The minimum requirements for the position of Fire Chief are:

• Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years progressive Chief Officer experience with at least three years at an Administrative level.
• Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration or related field.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Must have proof of eligibility for employment in the United States.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to communicate the English language clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Must be a non-user of any tobacco products.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills.

Highly desirable candidate qualifications and qualities include:

• Understanding of taxation and election strategies.
• Experience as the Fire Chief of a special district or other entity wherein the fire chief is the Chief Executive as opposed to a department-head.
• Proven consensus and trust builder.
• Political acumen and sensitivity.
• Adaptive, encouraging management style.
• Successful management of COVID-19 mandates.
• Successfully led transition from smaller department to larger department.
• Experience expanding mental health services for personnel.
• Even-keeled under pressure and when mediating conflict.
• Financial strategist for long-term sustainability.
• Proactive and detail-oriented problem solver.

The monthly salary for the incoming Fire Chief is $17,385.72 to $18,213.62 and is dependent upon qualifications. SVFD also offers an attractive benefits package including:

• Retirement: Washington State LEOFF2
• Medical and Dental Insurance: Provided with some employee participation.
• Vehicle: Department vehicle provided.
• Vacation: 22 hours per month.
• Holidays: 96 hours per year.
• Bereavement Leave: 40 hours.
• Sick Leave: 12 hours per month.
• Deferred Compensation: Match of 2.5% of monthly wage.
• Life Insurance: $50,000.

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Click on the Spokane Valley Fire Department link below to Express Interest by
Monday, Nov. 8, 2021.