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Firefighters are responsible for performing fire
operations and prevention duties. Work involves fire
suppression, rescue, emergency medical services,
extrication, inspection, public education, training, and
engine company and/or ladder truck duties. Special
operations include the Hazardous Materials Response
Team, the Technical Rescue Team, Confined Space
Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, Technical Rope Rescue
and Trench Rescue. On average, the fire department
responds to 7,000 calls annually. Firefighters may
work individually or as a fire suppression team member
and work under the regular supervision of a Fire
Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief Officer.
We are looking for someone who has a minimum of 60 credits of post-secondary
education at an approved college, university, or technical school by the date of hire.
EMT Basic and Firefighter I certifications are required. Candidates must be licensed,
or have the ability to be licensed, as a Paramedic in the State of Wisconsin by the
end of probation.
Salary
The starting annual salary for Firefighter/Paramedic is $70,317.94 plus an excellent
fringe benefit package including: paid time off; health, dental and vision insurance;
life insurance; short-/long-term disability insurance; accident insurance; health and
wellness programs; post-employment health plan; deferred compensation; and
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). We are proud to say the WRS is among the
best funded and best managed public pension systems in the country!
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Posted on site: 09/23/2025
Posted on site until: 11/09/2025
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Posted on site: 07/30/2025
Posted on site until: 08/10/2025
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Town of Ixonia Fire/EMS Chief - Job Description
Position Title: Fire Chief
Employment Type: Full-time
Appointed by: Town Board
Reports to: Town Board
Position Summary:
The Fire Chief is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operations of the Town
Fire/EMS Department. This position involves directing fire suppression, prevention, and emergency
response activities while ensuring the safety and effectiveness of personnel and the protection of life
and property within the community. The Fire Chief must ensure compliance with Wisconsin
Administrative Code SPS 330, the Town of Ixonia’s Municipal Code, and relevant state statutes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight of fire/EMS department operations, including fire
suppression, emergency medical response, fire prevention, training, and public education.
• Ensure compliance with SPS 330 regulations and other applicable state and federal laws, as well
as town policies and procedures.
• Is the incident commander of all firefighting, hazardous materials, emergency medical and
special rescue incidents of the department.
• Develop and implement department policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.
• Work with Fire Department Officers and Clerk/Treasurer on recruitment of full-time and
volunteer staff.
• Oversee training, and retention of paid on-call volunteers and full-time staff.
• Serve as primary liaison between fire department and other town departments, elected officials,
external agencies, and the public.
• Maintain department records, including incident reports, training documentation, and
equipment maintenance logs.
• Work with the Fire Department Officers and Clerk/Treasurer in preparing annual budget.
• Manage department budget, including financial planning, procurement, and grant applications.
• May serve as servicing Director for the Fire Department and overseas emergency medical
services for quality assurance, medical control and regulation compliance
• Provides appropriate training and assignment of department personnel: plans, organizes, directs
and coordinates the work of subordinate professional, technical, and clerical personnel
• Works with Fire Department Officers and Clerk/Treasurer on discipline, evaluation of job
performance of personnel annually or as otherwise necessary.
• Conducts appropriate staff meetings; attends other job-related meetings
• Represents the Town of Ixonia Fire & EMS Department throughout the community, both in
person and through all media outlets
• Collaborate with Building Inspector to ensure that all construction and remodeling projects
comply with fire safety standards as outlined in the municipal code.
• Serve in an EMS shift position and respond with the full-time staff and/or fill in when a full-time
staff member is away from the department on personal or other business-related matters.
• Collaborate with the Town and County Emergency Management Director to develop and
implement emergency response plans, ensuring preparedness for various disaster scenarios
Qualifications and Requirements:
• WI Certified Firefighter I & II, MPO
• Minimum Fire Officer I (Fire Officer II preferred)
• Wisconsin Fire Inspector
• Minimum AEMT Certification (Paramedic Preferred)
• Certification in Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, and 400 (within 2 years of hire
date)
Licensing: Valid Wisconsin driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
Experience:
• 10 to 15 years in the industry
• 5 years of Chief Officer experience required (minimum Battalion or Division Chief or higher)
• Understanding of MABAS (Mutual Aid Box Alarm System)
Skills and Abilities:
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to effectively manage personnel, resources, and emergency situations.
• Knowledge of fire suppression techniques, fire prevention methods, emergency response
planning, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in budgeting, grant writing, and administrative management.
• Experience with fire department technology, reporting systems, equipment operation, and
equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by
emergency response needs.
Physical and Environmental Requirements:
• Ability to perform strenuous physical activity, including lifting, climbing, and working extreme
conditions
• Exposure to hazardous environments, smoke, extreme temperatures, and high-stress situations.
• Must be able to wear and operate self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary range of $80,000 to $95,000, compensation for this full-time position will be determined based
on qualifications and experience,. The Town of Ixonia offers a competitive benefits package including
WRS (Wisconsin Retirement System) participation.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a Town of Ixonia employment application (on website), cover
letter, resume, and a minimum of five (5) professional references to:
The Town of Ixonia via mail, email or in person. Email: joannl@townofixonia.com
Application dead line is Monday, September 29, 2025 8:00 am. The Town of Ixonia is an equal
opportunity employer.
Note: The job functions listed above are intended as illustration of the various types of work performed
by a person in the position covered by this classification. This list is not all-inclusive. The Town Board has
the right to assign the employee tasks that are not listed above if the task is reasonable and within the
scope of responsibilities.
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Posted on site: 07/30/2025
Posted on site until: 09/29/2025
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