Snohomish County Fire District 17 (Granite Falls Fire)
Location: Granite Falls, WA
Granite Falls, Washington, named for the
abundant granite in its waterfall gorge, is celebrated for its striking natural
surroundings and plentiful recreational opportunities. The city is conveniently
located approximately 17 miles northeast of the city of Everett and the I-5
corridor and is one of the fastest-growing areas in Snohomish County, with
ongoing construction of numerous housing units and a growing assortment of
businesses. Despite this growth, Granite Falls maintains its small-town charm,
featuring a welcoming, neighborly atmosphere and friendly residents.
Snohomish County Fire District 17 (Granite
Falls Fire) responded to more than 2,800 calls for service in 2022. Granite
Falls Fire supports its community through fire prevention and public education
services, positive engagement, school visits, CPR and First Aid training, blood
pressure checks, address plate distribution, and station tours/visits. The
district provides safe, efficient, and cost-effective professional response to
the emergency and nonemergency needs of those within its 50.5 square mile
service area, and adjacent districts under Interlocal Agreements. The district
operates from two staffed stations on a 2023 operating budget of $4.4 million.
Operational staff currently includes two Chief Officers, one Administrative
Officer, 12 Career Firefighter/EMTs, four Single-Role Paramedics, an Office
Assistant, approximately 24 part-time personnel, and additional volunteers,
including chaplaincy and support services.
Under the direction of the Assistant Chief,
the Deputy Fire Chief responds to emergencies when necessary and initiates or
assumes incident command or function in a senior command staff position on any
incident. This position will command and direct the activities of fire/aid
units at the scene of fires, medical emergencies, or disasters unless relieved
by a higher-ranking officer. The incoming Deputy Fire Chief will be mentored
and exposed to all facets of the organization, with the goal of succession
within Granite Falls Fire. This position will need to be available after hours
for emergencies and will be a liaison with other Chief Officers and the Board
as needed.
Minimum Qualifications (Required): Ten (10)
years of experience in firefighting and emergency medical services. Five (5)
years of experience as a first response officer, supervising personnel. IFSAC
Incident Safety Officer. IFSAC Fire Officer II – within one year of hire. Associate
degree in a related field. Blue Card Incident Command – within one year of
hire. NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, 800. NIMS ICS 300, 400 – within one year of hire.
Skill in managing personnel, work programs, projects, and budgets. Any
combination of education, experience, and training that clearly demonstrates
the required knowledge, skills, abilities, behaviors, and traits to perform the
position's essential functions may be considered. (Please see the position
profile and job description for additional required and preferred qualifications.)
For a complete position profile, full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman
at https://www.prothman.com/ and click
on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. Snohomish County
Fire District 17 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review of
applications:November 26,
2023 (open until filled).