District Fire/EMS Chief

The Position

Appointed and supervised by the DOCFD 15 Board of Commissioners, the Fire/EMS Chief is responsible for a variety of technical, administrative, and supervisory work in planning, organizing, directing, implementing training, fire prevention, suppression, and rescue/EMS to prevent or minimize the loss of life and property by fire and emergency medical conditions. The Chief works with surrounding Fire and EMS agencies and provides technical staff assistance to the Board of Commissioners.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to emergency incidents, including fires, disasters, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergencies, performing duties necessary to prevent or limit loss of life and property; observes emergency operations, conducts After Action Reviews upon request, and performs required incident investigations, including fire/arson and hazmat investigations.
• Develops, implements, and maintains District Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), strategic planning processes, and training programs in coordination with Station Chiefs to ensure District needs and requirements are met in a timely manner.
• Supervises all volunteer and staff personnel, including Station Chiefs and Officers; conducts annual performance evaluations and, in coordination with District Station Fire Officers, reviews and implements disciplinary actions in accordance with District procedures.
• Ensures compliance with District rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and Memorandums of Understanding, and works with the union on employee issues and labor negotiations.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable fire inspection and code-enforcement codes and ordinances and gathers and disseminates relevant updates.
• Manages District facilities to provide a safe and efficient work environment for staff and volunteers.
• Coordinates with the District Secretary on biweekly and quarterly payroll for paid EMS staff and volunteers, budgets, monthly vouchers, and reports to Fire Commissioners.
• Maintains cooperative relationships with outside agencies and coordinates with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) regarding State mobilization reimbursement and DNR reimbursement for District Coop trucks and seasonal employees.

The Ideal Candidate

Education & Experience:

• Must have at least fifteen (15) years of experience in fire suppression which includes wildland and structure firefighting with a municipal agency, along with a minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory position while in a suppression roll.
• Current Washington State EMT B certification or higher with a minimum of six (6) years of experience.
• Possession of a valid Washington driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days. EVIP Qualification required.
• Candidates are required to successfully complete a DMV physical, WSP background check, drug screening, and have no felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories.
• The selected candidate must establish residency within the boundaries of the DOCFD 15 Fire Districts response area within a reasonable timeframe.
• Instructor I, Structural Firefighter 1, Wildland Firefighter I, and Basic Fire Investigation Qualifications are preferred.
• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities is qualifying.

Compensation & Benefits

• $100,000 - $125,000 DOQ
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• LEOFF 2 Retirement
• Deferred Compensation Plan with Match
• HRA/VEBA Account
• Annual Leave & Sick Leave
• Lifeflight Membership