Battalion Chief

(Career Opportunity)

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Salary Range: $120,521 – $130,719
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Open to Internal and External Candidates

Applications due by June 29th, 2026 at 12pm.

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Spokane County Fire District #3 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Battalion Chief. This leadership position is responsible for command and operational decision-making at emergency incidents, supervision of assigned personnel, and support of department operations, training, and fire prevention activities.

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Download Recruitment Information

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Application Process

 

Please provide the following:

• Letter of Interest

• Current Resume

  • Include professional references outside of Spokane County Fire District #3   

 

Submit Application Packet To

 

Deb Arnold, Executive Administrator
Spokane County Fire District #3
10 S. Presley Drive
Cheney, WA 99004

Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Email: darnold@scfd3.org

Phone: (509) 235-6645

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Applications may be submitted in person during regular business hours or by email.

Compensation & Benefits

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• Salary range of $120,521 – $130,719

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% employer-paid premiums for employee and dependents)

• LEOFF II Retirement

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Paid Sick Leave

• MERP Employer Match

• VEBA Employer Contribution

• Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability

• Deferred Compensation Plan

 

Application Deadline:

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 No Later Than Monday, June 29, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (Noon)

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Late applications will not be considered.