Fire Marshal

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employee in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Definition To provide a proactive fire prevention program to include building inspection, enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances, conducting fire safety classes, and fire investigations. Responsibilities and Duties Essential & Marginal Function Statements: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following: 1. Perform and coordinate inspections of fire protection systems and equipment; inspection activities for various new construction projects; inspection of businesses prior to issuance of business Certificate of Occupancy; prepare a variety of reports as required. 2. Review and evaluate construction plans for various buildings, architectural plans, and fire protection systems to ensure compliance with applicable fire codes and regulations. 3. Address compliance issues with Federal, State and local codes applicable to fire safety; recommend policies, procedures and ordinance revisions as necessary. 4. Verify through on-site inspections that required facilities have prepared pre-fire plans which meet fire safety standards. 5. Develop and implement procedural methods and practices for reviewing plans, conducting inspections, investigating incidents and related activitles as required. 6. Conduct fire and arson investigations to determine the origin and cause of fire incidents that cannot be determined or of incendiary nature. Follow proper chain-of-custody procedures for evidence collection and participate in prosecution activities as required. 7. Conduct interviews with bystanders and personnel at fire scenes; document fire scenes with photographs, sketches and diagrams. 8. Conduct follow-up investigations as required. Prepare reports on investigation activities performed; assist in the prosecution of violators. 9. Coordinate and maintain a variety of fire safety and prevention programs. 10. Prepare and present educational presentations regarding general fire safety, proper use of fire extinguishers, alarm systems and chemical storage safety precautions. Qualifications Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in firefighting or investigation. Training: Education equivalent to High School Diploma. Advanced training in firefighting and prevention, fire investigation, safety, or related field is desirable. *Candidate must meet the minimum requirements to be accepted into OFPRS (Oklahoma Firefighter Pension and Retirement System) Special Requirements Licensure or Certification 1. Possession of a valid driver's license. 2. CPR certification. 3. Firefighter 1 4. Fire & Life Safety Educator 1 5. Fire Instructor 1 6. Fire Inspector 1 7. Fire Investigator (Basic)(40 hours) 8. Hazardous Materials Awareness Course 9. Cleet Certification (upon departmental request)