Fire Prevention Supervisor
About The Position
The Fire Prevention Supervisor is a non-sworn position which provides strategic leadership and oversight of fire inspection, investigation, prevention, and life safety programs, ensuring compliance with fire codes and enhancing community safety standards. Operates with significant autonomy under the general direction of the Fire Marshal (Battalion Chief assigned to Fire Prevention), exercising independent judgment in program oversight and fire code compliance strategies. Directly supervises Fire Prevention Specialists and other assigned personnel, providing leadership and strategic direction.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent in Fire Science, Fire Protection Engineering, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Five years of progressive experience in fire prevention, including inspection, investigation, and code enforcement.
- ICC Fire Inspector I certification.
- Advanced knowledge of modern fire prevention principles, investigation techniques, and protection systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead programs and supervise personnel.
- Advanced written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency with fire prevention software and digital reporting systems.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Maintain required professional certifications.
- Successfully pass background check and drug screening.
- Valid Utah driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrates ethical leadership and professional integrity.
- Champions organizational mission and values.
- Promotes innovation and continuous improvement.
- Builds inclusive and collaborative team environments.
- Experience with Wildland Urban Interface Code enforcement.
Responsibilities
- Leads and directs fire prevention programs with full accountability for outcomes.
- Supervises and provides development opportunities for assigned personnel.
- Develops and implements community risk reduction strategies.
- Establishes program goals and performance metrics.
- Manages budget planning and resource allocation.
- Serves as technical authority on fire protection regulations.
- Reviews and approves construction plans for code compliance.
- Conducts complex fire code inspections of existing structures and construction sites.
- Recommends new code adoptions and policy updates.
- Manages permit issuance program and compliance strategies.
- Build partnerships with stakeholders and professional organizations.
- Serves as liaison with developers, contractors, and community groups.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Paid vacation and personal leave
- Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
- Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
- A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
- Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
