General Manager

General Manager

Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2

Bexar County (San Antonio Area), Texas

Help Shape the Future of Public Safety

BXCESD2 seeks an accomplished, visionary executive to serve as its next General Manager. Help shape this progressive Texas district’s future alongside the Fire Chief and Board of Commissioners, serving a growing community.

We welcome strategic, collaborative executives who improve organizations, processes, and teams.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The General Manager and Fire Chief are co-equal executive leaders, each reporting independently and directly to the Board of Commissioners. Neither position is subordinate to the other. Each maintains responsibility and authority within their respective areas of administration and operations, as established by the Board.

The General Manager leads the District’s civilian administrative functions. The Fire Chief is responsible for fire, rescue, emergency medical services, emergency response operations, and associated operational functions.

Both executives must maintain a professional, respectful, collaborative relationship; respect their respective responsibilities; develop coordinated recommendations; and support Board decisions and strategic priorities. They coordinate organizational priorities, strategic planning, budgeting, capital improvements, and administrative initiatives to advance the District’s mission and the Board’s strategic direction.

The General Manager provides executive oversight of:

- Finance and budget administration
- Human resources and employee benefits
- Information technology and cybersecurity
- Capital improvement projects
- Procurement and contract administration
- Records management and compliance
- Public information and government relations
- Strategic planning and organizational administration

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain a strong, effective working relationship with the Fire Chief through ongoing communication, coordination, and collaboration on District administration, financial planning, personnel resources, capital improvements, organizational policies, and strategic initiatives.

As General Manager, you will:
- Provide executive leadership for civilian operations and develop innovative strategies to strengthen organizational performance.
- Partner with the Board and Fire Chief to establish long-term strategic goals.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal accountability.
- Collaborate with the Fire Chief to develop, prepare, monitor, and administer annual operating and capital budgets.
- Coordinate annual financial audits, financial reporting, forecasting, payroll administration, and compensation planning.
- Lead human resources initiatives to attract, retain, and develop exceptional employees.
- Guide major capital improvement projects from planning through completion, coordinating planning, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and implementation with the Fire Chief.
- Modernize technology systems and improve cybersecurity and operational efficiency.
- Negotiate contracts and cultivate strong relationships with vendors and governmental partners.
- Oversee governmental records management, public information requests, and compliance with applicable governmental transparency requirements.
- Ensure compliance with Texas laws governing Emergency Services Districts.
- Monitor legislative developments and governmental requirements affecting Texas Emergency Services Districts and recommend appropriate action to the Board.
- Support emergency management through financial administration, resource tracking, procurement, and logistical coordination during disasters and major emergencies.
- Communicate and coordinate with the Fire Chief on administrative decisions affecting emergency operations, staffing, facilities, technology, and organizational readiness.
- Represent the District professionally throughout the community and state.

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

We seek someone who:
- Leads with integrity, transparency, and professionalism.
- Builds trust and strong working relationships.
- Thinks strategically and delivers practical results.
- Is financially savvy and understands governmental budgeting.
- Enjoys solving complex organizational challenges.
- Balances multiple high-priority initiatives.
- Communicates confidently with elected officials, employees, and community stakeholders.
- Makes difficult decisions while remaining collaborative and approachable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or GED.
- Current valid Class C State of Texas Driver License (Class B preferred).
- Associate degree or substantial coursework in public administration, business administration, or accounting, or meets the BXCESD2 equivalency guide.
- Five (5) years of business management and administration experience.
- Five (5) years of financial management experience.
- Five (5) years of bookkeeping and financial software experience.
- Five (5) years of information technology experience.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Highly competitive candidates will possess:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- Ten (10) years of business management and administration experience.
- Ten (10) years of financial management experience.
- Ten (10) years of bookkeeping and financial software experience.
- Ten (10) years of information technology experience.
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience.

Substitution of a combination of experience and education may be considered during selection.

GOVERNMENTAL KNOWLEDGE AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong working knowledge of governmental administration, public-sector policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable Texas laws governing Emergency Services Districts, including but not limited to:
- Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 775 — Emergency Services Districts: statutory authority, governance, administrative responsibilities, and operational limitations.
- Texas Government Code, Chapter 551 — Texas Open Meetings Act: public meeting requirements, notices, agendas, executive sessions, and governmental transparency.
- Texas Government Code, Chapter 552 — Texas Public Information Act: public information requests, disclosure requirements, applicable exceptions, and statutory deadlines.
- Governmental budgeting, financial accountability, public procurement, contract administration, records retention, and other applicable state and local governmental requirements.

The General Manager must provide informed administrative guidance to the Board, collaborate with the Fire Chief, and coordinate with District legal counsel to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Board-adopted policies.

WHY BXCESD2?

Our employees are dedicated public servants committed to excellence, innovation, accountability, and teamwork. We value leaders who invest in people, embrace continuous improvement, and prepare the organization to meet our community’s evolving needs. Serve one of Texas’s fastest-growing regions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Final candidates must successfully complete:
- Comprehensive background investigation
- Drug and alcohol screening
- District suitability examination

Applicants must meet all District eligibility requirements.

ANTICIPATED SALARY

$147,150.00 to $190,000.00 annually, depending on qualifications (DOQ).

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Executive responsibilities may require additional hours.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply at:
https://ureconsultinggroup.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Upload a cover letter, resume, and relevant credentials. Only completed applications submitted through the portal above will be considered.

Bexar County Emergency Services District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PROCESS TIMELINE

Dates are projections and may be subject to change.

- November 9–December 7: Position advertisement.
- November 9–December 7: Questionnaires distributed to qualified applicants as identified. Applicants are required to return questionnaires after five (5) business days.
- Week of December 14: Zoom interviews with the top tier of finalists.
- Week of December 28: On-site finalist interviews with the top candidates.
- Week of January 4: Final candidate selection.