Welcome to the City of Arlington Fire Department
Welcome From Fire Chief Jim Rankin
Welcome to the Arlington Fire Department Web site. This site, developed in partnership with other city agencies, is designed to provide the citizens of Arlington with timely information about services, activities, and programs regarding the Arlington Fire Department. We are very proud of the role that the Arlington Fire Department plays in our community.
It is hoped that by using this site, you will learn more about the services and programs our fire department provides. Additionally, we hope you find the information and related links as valuable tools in answering your questions regarding fire safety, emergency medical services, emergency preparedness, and the Arlington Fire Department. Most importantly, this Internet Web site is just one more way to conveniently communicate with us.
We are eager to answer our citizens' questions and seek the opportunity to hear your ideas and suggestions. Please take the time to browse through our links and send us a message if you so desire.
If you would like to contact us directly, please call our direct line at 360.403.3600.
Sincerely,
Jim Rankin
Fire Chief
Chief Rankin has over 50 years of experience in the fire service starting as a Volunteer Fire Fighter and working his way up to the rank of Fire Chief. Jim’s experience as a fire chief spans some 30 plus years serving five different agencies. He has an Associate’s degree in Fire Science, a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, and is a graduate of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer program. His education and professional training is augmented by various other National Fire Academy programs as well as upper division college course and classes.
Chief Rankin came to Arlington on October 31, 2005. He has been married to Debbie for 34 years and they have raised two different families; their own 3 children and 3 of Debbie’s nieces. Chief Rankin and his family live in Arlington. Chief Rankin is also very active in various community clubs and activities.
