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Camano Fire seeking proposals for new HR Information System solutions

Camano Island Fire & Rescue is currently seeking proposals from qualified software vendors for Human Resource Information System solutions and implementation services. Interested vendors can review the district’s full Request for Proposals [PDF] online. As a growing agency with increasingly complex workforce management requirements, the district is looking for a way to streamline administrative processes, … Read more

Voters to consider EMS levy renewal August 5

Ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on Election Day Camano Island voters will decide in the Aug. 5 primary election whether to renew Camano Island Fire & Rescue’s emergency medical services (EMS) levy. If approved, the measure would restore the EMS levy rate to $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value—the same rate previously … Read more

Type 2 Burn Ban starts at 4 p.m. July 18, 2025

The Island County Sheriff’s Office has put a Type 2 burn ban in place restricting all outdoor burning in Island County. The Type 2 burn ban begins at 4 p.m. Friday, July 18. Call 911 to report burn ban violations to the Island County Sheriff’s Office. During a Type 2 Burn Ban, you CANNOT: Use propane-fueled … Read more

Camano Fire seeking contractor quotes for construction of temporary quarters at Mabana fire station

Camano Fire is seeking quotes for the construction of temporary sleeping quarters inside the Mabana fire station from interested contractors. UPDATE: Camano Fire will issue an addendum on Thursday, July 17, to answer questions regarding the scope of work. Please submit any questions to emailed to Maintenance Manager Jay Jacks – jjacks@camanofire.com – by noon … Read more

Aaron Fields selected as new Assistant Chief for Camano Fire

June 18, 2025 “I’m most comfortable when I’m working.” That statement – from Camano Fire’s next Assistant Chief – is an apt reflection of how Aaron Fields has approached his career in the fire service. Fields is a 25-year veteran of Seattle Fire and well-known in the fire industry as the founder of Nozzle Forward. … Read more

Now hiring: Full-time Firefighter/Paramedics

April 30, 2025 Calling all paramedics: Apply today for a fantastic full-time position with Camano Fire. More than 68 percent of our 2,400 annual calls are medical, giving you plenty of chances to put your paramedic skills to use. We’re hiring full-time experienced firefighter/Paramedics for open positions and a standing list. Candidates must apply through … Read more

Now hiring: Full-time Firefighter/EMTs

April 16, 2025 Take advantage of your chance to work for Camano Fire. We’re hiring full-time experienced firefighter/EMTs for open positions and a standing list. Candidates must apply through the National Testing Network and submit all application materials by 5 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025. Experienced candidates have at least one year of experience and … Read more