The Executive Director serves as the operational agent of the Essex County Fire Chiefs Association, ensuring the successful implementation of its goals and programs. This role includes overseeing daily operations, representing the Association, managing membership services, financial affairs, mentoring fire chiefs, and administering key programs under the direction of the President and the Board of Directors
The Essex County Fire Chiefs Association (ECFCA) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to serve as its Executive Director.
The Executive Director serves as the operational leader of the Association and works under the direction of the Board of Directors through the Association President. The position is responsible for supporting the Association’s programs, membership, financial administration, regional initiatives, and relationships with fire service, governmental, and public safety partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Association.
- Support the President, Board of Directors, committees, and divisions.
- Represent the ECFCA with governmental agencies, professional organizations, and regional partners.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to fire chiefs.
- Assist with financial administration, budgeting, membership services, and Association communications.
- Oversee established regional programs and training initiatives.
- Assist in developing and implementing new programs and strategic initiatives.
- Promote regional cooperation, professional development, and excellence within the fire service.
Qualifications
The successful candidate should possess demonstrated leadership, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, along with a strong understanding of the fire service, emergency services, municipal government, or a related public safety environment.
Prior experience as a fire chief, senior fire service officer, public safety executive, municipal administrator, association executive, or in a comparable leadership position is highly desirable. Preference to candidates who have held the position of Fire Chief.
Compensation
Salary Range: As a W2 employee $45,000–$50,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and current résumé to:
Chief Jenifer Collins-Brown
President
Essex County Fire Chiefs Association
jcollinsbrown@topsfield-ma.gov
Applications will be accepted until October 23, 2026.
The Essex County Fire Chiefs Association is committed to identifying a highly qualified individual who can provide strong leadership, support its membership, and advance regional collaboration throughout Essex County.
This remains consistent with the leadership, mentorship, financial, membership, and program responsibilities established in the underlying Executive Director job description.