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Chief Lauss
Deputy Chief Kirk Stobart

Fire  Chief

Charles ‘Chuck’ E. Lauss

 Deputy Chief

Kirk Stobart

As the fourth largest career Fire Department in the State of Missouri the Independence Fire Administrative Division is responsible for the overall management of the Fire Department. The Division establishes policy, processes payroll, administers the budget, and serves the personnel of the Fire Department. 

This Division also ensures that strategic goals and objectives meet the vision and mission of the Department. The Division coordinates the personnel issues for 183 employees in the five different department divisions. 

The most vital role undertaken by Fire Administration is coordination of customer service. The Division serves as a liaison between the Department and other cities, the International Association of Firefighters Local 781, the public, the business community, the press and other departments of the City.  

This Division consists of the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief of Operations, one Administrative Specialist III and two Administrative Specialist II. 

To contact Fire Administration call (816) 325-7123 

Contact the Fire Administration at fireonline@indepmo.org.