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Michael Buchanan

Olympia Fire Department

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Olympia Fire Department
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Silver Member
Silver Most Valuable Member

Bio

Professional Background
Mike began his public service career in the U.S. Army where he served three years honorably. Mike was hired as a firefighter for the City of Olympia in 1993 and has risen through the ranks and becoming a Chief Officer in 2015. He has served as a member of the Department’s Leadership Team in the primary capacities of Interim Deputy Chief, Fire Marshal, Operations Chief, Fire Training Officer and Company Officer. Mike holds an Associate of Technical Arts in Fire Protection Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Fire Science Administration and a Master's in Public Administration. Mike has been awarded the both the Chief Fire Officer and Fire Marshal designations from CPSE.