Position Details
The City of Geneva is seeking a highly motivated and experienced fire service professional to serve as Fire Marshal – Assessment, Planning and Prevention within the Geneva Fire Department.
The Fire Marshal is a key leadership position responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the Fire Prevention Division. This position reports to the Fire Chief and provides oversight of fire prevention programs, code enforcement, inspections, plan review, fire investigations, public education, and life safety initiatives designed to protect the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Geneva.
The successful candidate will join a progressive, accredited combination fire department committed to innovation, professional development, firefighter safety, and exceptional service delivery.
Examples of Duties:
Including but not limited to:
- Lead and manage the Fire Prevention Division, including personnel, programs, and daily operations.
- Oversee fire inspections, new construction inspections, plan reviews, and fire code enforcement activities.
- Interpret and apply adopted fire, building, and life safety codes while working collaboratively with developers, contractors, businesses, and community partners.
- Coordinate with City departments, elected officials, legal representatives, and outside agencies regarding fire prevention and life safety matters.
- Manage the department's inspection, pre-plan, and records management system.
- Develop and maintain fire prevention policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
- Oversee public education programs and community risk reduction initiatives.
- Conduct or supervise fire investigations involving significant loss, injury, or suspicious circumstances.
- Support emergency operations by responding to major incidents and providing technical expertise related to fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Assist in evaluating community risk, operational needs, and long-term planning initiatives.
- Must be able to respond to after-hours emergency situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who:
- Demonstrates strong knowledge of fire prevention practices, codes, standards, and regulations.
- Understands the importance of balancing customer service, enforcement, and community risk reduction.
- Possesses strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Works effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Commits to continuous improvement, professional development, and maintaining high standards of service.
Important information:
Candidates should be aware that this position is a civilian position and does not participate in an Article 4 retirement program.
Please see our website for a full list of qualifications and to submit an application:
https://secure.neogov.com/jobdetails/ebdafb14581a990e37aa1d827524e7a0/printapps
