A Guide for New Fire Chiefs

Leadership

Guidance for those who lead

As a new Fire Chief, one will face new challenges. These may include personnel issues, liability challenges, or budget constraints. We put together this New Chief Guide as a resource to help one transition into your new post and answer some of the questions one might have. Included within is some pertinent information on the responsibilities of a fire chief, on state hiring requirements, and on state rules that guide us all.