AIRPORT ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF

Snohomish County Airport is seeking to hire an Airport Assistant Fire Chief. 

Posting will remain open until filled with first review of applications occurring on August 30, 2026.  Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early!

Paine Field Airport Snohomish County offers outstanding benefits and competitive wages, job flexibility and stability, employer paid ORCA cards, and a friendly, diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference to the citizens we provide services to. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career at Snohomish County.

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BASIC FUNCTION

    Assist the Airport Fire Chief with planning, developing, and implementing Fire and Security Programs at Snohomish County Airport, to provide leadership and management for the Fire/Security Department, to ensure the operation of an effective incident response capability, and to support Airport community and tenant relations programs.  Act on behalf of the Airport Fire Chief in their absence or as directed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is not a part of a job series, but it serves as the second-in-command of the Airport Fire Department and acts on behalf of the Airport Fire Chief when delegated or during the Fire Chief’s absence. The Assistant Fire Chief provides leadership and operational oversight and supports the management of personnel, training, regulatory compliance, and emergency response functions.