District Fire/EMS Chief

About the role

Douglas Okanogan County Fire District 15, based in Brewster, Washington, is hiring a District Fire/EMS Chief. Appointed and supervised by the District's Board of Commissioners, the Chief plans, organizes, directs and implements training, fire prevention, suppression and rescue/EMS to protect life and property. The Chief works with surrounding fire and EMS agencies and supports the Board of Commissioners.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to emergency incidents (fires, disasters, medical emergencies, hazmat) and conduct after-action reviews and incident investigations, including fire/arson and hazmat investigations.
• Develop, implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures, strategic planning and training programs with Station Chiefs.
• Supervise volunteer and staff personnel, including Station Chiefs and Officers, and run annual performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with district rules and policies and work with the union on employee issues and labor negotiations.
• Maintain knowledge of fire inspection and code-enforcement codes and ordinances.
• Manage district facilities and coordinate with the District Secretary on payroll, budgets, vouchers and reports.
• Coordinate with the Department of Natural Resources and Washington State Patrol on state mobilization and DNR reimbursement.

Required profile

• At least 15 years of fire suppression experience, including wildland and structure firefighting with a municipal agency, and at least 5 years in a supervisory position.
• Current Washington State EMT-B certification or higher, with at least 6 years of experience.
• Valid Washington driver's license (or ability to obtain one within 90 days).
• EVIP qualification required; candidates must pass a DMV physical, WSP background check and drug screening, with no felony convictions.
• Residency within the district's response area within a reasonable time.
• Instructor I, Structural Firefighter 1, Wildland Firefighter I and Basic Fire Investigation qualifications preferred.

What we offer

• Salary of $100,000 - $125,000.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• LEOFF 2 retirement and deferred compensation plan with match.
• HRA/VEBA account, annual leave and sick leave.
• Lifeflight membership.