Assistant Fire Marshal

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage and lead 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.
• Direct and supervise, either directly or through subordinate supervisors, the Fire Marshal staff responsible for fire prevention programs and service operations.
• Work 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, and Plans Examiner certifications issued by the California State Fire Marshal (SFM) or the International Code Council (ICC).
• Experience serving as a Deputy Fire Marshal or Division Chief in a large fire organization is highly desirable.

Benefits

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

Pay

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

Schedule

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

Supplemental Information

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Alexander Jones at 951-955-4656 or Aljones@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.