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Assistant Fire Marshal

County of Riverside -
Riverside, CA

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Job Details

$134,106.56 - $207,487.19 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

401(a)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Bereavement leave
Life insurance

Qualifications

Report preparation
Chemical hazards
Legal analysis
Team supervision
Customer service
Fire codes and regulations
Technical report writing
Team development
Driver's License
Construction plans
Math
Labor relations
Data interpretation
Building code analysis
Managing projects
Staff development
Team building

Full Job Description

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside’s Fire Department has an opportunity for an Assistant Fire Marshal who will be assigned to the Fire Protection Division in Riverside.

The Assistant Fire Marshal is responsible for directing, managing and leading the diverse operations of the Fire Department's Office of the Fire Marshal and reports directly to the Chief Deputy County Fire or Fire Marshal. Incumbents direct and supervise, either directly or through subordinate supervisors the Fire Marshal staff responsible for fire prevention programs and service operations. The Assistant Fire Marshal works closely with Chief Deputy County Fire and the County Fire Chief (CAL FIRE Unit Chief) on all fire and building codes and development issues as they relate to fire prevention and fire protection. Assistant Fire Marshal’s may be assigned within the Incident Command System or major incidents, and/or Emergency Operations Center.

Competitive candidates are strongly encouraged to possess Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, and Plans Examiner certifications issued by the California State Fire Marshal (SFM) or the International Code Council (ICC). The Assistant Fire Marshal may be required to obtain these certifications within one year of employment. Additionally, experience serving as a Deputy Fire Marshal or Division Chief in a large fire organization is highly desirable.

This position follows a 9/80 schedule, Monday through Friday.

In addition to the County's comprehensive benefits package, this position is eligible for a vehicle stipend.

The Assistant Fire Marshal is distinguished from the Deputy Fire Marshal in that the latter manages operations and provides administrative support for an assigned geographic region of the County, while the former provides management and support in the achievement of department goals and objectives for all Offices of the Fire Marshal and acts on behalf of the Fire Marshal as required.

This class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Deputy County Fire.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Fire Department is one of California’s largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations. The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 19 partner agencies and 1 community service district. The Department has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Plan, develop, direct, coordinate, and implement comprehensive fire protection planning and fire prevention programs; develop, implement and direct the localized fire prevention programs and local service operations while maintaining program consistency with department divisions, government agencies, partner cities and jurisdictions, and the public.

Manage and prioritize the development of code and construction activities, plan reviews, construction inspections, permits and code enforcement, special event permitting, and cooperative city Fire Marshal programs; ensure programs are in compliance with local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations; evaluate effectiveness of program policies and procedures and make revisions and/or recommendations for improvement.

Serve as a member of the executive management team in evaluating and resolving difficult, sensitive and high interest fire prevention operational issues and making recommendations on appropriate decisions; prepare, maintain and present reports and other necessary correspondences facilitating long and short-term strategies as it relates to the Office of the Fire Marshal and the Fire Protection Planning operations.

Manage and evaluate the work of technical and professional staff, either directly or through subordinate supervisors; conduct and review performance evaluations of subordinate supervisors and staff; recommend department personnel actions, including, but not limited to, work performance, interviewing and selecting staff, disciplinary procedures, and other personnel matters; assist with counseling of staff on conduct and performance-related matters.

Establish and determine work standards and operational priorities in support of the Fire Department’s Office of the Fire Marshal’s organizational objectives; ensure all essential resources are available to perform all vital responsibilities; responsible for staff being fully trained, knowledgeable and compliant with all safety mandates in accordance with established laws, rules, ordinances, policies, and procedures.

Direct the final preparation and review of the Fire Protection Planning’s budget; review and analyze records and reports, costs and expenditures to evaluate effectiveness and control; make recommendations to acquire additional funds necessary for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; conduct studies for cost efficiency, quality continuity, time improvement, and distribution to obtain maximum value consistent with Department goals and standards of service.

Responsible for the administrative oversight of all cooperative Fire Marshal Offices and fire inspection functions with other department divisions, government agencies, partner cities and jurisdictions, and the public; coordinate with partner cities and jurisdictions on fire code adoptions and amendments; ensure consistency in application of codes, standards and policies across jurisdictions within the County Fire Department.

Serve as liaison to the County Executive Office, County departments, government agencies, cities and other jurisdictions, the development community, regulatory agencies, and the general public on behalf of the Fire Marshal as required, for fire protection planning matters.

Conduct complex legislative and regulatory analysis, including research and interpretation of proposed chaptered legislations and regulations; continue monitoring progress of legislation and impact on departmental programs ensuring conformance; review proposed code amendments and provide professional recommendations to the Fire Marshal, Chief Deputy County Fire and/or County Fire Chief ensuring all state and federally mandated requirements are met.

Attend and make presentations at City Council, County Board of Supervisors, committee, and staff meetings; interface with elected and appointed officials, civic groups, city and county professional associations, and other entities on behalf of the Fire Marshal, Chief Deputy County Fire and/or County Fire Chief as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

For purposes of this recruitment, a medium or large fire organization is defined as an agency responsible for providing comprehensive fire protection services, including fire prevention, fire code enforcement, and emergency response operations, serving a significant population and/or geographic area with multiple stations, divisions, or operational programs.

OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in fire science, public or business administration, or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units.)

Experience: One year as a Deputy Fire Marshal or Division Chief with the Riverside County Fire Department, or an equivalent position in a medium or large fire organization.

OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in fire science, public or business administration, or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units.)

Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience in fire prevention, fire code enforcement and fire education, including at least two years of divisional or departmental management experience.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Possession of P.O.S.T. approved P.C. 832 certification may be required as a condition of employment.

Obtain a California State Fire Marshal certification within one year of employment.

ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: The principles of management, leadership, supervision, and strategic planning; principles, theories, techniques, and trends of public administration, including financial management, labor relations and related programs; budgeting principles and practices; project management principles; practices of staff development and progressive discipline; principles and practices of fire prevention, inspection, plan review, and code enforcement; principles and methods of fire prevention information and education; chemical properties and their hazards; Fire Marshal's regulations and prevailing practices in fire prevention; Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Building Code; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; principles of customer service; report writing methods and mathematical concepts; effective communication and interpersonal and consensus building techniques.

Ability to: Manage, direct, supervise, and coordinate work of technical and professional personnel; monitor, evaluate and develop employees; provide professional leadership and direction; develop teams and work with diverse agencies and customers; prepare clear, concise and complete reports, written correspondence and documentation; analyze regulations and legislation; interpret and apply applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations; evaluate alternate means and methods to meet the intent of applicable codes; analyze data, recognize problems and make decisions; negotiate problem resolutions; handle multiple tasks simultaneously; use effective communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information and work direction; establish and maintain effective and tactful working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, subordinates, and the general public; provide quality customer service.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment
Please Contact Alexander Jones at 951-955-4656 or [email protected]. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at [email protected] or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

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