NEOGOV · 2 months ago
FIRE MARSHAL
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District is seeking an accomplished Fire Marshal to lead their Fire Prevention Division. This executive leadership role is responsible for developing policies, managing budgets, and ensuring building compliance to mitigate risks and protect the community.
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Responsibilities
Planning, organizing, and directing all divisional activities, including code enforcement, fire investigations, plan review, and public education
Serving as the District’s highest authority on fire and life safety codes, ensuring consistent interpretation and rigorous enforcement of local, state, and national standards across the District
Developing and administering division-wide goals, policies, and operational priorities, and continuously evaluating service delivery methods for efficiency
Providing leadership and technical guidance to staff conducting complex fire/arson investigations and managing the outcomes to recommend long-term preventive measures
Representing TMFPD as the primary consultant and expert to architects, engineers, developers, county officials, and community organizations on fire protection requirements
Exercising judgment and administrative authority in setting program goals, managing personnel, and interpreting fire codes, distinguishing it sharply from field-level inspector and investigator positions
Exercising direct supervision over paraprofessional and support staff, focusing on coaching, professional development, and accountability
Qualification
Required
An Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college/university in Fire Science, Fire Technology, Public Administration, or a closely related field
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible fire prevention experience in an all-risk career fire department, including inspection, investigation, and plan review
At least three (3) years of senior-level supervisory or administrative responsibility
A valid Driver's License
Fire/Arson Investigator Certification from a recognized body (NFPA, IAAI, NAFI, or Nevada State Fire Marshal)
International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I and Fire Inspector II certification
International Code Council (ICC) Fire Plans Examiner certification
International Code Council (ICC) Fire Code Specialist certification (to be obtained within 6 months)
Certified Fire Marshal (CFM) credential from the ICC or CPSE (to be obtained within 2 years)
Preferred
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Fire Technology
Demonstrated Political Acumen
Previous Fire Marshal Experience
Investigator Experience
Fire Suppression Experience
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS)
Deferred Compensation Plan
Vacation Leave Benefits
Sick Leave Benefits
Personal Leave
Holiday Pay
Incentive Pay
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Supplemental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity Pay
Pet Insurance
Company
NEOGOV
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