Deputy Fire Marshal

E X A M I N A T I O N A N N O U N C E M E N T The Civil Service Commission of the City of Bridgeport will hold a competitive promotional examination for DEPUTY FIRE MARSHAL at a date, time and location to be determined but is tentatively planned for July 21, 2026. Qualified candidates will be notified of the final details at a later date. The information provided herein is for informational purposes only and is intended as a general summary only. It is not, or is to be intended to be, a Public Notice for this examination. You should not rely on this communication as a complete or binding explanation of all examination details. This summary is being provided in good faith and subject to the reasonable discretion of the Civil Service Commission office. This summary does not constitute a contract of any kind, express or implied, between any applicant and the City of Bridgeport. This informational guide is subject to correction of any information which may have been inadvertently misstated. APPLICATIONS: Each candidate must complete an online application form supplied by the Commission and file it no later than 11:45 P.M. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Each candidate must submit a payroll deduction authorization form for a security deposit of $150 as part of their application. This security deposit will be deducted for any applicant who does not appear for any part of the examination at the proper date and time*. Applications must be filed online by accessing this Microsoft Office form, here. SALARY RANGE: $119,303 - $124,707 - $130,625; appointments to be made at the minimum or entrance salary of $119,303 a year. Advancements within the salary range may be made in accordance with the terms of the contract between the City of Bridgeport, and the Bridgeport Fire Fighter Local 834, AFL-CIO. DUTES: This is a technical supervisory position in the Fire Marshal’s Division of the Bridgeport Fire Department and is under the supervision of the Fire Marshal. A job description can be obtained from the Office of the Civil Service Commission upon written request. REQUIREMENTS: This examination is open to members of the Bridgeport Fire Service who have at least 3 years of experience with the Bridgeport Fire Department at the rank of a bona fide Senior Fire Inspector or a bona fide Fire Inspector prior to December 19, 2024** , and who meet the following requirements: Knowledge of department rules, regulations and practices; fire prevention theory, principles, practices and trends; applicable codes, laws, rules and regulations and their enforcement; basic supervisory techniques; reasons and intent of fire code requirements; building construction; fire protection systems and must be able to explain these matters to persons of varying education and varying knowledge of these matters; how to coordinate, conduct and complete a fire investigation; conduct plan review of complex building plans; conduct inspections during construction and through completion to certificate of occupancy; review modifications and to make recommendations as to approval or denial in accordance with State statutes; foster a positive customer service work environment and be receptive to appropriate customer concerns; excellent reasoning, critical thinking and problem solving skills especially under conditions which may at times be psychologically and emotionally stressful; communicate fluently both orally and in writing; organize and prioritize work; establish _______________ * In order to ensure that candidates who apply will present themselves for the promotional competitive examination, the Civil Service Commission requires that all applicants provide the Office of the Civil Service Commission with a security to hold a place for the candidate at the examination. This security will be in the form of a signed payroll deduction authorization form and will only be activated if the applicant does not appear for any part of the examination at the proper time and place. Applicants who have a hardship that prevents them from appearing at the designated examination may apply for a waiver of deduction from the Personnel Director, in writing. ** Walker vs. Jankura – The first vacancy after the expiration of the last Deputy Fire Marshal employment list was the promotion of Robert Marrero (08/21/2024), plus 120 days. Competitive Promotional Examination #2369 Deputy Fire Marshal Date Issued: June 16, 2026 ANNOUNCEMENT – continued and maintain good working relationships; lead, supervise, correct, develop, and guide employees under your supervision; communicate effectively with people who are in physical or emotional distress in a respectful and courteous manner; have good hand eye coordination and fine manipulation skills in order to operate computers and other office equipment. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Connecticut driver’s license and must be able to drive to locations throughout the City. A good driving record is a condition of employment, and it will be checked; Must provide evidence as required by law to work in the United States; As a condition of employment, must possess and retain certification as a fire inspector per Connecticut General Statute 541 (s) 29-298. Work is performed in a variety of settings and conditions, both office and outside work, in all kinds of weather conditions. Investigations may be performed in hazardous conditions such as structurally unsafe buildings, toxic or noxious atmospheres and high stress situations. Hand eye coordination and fine manipulation skills are necessary to operate computers and other office machinery. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders and walk on scaffolding. Must be able to crouch, kneel/squat, crawl, reach and bend at the waist. The Deputy Fire Marshal must have good vision, as well as good listening and hearing skills. Occasionally, lifting of up to 50 pounds may be necessary. SUBJECTS OF EXAMINATION: The Assessment Center will consist of exercises that simulate some of the work that a Deputy Fire Marshal in the Bridgeport Fire Department is required to do. The Assessment Center will be weighted at 95%. The City Charter requires that efficiency and seniority be considered in examinations. Seniority points will be computed and weighted at 5%. An efficiency rating shall be done for each candidate who passes the exam and only those with passing efficiency ratings will be placed on the employment list. Any applicant requiring a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Aca (“ADA”) should notify the Office of the Civil Service Commission in writing as soon as possible, but no later than ten (10) calendar days prior to the announced examination date. CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 45 Lyon Terrace, City Hall, Room 106, Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604 Competitive Promotional Examination #2407 – Deputy Fire Marshal The City of Bridgeport is An Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under the applicable law.