The fire department is actively involved in providing educational programs for residents and the business community in the areas of fire prevention and public safety. A bachelor's degree and at least five years of responsible fire suppression and prevention experience including three years of management and supervisory experience are required.
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The Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District is an autonomous special district located along San Pablo Bay in west Contra Costa County that provides fire protection to the unincorporated Town of Rodeo and the City of Hercules, serving 30,000 people. The position requires that candidates possess 10 years of full-time fire fighting experience, including at least 5 in a supervisory capacity with an AA in fire science or 8 years of fire fighting experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory capacity with a BA in fire science. Additionally candidates must be U.S. citizens, possess a Class C California driver's license, have an honorable discharge from any military service and reside within a 35 mile radius. File by Feb. 23, 2001. The Appleton Fire Department is seeking a highly motivated professional to assume responsibility for the development, management and delivery of fire prevention programs.