Supervising Fire Marshal

County of Riverside•Perris, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Riverside Fire Department is hiring a Supervising Fire Marshal assigned to the Fire Protection Contract Services Division in Perris. This is a supervisory-level classification responsible for the full range of supervisory duties and reporting to an appropriate manager-level position. The role provides general supervision over one of several assigned areas: Weed Abatement, Plan Review and Construction; Permit and Code Enforcement; the Special Unit program; or Fire Marshal service contracts. The position may also assist with Incident Command System planning and logistical support and provide support to other offices as needed. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, Monday through Friday. The Riverside County Fire Department is an integrated regional fire protection organization formed through a partnership between CAL FIRE and the County of Riverside. It serves 19 partner agencies and one community service district.

Requirements

High school graduation, a certificate of proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or a satisfactory score on a GED examination.
Five years of progressively responsible experience performing advanced-level plan review and fire inspections related to fire and building code application, or equivalent education, training, and experience demonstrating the required knowledge and abilities.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Ability to travel to work sites, meetings, and other locations throughout the County as needed for County business.
Knowledge of supervision, performance evaluation, progressive discipline, motivation, organization, staff and organizational development, fire prevention, inspection, plan review, code enforcement, fire prevention education, building-fire behavior, chemical hazards, applicable laws and regulations, California Fire Code, California Building Code, mathematical concepts, communication, interpersonal relations, and customer service.
Ability to supervise and coordinate technical and clerical personnel; monitor and evaluate employees; prepare clear, well-documented reports and correspondence; interpret and apply laws and regulations; analyze problems and data and develop appropriate decisions or resolutions; use computers and associated software; prepare and deliver presentations; identify fire and life-safety violations and hazards; interpret codes for the public; read plans and blueprints; build effective working relationships; and provide quality customer service.
Applicants using education to qualify must upload official or unofficial transcripts with the application.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public-sector fire plan review and fire inspections, weed or hazard abatement inspections, and a strong understanding of applicable fire codes, regulatory standards, and enforcement practices.
Completion of Fire Inspector I and II and Plans Examiner coursework is preferred.
Possession of a Penal Code 832 Certificate is highly desirable.
Experience using permit management systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate assigned fire prevention programs and activities, including staffing, permitting, inspection scheduling, and special events.
Direct employees’ daily work, including assigning, prioritizing, and monitoring tasks; conducting performance evaluations; recommending staffing and disciplinary actions; ensuring training is available; and addressing personnel issues.
Review fire protection, building, and development plans and specifications for compliance with applicable fire protection and life-safety laws, codes, and regulations.
Evaluate fire protection equipment and recommend improvements or alternative plans and devices; conduct special inspections and investigations of new construction and existing structures as needed.
Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, work plans, priorities, policies, and procedures for the assigned section, and help prepare and update the Riverside County Master Fire Plan.
Represent the County Fire Marshal to a city when assigned, and develop, implement, and supervise localized fire prevention programs and service operations while maintaining consistency across jurisdictions.
Serve as liaison for plan review and fire inspection functions with department divisions, government agencies, partner jurisdictions, and the public; address technical inquiries and resolve difficult or sensitive complaints.
Propose code amendments and participate in the code adoption process with stakeholders and partner agencies.
Write technical guidelines, bulletins, and interpretations; oversee procedures and handbooks for fire inspections and plan review; prepare reports and operational studies; and recommend program or policy changes.
Conduct quality control of County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal operations and maintain operational and appeals-process reports and information.
Supervise fire safety inspections of commercial, institutional, and industrial occupancies.
Pursue legal remedies for fire-code noncompliance, including issuing pre-citation notices, preparing legal complaints, and testifying in court.
Support boards and commissions, participate in professional meetings on behalf of the Fire Department, and stay current with applicable codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.