DSHS SCC McNeil Island Fire Chief

DSHS SCC McNeil Island Fire Chief

The Department of Social and Health Services is hiring an energetic and progressive fire service leader who can generate commitment and momentum around a compelling vision aligned with DSHS and Special Commitment Center priorities. The ideal applicant for Fire Chief at the Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island will have a history of leveraging innovative leadership strategies to maintain high service standards and cultivate accountability. They will have extensive fire service operational experience, and be a proven, frequently sought-after mentor. The individual selected will be known for uncompromising integrity, adherence to stellar professional standards, and unabashedly dedicated to increasing department diversity and advancing the DSHS commitment to equity and inclusion. 

The Fire Chief plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the work of 9 career staff, including all aspects of structural and wildland fire suppression, emergency medical service, marine operations and water rescue, technical rescue, hazardous material response and mitigation, training, prevention, inspection services, and equipment. Additionally, they provide daily administrative oversight for department staff, emphasizing safety, provision of high-quality customer service, and professional development. Legal and regulatory compliance assurance, promotion of inter-agency collaboration, inter-local agreement administration, policy development, and labor relations are but a few of the additional responsibilities compromising the full scope of the Fire Chief's managerial duties. Periodic emergency response involvement and duty officer service ensure the Fire Chief maintains a comprehensive view of the Fire Department. 

Who should apply? 
Four years of experience as a lieutenant or above at a fire department involved in fire suppression activities.
Or
Two years of experience as a lieutenant or above at a fire department involved in fire suppression activities including at least one year as a fire codes enforcement officer.

And

Emergency Medical Technician license.

Special Commitment Center employees ride a passenger ferry between Steilacoom and McNeil Island. The trip is approximately 20 minutes each way. In addition to the advertised salary, employees receive $10 per day premium pay and a free Orca card for use with public transportation. 

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location will be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.  

Questions about this opportunity? Please contact Jill Ranft at jill.ranft@dshs.wa.gov  and reference project number 02431. 

 
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle
 
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

 

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