Deputy Fire Marshal

Summary of Position:

Under the general direction of the Fire Marshal, the Deputy Fire Marshal (DFM) serves as a technical-level position responsible for fire and life safety inspections, code enforcement, plan review, and fire investigations. The DFM ensures compliance with applicable fire codes and regulations, oversees the building preplan program, and acts as Fire Marshal in their absence. This position plays a key role in advancing community safety through prevention, education, and enforcement activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Code Enforcement & Inspections

• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with fire and life safety codes, standards, and regulations.
• Perform follow-up inspections and enforce corrective actions as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and timely inspection records using electronic reporting systems.

Plan Review

• Conduct fire and life safety plan reviews as assigned by the Fire Marshal.
• Evaluate construction documents for compliance with adopted fire codes and standards.

Program & Leadership Responsibilities

• Maintain and oversee the building preplan program.
• Serve as Acting Fire Marshal in the Fire Marshal’s absence.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and instruction to assigned staff or colleagues.

Fire Investigation Support

• Assist with or conduct fire origin and cause investigations in coordination with partner agencies.
• Maintain certification as a Fire Investigation Technician.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with developers, contractors, property owners, and public officials to ensure understanding of fire safety requirements.
• Represent the District professionally in public interactions, presentations, and meetings.
• Build relationships that support compliance, education, and community safety.

Administrative Duties

• Prepare technical and administrative reports, including inspection findings, plan reviews, and fire investigation summaries.
• Analyze data and develop recommendations for improving fire prevention programs.
• Participate in training, continuing education, and professional development to maintain certifications and stay current with industry standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Fire codes, building codes, life safety regulations, and fire prevention principles.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, International Fire Code (IFC), and local ordinances.
• Modern inspection, investigation, and risk reduction strategies.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal staff and external stakeholders.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and instruction in prevention and inspection practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Analyze complex data, draw conclusions, and prepare detailed reports.
• Prioritize workload and meet goals within established timelines.
• Problem-solve with innovation and sound judgment.
• Safely navigate construction sites and various building environments.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, professionalism, and composure under stress.
• Maintain courteous and professional conduct in all interactions.
• Model mature, ethical, and consistent decision-making.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in fire science, construction management, building construction, plans examination, or a related field, preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of life safety and fire prevention experience.
• Experience in fire inspection and code compliance.
• Certifications
  • ICC Fire Plans Examiner certification (maintained).
  • ICC Fire Inspector II certification (maintained).
  • State of Colorado Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner.
  • State of Colorado Fire Inspector II.
  • Fire Investigator Technician certification (IAAI-FIT or NAFI-FIT).
  • American Heart Association CPR certification (or equivalent).
  • ICS 100, 200, 300, 700, 800.
  • Colorado Fire Officer I (or equivalent leadership training).
  • Equivalent certifications will be evaluated and considered.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, or crawling during inspections.
• Ability to lift and carry moderate weight (15–50 pounds).
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Auditory capacity consistent with NFPA Standard 1001.
• May require working at heights, navigating uneven or slippery surfaces, and exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, or hazardous materials.
• Work occurs in both office and field environments, including construction sites and fire investigation scenes that may involve hazardous conditions.
• Evening or weekend hours may be required.

BENEFITS

• Tuition Reimbursement for higher education.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with a 90%/10% premium split, HRA or HSA, retirement options, long term and short-term disability, and more.