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Leadership & Governance

Meet the leaders, elected commissioners, and professional firefighters serving our community.
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Meet the People Who Lead & Serve

Learn about South King Fire’s leadership, elected commissioners, and professional firefighters. Explore the people and organizations that guide the district and serve our community.

Meet the Fire Chief

Meet Fire Chief Ryan Woodey and learn about his background, fire service experience, and approach to leadership. Discover his commitment to community connections, health and safety, and service.

Meet the Fire Chief

Board of Fire Commissioners

South King Fire is governed by five elected fire commissioners, each serving a six-year term. Meet the current commissioners, find their profiles, and learn about former members of the board.

Meet the Commissioners

IAFF Local 2024

South King County Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 2024, represents South King Fire’s firefighters. Learn about the union and find its website for information on history, leadership, community involvement, and member resources.

Learn About IAFF Local 2024

Organization Chart

Press the View Organization Chart button to view our latest organizational chart published October 2026.

Organizational Chart
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South King Fire shield emblem next to the text “SOUTH KING FIRE.”

Serving Federal Way, Des Moines, and the surrounding King County communities since 1949. Always ready, always responding.

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