Fire District Office

Scott LoParco, Fire Chief
509-737-0911 ext. 1116  
scott@bentonone.org

The Fire Chief is the executive and administrative officer of the Fire District, overseeing its leadership, operations, and administration. Responsibilities include supervising all personnel, with authority to discipline, suspend, and recommend terminations, as well as appointing and promoting officers, subject to Board approval. The Fire Chief directs training, enforces policies, maintains equipment and facilities, and assists in budget preparation. This role also involves maintaining records, authorizing purchases within budget limits, and assigning and supervising duties per Board resolutions.

Ryan Nicholls, Deputy Fire Chief
509-737-0911 ext. 1115  
ryan@bentonone.org

The Deputy Fire Chief serves as the Operations Officer of the Fire District, assuming all duties of the Fire Chief in their absence. Responsibilities include supervising Battalion Chiefs, career staff, and station residents, with authority to discipline and conduct internal investigations. The Deputy Fire Chief oversees volunteer firefighter applications, recommends officer appointments and promotions, and ensures personnel receive necessary training. This role also assists in budget preparation, authorizes purchases, maintains required records, and assigns and supervises duties in line with Board policies and state laws.

Christie Brown, Finance Manager
509-737-0911 ext. 1113
cbrown@bentonone.org

Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Finance Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing general administrative and financial services for the Fire District. The Finance Manager assists acts as the principal assistant to the Fire Chief in all aspects of administration and financial manners. 

Misty Ferrell, Administrative Assistant
509-737-0911 ext. 1114
misty@bentonone.org

Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Administrative Assistant supports the Finance Manager with financial records and volunteer payroll. The Administrative Assistant for the Fire District handles accounts payable processes, oversees volunteer payroll, and collaborates with the Finance Manager to maintain and file financial records. Responsibilities include processing vendor payments, ensuring accurate payroll for volunteer firefighters in compliance with District policies and financial regulations.

Sandi Quesenberry, Office Assistant
509-737-0911 ext. 1112
squesenberry@bentonone.org

Under the direction of the Fire Chief, the Office Assistant supports the administrative staff with daily routine functions. Responsible for verifying ambulance billing information for accuracy and serves as the liaison between the Fire District and Ambulance Billing Company. Responsible for processing volunteer member training records, certifications, and emergency response records and reimbursement.