DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF - FIRE MARSHAL

Lake Havasu City•Lake Havasu City, AZ

5h•$127,233 - $184,550•Onsite

About The Position

The Lake Havasu City Fire Department is seeking a dynamic, highly qualified leader to join its command staff as the Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Marshal. This pivotal executive role oversees the Fire Prevention Division, controls community risk reduction initiatives, and provides direct oversight of fire inspections, plan reviews, investigations, and public education. The successful candidate will exercise a high level of independent judgment and act as the Fire Chief when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Services, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
Ten (10) years of progressively more responsible experience in fire services.
Five (5) years of experience serving specifically as a Battalion Chief with the Lake Havasu City Fire Department, or with a municipal, district, or county fire department of comparable size and complexity.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Firefighter I and II certifications issued by the Office of the Arizona State Fire Marshal, Arizona Center for Fire Service Excellence, or state/federal NFPA equivalent.
Arizona State or National Registry Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Certified Emergency Paramedic (CEP). Must obtain and maintain medical control under the Fire Department’s Medical Director.
Meet job performance requirements for Fire Officer IV as outlined in the NFPA 1021 Standard.
Fire Instructor I & II certifications, NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I & II certifications, and NFPA 1521 Incident Safety Officer certification.
Completion of ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800.
Must meet all requirements of the NFPA 1582 medical standards and possess a valid Driver's License of the appropriate class.
Completion of the Blue Card Incident Command (IC) training program for NIMS Type IV & V incidents (Required Within 1 Year of Hire).
Completion of International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) Fire Investigation training through the IAAI or National Fire Academy (NFA) (Required Within 1 Year of Hire).
Completion of International Code Council (ICC) Fire Plans Examiner and Fire Marshal Certifications (Required Within 2 Year of Hire).

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Fire Services, Emergency Services, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
Executive Fire Officer (EFO) designation.
Proven experience in Fire and EMS-related budget development and oversight.
Advanced Emergency Management certifications tailored for Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations.

Responsibilities

Directs, trains, and evaluates professional-level staff including inspectors, public education specialists, and fire investigators.
Conducts construction document reviews; approves permits for fire protection systems; partners with building and zoning officials.
Forecasts fire and life safety needs; secures grants; develops emergency preparedness and pre-fire plans.
Responds to complex emergency incidents, manages fire origin/cause investigations, and assumes command roles during fire, rescue, or hazardous materials emergencies.