Fire Director

The Centre Region Council of Governments, Regional Fire Protection Program, located in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, seeks an innovative, collaborative, dynamic, community-minded leader with fire, rescue, and HazMat management and administrative experience for the position of Fire Director / Chief of Department.

The area is protected by the highly respected and successful Alpha Volunteer Fire Company.

Alpha Fire Company responds to more than 1,500 incidents annually.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing combination fire service serving more than 93,000 residents across the Centre Region, including Penn State University.

The successful candidate will help shape the future of regional public safety while working closely with career personnel, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners.

Lead strategic planning and regional service delivery

Ensure operational readiness and standards of cover

Oversee budgets, capital planning, and resource allocation

Build strong relationships with volunteers, staff, elected officials, and partners

Strengthen the integrated combination model through collaborative leadership

Represent RFPP in regional, municipal, and public forums

BS/BA in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a related field

10 years of fire service experience, with 5 as Chief/Asst.

Chief or equivalent

ICS 300/400, NIMS 800, and Pro Board Fire Officer III

Ability to establish residency and meet all other hiring requirements

Email: [email protected]

COG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applications due by Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Visit https://www.crcog.net/employment for full job description and details to apply.

$119,051

$130,956

Form of Government

The Centre Region Council of Governments, Regional Fire Protection Program, located in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, seeks an innovative, collaborative, dynamic, community-minded leader with fire, rescue, and HazMat management and administrative experience for the position of Fire Director / Chief of Department.

The area is protected by the highly respected and successful Alpha Volunteer Fire Company.

Alpha Fire Company responds to more than 1,500 incidents annually.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing combination fire service serving more than 93,000 residents across the Centre Region, including Penn State University.

The successful candidate will help shape the future of regional public safety while working closely with career personnel, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners.

Email: [email protected]

COG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applications due by Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

Visit https://www.crcog.net/employment for full job description and details to apply.

$119,051

$130,956

Form of Government

The Centre Region Council of Governments, Regional Fire Protection Program, located in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, seeks an innovative, collaborative, dynamic, community-minded leader with fire, rescue, and HazMat management and administrative experience for the position of Fire Director / Chief of Department.

The area is protected by the highly respected and successful Alpha Volunteer Fire Company.

Alpha Fire Company responds to more than 1,500 incidents annually.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing combination fire service serving more than 93,000 residents across the Centre Region, including Penn State University.

The successful candidate will help shape the future of regional public safety while working closely with career personnel, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners.

Email: [email protected]

COG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Centre Region Council of Governments, Regional Fire Protection Program, located in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, seeks an innovative, collaborative, dynamic, community-minded leader with fire, rescue, and HazMat management and administrative experience for the position of Fire Director / Chief of Department.

The area is protected by the highly respected and successful Alpha Volunteer Fire Company.

Alpha Fire Company responds to more than 1,500 incidents annually.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing combination fire service serving more than 93,000 residents across the Centre Region, including Penn State University.

The successful candidate will help shape the future of regional public safety while working closely with career personnel, volunteers, elected officials, and community partners.

Email: [email protected]

COG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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