Director of Public Safety
Job Description:
The County of Amherst, Virginia is seeking an experienced and innovative manager to serve as the director of the Public Safety department. The Public Safety Department includes four divisions – EMS, FIRE, Communications (911) and Emergency Management – and 72 full and part-time staff. Major responsibilities include managing the overall operations of the Public Safety department; coordinating with three volunteer fire companies; serving as the local Fire Marshall and Emergency Coordinator; maintaining and updating the County’s Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP); managing radio communications for the County and 911 addressing / GIS map updates; and serving as the lead staff member of the Local Emergency Planning Committee and Emergency Services Council.
Competitive candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree with coursework in fire science, fire administration, emergency management, or public safety with extensive experience in fire, emergency medical services or emergency management and considerable supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Past experience in successfully managing a similarly sized Public Safety department with a diverse range of operational functions similar to those contained within Amherst County’s current department structure is a strong consideration.
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This position is open until filled. The salary for the position is negotiable based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Benefits include, but are not limited to, participation in the Virginia Retirement System, vacation and sick leave, group life insurance, medical and dental insurance, etc. EEO
