Position Information

Assistant Chief of Operations

For Application information:https://camanofire.com/get-involved/careers/
Applications accepted until January 31, 2025
Reporting directly to the Fire Chief, the Assistant Chief of Camano Island Fire and Rescue primarily serves as the district’s Operations supervisor. The Assistant Chief ensures the operational readiness and daily staffing of the Fire District. In this role, the Assistant Chief plans, organizes, and directs fire suppression and emergency medical care efforts, develops and implements policies and procedures, manages personnel, and performs other duties necessary to minimize the loss of life and property and ensure continuity of district operations.  The Assistant Chief supervises the Training Division, EMS operations and Logistics and Supplies.

The Assistant Chief directly supervises the district’s Battalion Chiefs, Training Officer and Medical Services officer, and indirectly supervises all emergency response personnel.
The Assistant Chief will bring a hands-on, visible leadership style, providing engaged support for staff while empowering team members to grow professionally and make decisions in complex or ambiguous situations. They will value and promote flexibility, collaboration, and delegation as essential tools for cultivating future leaders within the organization.
The Assistant Chief is actively involved in building and maintaining relationships with the community, businesses, industry partners, and non-profit organizations. The Assistant Chief represents the department’s vision and mission, fosters partnerships with external agencies, and facilitates communication to strengthen the department’s presence and impact within the region.  

Position: Assistant Chief of Operations
Organization: Camano Island Fire and Rescue
Location: Camano Island,  WA 
United States
Salary: $175,000-$205,000
Posting Start Date: 1/6/2025
Date Posted: 1/7/2025
Requirements

Education & Experience

Candidates must have an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Fire Science, Command, Public Administration, or a related field or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, with additional advanced coursework in Fire Command or Administration considered highly desirable.

Successful completion of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) and/or Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) certification as a Chief Fire Officer (CFO) preferred. If not a current graduate, the National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP) desired enrollment is required within 2 years of appointment.
Applicants must have a minimum of ten (10) years of fire service experience, at least five (5) years at the rank of Captain or higher.  Demonstrated experience in increasingly responsible fire service management roles is essential.
Must possess or be able to obtain a Washington State driver’s license with a Commercial Endorsement or certification of Emergency Accident Prevention Program training. Driving records must not show any history of license suspension or revocation in any state or territory.
Candidates must obtain an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification with Washington State within one (1) year of hiring.

Status: This listing expires on: 4/7/2025
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Organization Information
Name:
Camano Island Fire and Rescue
Address:
811 N SUNRISE BLVD

Camano Island,  WA 98282
United States
Email:
jallen@camanofire.com
Phone:
(425) 508-2473
Fax:
Contact:
Jason Allen

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