The Ideal Candidate for Deputy Chief
SVFD is seeking a Deputy Fire Chief who is seasoned, a decisive administrator and an effective manager with command presence and experience. The Deputy Chief must demonstrate the ability to empower, develop and encourage others. An individual known for having outstanding communication skills and an approach characterized by professionalism, fairness, integrity, and openness, honesty, and transparency would do well in this position. The selected Deputy Chief will have experience working with diverse community and working a variety of groups at the neighborhood level. It is essential that the chosen candidate have a pro-active problem-solving approach to the position and be both willing and able to make difficult decisions when necessary.
Please go to: Spokanevalleyfire.com/join-us/ to complete the application packet.
Salary and Benefits
- $213,202.80 annually upon employment; $224,424.00 annually after successfully completing six (6) months employment
- Vacation – 22 hours/month
- Sick Leave – 12 hours/month
- Holiday Pay –116 hours/year (prorated based on date of hire)
- Bereavement Leave - Up to 40 hrs.
- Medical Insurance – Employee covered in full; minimal employee monthly portion out of pocket for dependent coverage.
- Dental Insurance – Department pay up to $130.00 monthly.
- Life Insurance - $50,000 death benefit for employee
- Retirement – Enrollment in LEOFF;
- Deferred Comp – The department will match the employee’s contribution up to 2.5% of salary
Application, resume, cover letter, answers to supplemental questions, and military preference percentage affidavit, if applicable submitted to Employment@Spokanevalleyfire.com.
Application Packets at Spokanevalleyfire.com/join-us/
The position will be open for recruitment through Wednesday June 18, 2025. Application Packets must be emailed on or before 4:00pm on June 18, 2025 to Employment@spokanevalleyfire.com.
Brochure
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