Airport Assistant Fire Chief

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.