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Spokane County Fire District #3
Cheney, WA · Spokane County
“It's not just our job to enhance and protect the people in our community. It's our passion.”
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Department careers page ↗Spokane County Fire District #3 (SCFD#3) serves the communities of Cheney, Medical Lake, Spangle, and the surrounding areas of southwest Spokane County, Washington. Its administrative headquarters is at Station 31 in Cheney.
The district covers a large, mostly rural footprint of 570 square miles and protects approximately 30,000 residents from 11 stations placed strategically across that area. Alongside emergency response, it invests heavily in prevention work such as public education and fire inspections.
SCFD#3 is governed by a three-member elected Fire Commissioner Board and led by a career command staff. The district stresses that its people are central to its success, and its work spans operations, training, prevention, and maintenance/fabrication divisions.
MissionSpokane County Fire District #3 is dedicated to the preservation of life and property.
Openings at SCFD#3 are posted on the district's Employment page, which lists current career and internal positions along with the application requirements, salary, and deadline for each. Candidates typically submit a letter of interest and a current resume with professional references directly to the district office.
Applications are handled through the administrative office in Cheney; materials can be submitted in person or by email to the Executive Administrator. Watch the Employment page for the specific closing date on each posting, as late applications are not accepted.
Requirements
- Submit a letter of interest
- Submit a current resume including professional references from outside SCFD#3
Hiring process
- Review the current opening and position description on the Employment page
- Prepare a letter of interest and current resume with outside professional references
- Submit application materials in person or by email to the Executive Administrator before the posted deadline
Benefits
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; LEOFF II retirement plan; paid vacation and sick leave; MERP employer match; VEBA employer contribution; life insurance and long-term disability; and a deferred compensation plan.
How do I apply for a job at Spokane County Fire District #3?
Check the district's Employment page for current openings, then submit a letter of interest and a current resume with outside professional references to the Executive Administrator, either in person or by email, before the posted deadline.
What positions are currently open?
The district recently posted a career Battalion Chief position open to both internal and external candidates. Available openings change, so check the Employment page for the latest listings.
What does the job pay?
Pay varies by position. The posted Battalion Chief role listed a salary range of $120,521 to $130,719, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
What benefits does the district offer?
Benefits include employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, the LEOFF II retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, MERP employer match, VEBA employer contribution, life insurance, long-term disability, and a deferred compensation plan.
Where do I send my application materials?
Submit to Deb Arnold, Executive Administrator, at 10 S. Presley Drive, Cheney, WA 99004, or by email to darnold@scfd3.org. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Are late applications accepted?
No. Postings list a firm closing date and time, and late applications will not be accepted.