Dover Township (population 23,000+) seeks an experienced candidate in a newly created senior level position in the areas of long-term strategic planning, finance, administration, and coordination of emergency services to include Fire, EMS, and Emergency Management projects and activities including implementation of initiatives and programs.
Additional duties include review and issue of Burn, Fireworks and Parade and Assembly permits, attending Board of Supervisor’s meetings, serving as community liaison representing Dover Township, serving as the Township Fire Marshall, and serving as the Township’s Emergency Management Coordinator.
This developing rural Township operates under a five-person Board of Supervisors and the Emergency Services Coordinator will report to the Township Manager. The Township is served by an all-volunteer fire department and a non-profit ambulance club.
Candidates should possess a minimum of an Associate’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science or related field and five years of fire service experience. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate distinguished competence in the management of people and projects.
Deadline for resumes is March 31, 2025. Please send your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:
Laurel A. Oswalt, Township Manager
Dover Township
2480 West Canal Road
Dover, PA 17315
Or Email to: [email protected]
