Fire ChiefElk River, MN is a vibrant and growing community located approximately 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis in Sherburne County. The City of Elk River is seeking a highly experienced and visionary executive-level leader to serve as our next Fire Chief. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated and professional fire department committed to exceptional public safety services. Bachelor's degree in fire science, public administration, business administration, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred. Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible fire safety experience in an on-call fire agency or full-time fire department. Senior executive-level leadership experience. The compensation range for the next Fire Chief is $160,599 to $178,399. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume at www.GovHRjobs.com. Questions may be directed to Jon Fehlman at (847) 380-3240 ext. 142. Electronic applications only. The application deadline is October 30, 2026, EOB.
