Description:
The Town of Nolensville, TN, (pop. 17,076) is seeking an experienced fire and rescue service executive to
serve as its next Fire Chief. Nestled within one of the most economically vibrant counties in Tennessee,
Nolensville offers a small-town charm just 30 minutes away from Nashville. The Fire Chief recently moved
back to his hometown after serving in good standing for five years including the past year as Fire Chief of
Nolensville, leaving a well-functioning and capable department. The ideal candidate will lead the fire
department with a focus and commitment to exceptional service protecting life and property while enhancing the quality of life for the residents. With a budget of $3.4M for FY2026-27, the Nolensville Fire & Rescue Department consists of 20 fire and rescue personnel and a growing number of volunteers dedicated to delivering essential fire and rescue services. Reporting to the Town Manager, the successful candidate will not only be a seasoned fire and rescue service executive but also an effective communicator, innovator inservice delivery, and leader for the department and community.
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Fire Science, Management,
Public Administration or closely related degree from an accredited college or university. Additionally,
candidates must have a minimum of ten (10) years of previous experience in firefighting operations and a
minimum of five (5) years of previous experience in firefighting operations as a Battalion Chief Officer or
higher. The candidate should possess training in emergency management operations, disaster planning,
public safety, hazardous materials, personnel management and public relations or any equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. The candidate must possess Tennessee AEMT License,
Tennessee Certification as a Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II, Fire Instructor, and Fire Officer I and II
Certification. Additionally, the candidate will possess professional certification (or ability to attain within 12
months of employment) Fire Department Incident Safety Officer, Fire Officer III and IV, and Fire Investigator. The salary for this at-will position will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Residency in the Town of Nolensville is not required but candidate should reside within a thirty-minute response time.
Application Process:
Qualified applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, and completed employment application to the Town of Nolensville, Attn: Kelly Lancaster, Human Resources Director, 7218 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135, or email to klancaster@nolensvilletn.gov. The Town will be accepting applications through November 13, 2026. Please upload the cover letter and resume as an attachment to the completed employment application that can be found on the Town website and submit the entire package following the instructions provided. For more details and to access the Position profile, visit Employment
Opportunities | Town of Nolensville.
Selection Process:
The Town of Nolensville will conduct initial application package screenings upon receiving applications.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. Following the
selection, a formal offer will be extended, subject to the successful completion of the Town’s hiring
procedures. The anticipated start date for the selected candidate is late October or November 2026.
Inquiries:
For inquiries regarding the position or the recruitment process, please contact Kelly Lancaster, Human
Resources Director at 615-776-6680 or via email klancaster@nolensvilletn.gov.
The Town of Nolensville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, the Town may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
