And Other Requirements

Valid state-issued driver's license.

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Driving Record Check
Boise Police Department Criminal Justice Information System Background Check (BPD CJIS)
Hybrid Work Eligible

Why the City of Boise?

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your familly.
PERSI retirement (11.96% Employer Contribution) plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
10 weeks paid parental leave
$500 annual wellbeing incentive
Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer: This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing. Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Examples of duties

Oversees a group of managers and supervisors in a specific area; develops and implements related management policies for the assigned department(s); and develops staffing structures and evaluates the success of lower-level managers in the assigned department(s).

Manages all facets of administrative services for the department. Provides objective analysis of current administrative functions and processes, identifies opportunities for change to create desired capacity for other departmental needs and communicates these service alternatives to department leadership, the mayor and council. Facilitates consensus and the desired restructuring of administrative processes, staffing and functions. Manages all administrative and change management processes necessary to realize identified efficiencies. Serves as a liaison with other city departments regarding administrative, financial and employment matters and as a team member working toward common goals across departments.

Develops and manages strategic planning and project management efforts following citywide objectives and processes. Creates and maintains the department's project portfolio. Anticipates needs for associated change management for project and program implementation and improvement. Develops, leads and monitors the s