Description

The City of Spokane is seeking aDirector of Emergency Communicationsto lead the launch of a state-of-the-art Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) serving the largest city in Eastern Washington. This is an exciting leadership opportunity to shape the future of emergency response in a growing and dynamic region. Nestled in the rolling hills of eastern Washington and situated along the I-90 corridor just 20 miles from the Idaho border, Spokane is a vibrant city of 230,000 and the cultural and economic heart of the Inland Northwest. Downtown centered around the scenic Spokane River, the city offers a thriving arts scene, a strong sense of community, and abundant access to public lands and year-round outdoor recreation. Spokane is also a proud college town, home to several universities that add energy, innovation, and opportunity to the region. 
 
THE CITY OF SPOKANE 
 
Incorporated in 1881, the City of Spokane operates under a strong mayor form of government, with leadership provided by an independently elected Mayor and a seven-member City Council, including a Council President. The City serves a population of approximately 230,000 residents across 70 square miles, supported by a 2025–2026 biennial budget of nearly $2.5 billion and a workforce of 2,814 full-time employees.  
 
The Spokane Unified Network (SUN) is expected to serve both the City of Spokane and regional partners through mutual aid agreements, with an anticipated annual budget of approximately $18 million and a staff of about 80 FTEs, including 72 operational positions. 
 
 
WHY APPLY  
 
This is a unique opportunity to join the City of Spokane in establishing and expanding Washington State’s newest Emergency Communications Center – Spokane United 911 Network (SUN).  The Director of Emergency Communications is a new position that will oversee the development and launch of SUN as the City’s primary PSAP, a stand-alone City department that serves as the dedicated call-taking and dispatch center for the City’s Fire, Police, and Emergency Medical Services.  
 
 Apply online at: https://gmphr.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2nm8xmwyglr 

More Information:GMP Consultantsis assisting the City of Spokane with this search. Learn more at gmphr.com. The City of Spokane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First Review is Rolling interviews will be conducted through November 9, 2025. 

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