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APPLICATION FOR FIRE CHIEF
Thank you for your interest in serving as the full time fire chief of the
LIMESTONE TOWNSHIP FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT (LTFPD). An application
form is attached. Along with this application please submit a resume, employment
references, and your compensation requirements to:
ChiefApps@Limestonefire.net
The application packet is electronic only. Mailed applications will not be
processed. The Application is a pdf form that can be filled out using Acrobat Reader 9.0.
The Board of Trustees is looking for a technologically competent experienced
Chief Officer who has the desire and vision to lead a recruitment drive to increase
volunteers, train those volunteers and develop them into paid duty crew. The officer
should also have the ability to find grant funding to acquire equipment, apparatus and
capital improvements so we can dedicate our tax base for creating high quality
firefighters. The district does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, age,
physical impairment, or national origin.
On the application please provide a response to each question, and use additional
space if necessary. Every statement made is subject to verification.
After your application has been submitted and an initial evaluation is made, you
will be asked to meet with the Board of Trustees for the purposes of determining your
suitability for this position.
The LTFPD is a progressive fire department with 5 fire stations, 10 emergency
response apparatus, and approximately 40 volunteer firefighters. LTFPD provides first
responder level service and fire protection to the residents and visitors of the fire
protection district. Our district covers approximately 35 square miles of west central
Peoria County and is comprised of a unique mix of residential, commercial, industrial,
and agricultural property.
In 2008 LTFPD responded to 1,278 emergency incidents and is on pace to surpass
1,300 emergency incidents in 2009. With this unprecedented growth and demand, the
Board of Trustees of the LTFPD have elected to create the position of full time Fire
Chief. This is a paid position and is responsible for directing and coordinating all
activities of the LTFPD. A detailed Fire Chief’s Job Description is attached in this
packet.
The Board of Trustees is accepting applications until the position is filled. The
Board will meet with qualified candidates starting the week of July 6, 2009 with a goal to
have selected a Fire Chief by September 12, 2009.
If you have additional questions please email ChiefApps@Limestonefire.net.
FIRE CHIEF APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
Full Time Fire Chief Cover Letter - Download or Print
Full Time Fire Chief Job Description - Download or Print
Full Time Fire Chief Application - Download or Print
Entire Application Packet - Download or Print
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