CONNECT with the CityThe City of San Diego seeks an outstanding and forward-looking leader to step into the role of Fire-Rescue Chief. We are in search of a dynamic, collaborative, and seasoned individual capable of engaging with our diverse community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in resource management and implementing innovative business solutions.
Get Involved
Bob Murray & Associates – an executive recruiter – is leading the recruitment effort on behalf of the Mayor and the City. Interested candidates must apply directly with Bob Murray & Associates. The hiring brochure outlines the application process.
San Diegans are invited to participate in two community meetings happening in April 2024. Additionally, an online survey will be available for community members to provide input and share their priorities for the next Fire-Rescue Chief.
Take the Online Survey Realice la encuesta en línea
Final interviews with top candidates will be held in May 2024.
Community Meetings
The Mayor's Office held two community meetings in April 2024 to gather San Diegan’s opinions on the next Chief of Fire-Rescue. An online survey was available for residents who didn’t have the chance to participate in person. Here are the results of the online survey as well as the results of the Community Forums:
Thank you to all the community members who participated in the community meetings and survey! Your voice and contributions were crucial in the search for our next Fire-Rescue leader.
Recruiting Process
Recruiting Process
Mayor Gloria is committed to a transparent and inclusive recruitment process. Following the community meetings, a stakeholder interview panel will be comprised of nominees from each City Council Office, and the Mayor will select nominees for an executive panel to include executive-level public safety enforcement officials and other regional leaders.
The process to hire a new Chief of Fire-Rescue, outlined in Article V of the City Charter, calls for the Mayor to appoint a candidate to be confirmed by the City Council.
Timeline of Significant Steps in the Recruitment Process
NOTE: This timeline is subject to change.
Recruitment period opened in March and closed on the application deadline, April 22, 2024
- View the hiring brochure.
Two community meetings were held in person and the online survey was available for all San Diegans to provide input.
Interviews
Candidate selection
City Council confirmation and appointment
Chief Stowell retirement