Deputy Chief of Prevention

City of Airway Heights • Airway Heights, WA

2d • $100,130 - $119,560 • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Airway Heights Fire Department is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Deputy Chief of Prevention. The Department serves a total population of approximately 12,120 year-round residents and operates from one station staffed by 4 career chief officers, 7 career firefighters, and 20 volunteers. The salary range for the Deputy Chief of Prevention position for 2027 is $100,130 - $119,560 plus an excellent benefits package. Applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on October 2, 2026. Submit your online application, resume, cover letter, and upload all certificates at https://cawh.bamboohr.com/careers.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years of fire and EMS service in a similar or larger sized organization.
• Current certification as a Washington State EMT-B or National Registry EMT-B.
• IFSAC/ProBoard Firefighter II, IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Officer I, IFSAC/ProBoard/NFPA/ICC Fire Inspector I.
• Must possess or obtain a valid state issued driver’s license.
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain the following certifications within one year of appointment: ICC Fire Inspector II, ICC Fire Plans Examiner, IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Officer II.
• At the discretion of the Fire Chief, may also be required to obtain IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Instructor I, IFSAC/ProBoard Fire and Life Safety Educator I, and NWCG Firefighter II.

Responsibilities

• Prevention duties as Deputy Chief of Prevention

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• City pays up to $1,591.00 towards your benefits
• City pays for the employee’s dental coverage
• Contributes $500 per month to a VEBA account or may be used to offset dependent insurance premiums
• Enrollment into the LEOFF 2 retirement system
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
• Optional pre-tax AFLAC programs
• 8 hours of vacation per month
• 10 hours of sick time per month
• 13 paid holidays
• 4 personal holidays
• Clothing allowance of $1,500 per year after your first year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed