Fire Marshal - Assistant Chief

City of Greeley, CO - Fire Marshal/Assistant Chief

 

Please follow this link to view the full brochure: https://www.affionpublic.com/position/fire-marshal-assistant-chief-city-of-greeley-co/.

 

Government

 

Greeley operates under a council-manager form of government as a home rule city. Its elected City Council consists of a mayor and six members, four from wards and two at-large who serve staggered terms. The Council is responsible for setting city policy, while the appointed City Manager oversees the day-to-day administration of city operations. The City Manager, Raymond C. Lee III, has led the organization since 2022 and works closely with a collaborative council.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and supervision of all fire prevention activities within the City of Greeley.
• Directly supervise and evaluate assigned employees by applying City of Greeley and Fire Department policies and procedures. Aid and direct assigned employees on daily tasks and assignments. Maintain discipline through the administration of policies and procedures, including issuing discipline up to the authorized level in policy, and make effective recommendations to the Fire Chief on other related personnel actions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for the Fire Prevention Bureau.
• Administer fire codes to ensure protection of life and property. Develop, present, and implement code modifications and amendments as necessary. Prepares code adoption documentation for the City of Greeley, collaborates with stakeholders, and makes presentations to elected officials.
• Work cooperatively with the Chief Building Officials and Community Development staff, and the community, to ensure thorough, organized, and timely permit processing and site inspections.
• Using the City of Greeley Municipal Code, International Codes, and related Standards, manage and perform detailed and technical plan review of new buildings, tenant improvements, and new site development permit applications for compliance.
• Prepare Division budgets; assists with budget implementation; participate in the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; and administers the approved budget.
• Develop, implement, and conduct procedural methods and practices for reviewing plans, conducting inspections, and investigating fire loss incidents.
• Conduct field inspections of construction projects and inspect buildings and facilities as necessary. Evaluates and enforces existing fire safety conditions and Federal, State, and local codes applicable to fire safety.
• Oversee and review annual inspection program. Develop inspection policies, procedures, and priorities aimed at enhancing fire and life safety conditions within the community.
• Conduct or supervise fire investigations. Ability to document fire scenes. Documents and preserves evidence. Produces and provides oral or written testimony or reports.
• Attend regional and state meetings of related agencies, as well as other relevant meetings and conferences, to maintain current knowledge of regional affairs that impact Fire Prevention activities. Staying current with code interpretations, fire investigation, and public education programs/techniques.
• Maintain complete and permanent records of all Fire Prevention Division activities, including public education contacts, inspections made, conditions corrected, citizen complaints, special hazards, the cause of fires occurring within the district, the owner and occupant of the property involved, and loss of such property and other information considered necessary.
• Submit monthly and annual reports to the Fire Chief summarizing fire prevention activities.
• Make presentations before the City Manager's Office and City Council on fire prevention matters, as necessary.
• Support the Deputy Chief with daily emergency and non-emergency operations as assigned.
• May assume overall management of emergency resources throughout the city or may assume command of large-scale incidents.
• Serve as a key public-facing leader for the department, representing the Fire Prevention Bureau at community events, public meetings, and interagency collaborations. Acting as a primary point of contact for operational questions, media inquiries during major incidents, and coordination with outside fire and public safety organizations.
• Maintain close communication with division managers and meet regularly with the Fire Chief to align on strategic priorities and ongoing projects.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholder groups, including Greeley Firefighters Local 888. Collaborates with other City of Greeley Departments, local, regional, and national fire associations.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the structure and operations of fire departments and Colorado municipalities.
• Familiarity with modern fire prevention, suppression, and investigation practices.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials, associated risks, and relevant safety codes.
• Ability to plan, lead, and continuously evaluate the department’s fire prevention programs.
• Skilled in presenting information clearly to the public, contractors, and internal staff and departments.
• Proficient in Oracle, ESO, Central Square, eTrakit, TargetSolutions, CrewSense, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Leadership skills necessary to support safe, effective operations for all emergency and non-emergency events in the City of Greeley.

 

Education and Experience

 

Qualified applicants will have a bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Fire Science, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience at the rank of Lieutenant or higher in a comparable or larger department; a master’s degree is preferred.  A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant fire service experience, and a minimum of five (5) years in management or command-level roles (Battalion Chief or above) is preferred.

 

Required License/Certifications

• State or National EMT-B certification
• FEMA NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 certifications
• Fire Inspector I, II, and III (Plans Examiner) – ICC and State of Colorado (or ability to obtain within 6–9 months)
• Fire Investigation certification (IAAI or NAFI) (preferred)
• Blue Card Hazard Zone Management Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License
• Chief Fire Marshal designation (ICC or CPSE) (preferred)
• Completion of Executive Fire Officer curriculum at the National Fire Academy (preferred)
• Experience in an accredited fire service organization (preferred)

*Any combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating proficiency and ability to fulfill the responsibilities may be considered.

 

The Ideal Candidate

 

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned fire service professional who blends technical knowledge with visionary leadership. The ideal candidate should be a strategic thinker and problem solver with a deep understanding of fire prevention codes, inspection programs, fire investigation, and plan review. This person should be a forward-thinking leader who is comfortable with data, budget development, policy implementation, and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

 

The ideal candidate should be good at building relationships with strong interpersonal and communication skills who can lead a high-performing team, navigate political dynamics, and collaborate across departments and external agencies. With the ability to mentor staff and uphold accountability, the successful candidate will be approachable, ethical, and service-oriented. Experience working in a union environment, implementing performance-based systems, and managing organizational change is highly desirable.

 

Above all, the next Fire Marshal will embody Greeley’s values of professionalism, compassion, and service - balancing tradition with innovation and supporting the Fire Department’s commitment to community excellence.

 

Salary

 

The City of Greeley is offering a salary range between $131,700 - $184,400, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package. Relocation assistance will be available for the successful out of area candidate.

 

How to Apply

 

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to:

 

[email protected]

Reference: GREELEYFMAC

 

Affion Public

PO Box 794

Hershey, PA 17033

717-214-4922

www.affionpublic.com

*The deadline to receive resumes is July 23, 2025*

The City of Greeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.