The Guilford Township Trustees are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Fire Chief of the Seville-Guilford Fire Department. This full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package reports to a Board of Trustees and is highly visible within the community.
The Seville-Guilford Fire Department covers Guilford Township and the Village of Seville in Medina County, Ohio. Ideally situated at the intersection of I-71 and I-76, Guilford Township is a short drive to the sports, shopping, and nightlife in Cleveland, Akron, and Canton, as well as the Lake Erie Islands. Seville and Guilford Twp. maintain their rural, small-town feel while also being home to a thriving industrial park and commercial district and a bustling “destination” atmosphere in the downtown business district. As a combination department, the Fire Chief will oversee a staff of 6 full-time and 15 part-time employees responding to an increasing number of calls per year.
Candidates for the position of Fire Chief shall have a minimum of 10 years of experience in fire and EMS with a combination department and 5-years as a Captain or higher. Minimum qualifications include Ohio Firefighter II, Paramedic, and Fire or EMS Instructor (or assistant instructor). Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate success in planning, budgeting, incident command, managing programs, scheduling, and personnel, as well as active involvement in industry-centric associations at the Regional, State, or National level. A Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Business Management, Organizational Leadership, or similar discipline from a regionally accredited college or university is desired. Completion of the NFA’s Executive Fire Officer Program or the OFCA’s Ohio Fire Executive is desired. Comparable combinations of experience, education, and certifications will be considered. Must successfully complete a background check including, but not limited to, a physical exam, drug screen, and psychological evaluation.
Salary range is $80,000 DOQ.
Interested candidates shall submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 letters of reference to: Ray Ruprecht, Fiscal Officer, 3800 Greenwich Rd, Seville, OH 44273 no later than October 28, 2025 by 4:00 p.m. The Guilford Township Trustees intend to fill this position by January 1, 2026. For questions contact Fiscal Officer Ray Ruprecht at 330-769-1929.
A complete job description can be found on the township website: www.GuilfordTownship.us