Position Information

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue is seeking a Fire Chief for this growing area of southeast Snohomish County, WA located between the northern Seattle metropolitan area and the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. The District serves a population of 160,000 across 135 square miles that include the City of Lake Stevens, the City of Monroe, and nearby areas of unincorporated southeast Snohomish County including the communities of Maltby and Clearview. 

SNOHOMISH REGIONAL FIRE & RESCUE 

Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue (SRFR) is an all-hazards fire district governed by an elected seven-member Board of Fire Commissioners who serve six-year terms. In 2023, SRFR became the first and only fire agency in Snohomish County to achieve international accreditation from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI)—a prestigious recognition that demonstrates their commitment to excellence. With 273 FTEs, the District responds to an average of 12,000 calls per year and operates from 10 fully staffed fire stations, an administration building located in Monroe, and a logistics facility in Snohomish. Staffing includes career firefighters (204), prevention (9), logistics (4), executive (11), administrative (20), mechanics (11), commissioners (7), and chaplains (7). 

WHY APPLY 

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a progressive, accredited, and family-oriented fire department known for its exceptional personnel and positive environment. As Fire Chief, you’ll guide operations across multiple dynamic communities, expanding service to meet evolving needs. This robust and stable organization is well-supported by an engaged Board of Fire Commissioners, has excellent labor relations, and is financially sound with current fire and EMS levies. With a cultural leadership team, post-retirement medical fund, in-house fleet services, and special operations teams, this is truly a destination department. If you are a visionary leader with financial expertise and strong relationship-building skills to unite stakeholders, inspire a team, and drive continued excellence—this may be the right opportunity for you.  

More Information:?GMP Consultants?is assisting Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue (SRFR) with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. SRFR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is May 23, 2025.