James Booth

James Booth is an experienced fire services professional with a diverse background in firefighting and emergency management. Currently serving as Fire Captain at Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority and Vice President of Kent Firefighters IAFF Local 1747 since January 2023, James previously held positions at Tukwila Fire Department, where roles included Fire Captain and Firefighter/EMT from May 2009 to January 2023. Additional leadership experience includes serving as President of Tukwila Firefighters IAFF Local 2088. Earlier in their career, James worked as a Firefighter at Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and as Fire Lieutenant at Foresthill Fire Protection District. Academically, James holds a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Services Management from Union Institute & University and an Associate's degree in Fire Services Administration from Pierce College, complemented by a Fire Technology Certificate from Solano Community College.