Fire Marshal

Description

Reports to: Fire Chief

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $115,000 to $149,500 (hiring range $115,000 to $132,250)

Are you passionate about making a difference in a close-knit community? Evergreen, Colorado is a vibrant and picturesque mountain town - perfect for enjoying the outdoors, scenic views, and being part of a community that truly cares for one another. Join our dedicated team members where protecting life, property, and the environment is our mission.

About Us

Evergreen Fire/Rescue, founded in 1948, provides around the clock emergency medical, rescue, and fire suppression services along with community risk reduction services to nearly 26,000 residents across more than 120 square miles. Led by a Fire Chief and the Board of Directors of the Evergreen Fire Protection District, EFR consists of six divisions: Administration, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Operations, Community Risk Reduction, Maintenance, and Wildland. The volunteers and employees of each division are committed to providing exceptional service to their community of residents, business owners, employees, and visitors.

About the Position

The Fire Marshal provides motivational leadership, coordination, and direction to the Risk Reduction Division. The Fire Marshal implements the strategic initiatives of the division through a comprehensive risk reduction program that identifies organizational, operational, and staffing objectives aligned with the Districts budgetary resources. The Fire Marshal evaluates Risk Reduction operations and strategies to ensure operational excellence, and to keep pace with industry standards and practices within the confines of available resources. The Fire Marshal will assume appropriate roles within the incident command system as qualified and assigned. 

Core responsibilities include: 

Compliance

• Assure the division is complaint with local, county, state, and federal requirements for licensing / code / safety
• Maintain all certifications required for the performance of the duties of the position
• Responsible for planning, assigning and directing the work of the division, to include reviews of building construction projects, reviews of fire alarm / suppression drawings for new construction and remodels as well as post construction performance tests, inspections of commercial and educational buildings, driveway construction drawings and site visits, ISO rating confirmations, public education programs and contracted fire prevention services performed for other fire departments. Coordinates with County building plans, permits, and zoning. 
• Manages the District’s Wildfire Prevention programs and enforcement of the Wildland Urban Interface Code
• Responds to commercial and school fire alarm activations as well as fire emergencies as required
• Manages the delivery of correction notices to building owners for violations of codes and follow-up inspections to ensure corrections are performed
• Oversees and participates as requested in Fire Investigations for the district

Division Management

• Develop team members through a triannual process for optimal performance
• Manages the daily activities of the division personnel and quality assurance
• Plan, implement, and review short- and long-term goals and strategic plans
• Evaluate and approve recommendations from division team members, escalating to the Fire Chief as needed
• Establish and manage operational standards for the division
• Develop general policies and recommendations for the administration of the division and the protection of life and property within the District 
• Conduct studies, identify problems, recommend alternatives, and implement solutions 
• Consult with the Fire Chief on problems of policy and planning
• Prepares special reports and performs special assignments as directed

Budgetary

• Preparation and management of the annual division budget
• Control expenditures through long range planning and fiscal recommendations
• Oversee the divisions expenditures within the budget through periodic tracking, and enforcement of spending policies and procedures
• Annual analysis for staffing, commodities, contracts, and capital expenses

Representation

• Attend conferences and seminars to keep abreast of developments in the field
• Promote effective interagency coordination and cooperation of emergency services
• Represent the District through outstanding relations and interactions with the public, community groups, professional organizations, and public service agencies 
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Competencies required for success:

• Communications: Converses with, writes strategic documents for, and creates/delivers presentations to internal leadership including the Board of Directors as well as external groups. Leads discussions with senior leaders and external partners in ways that support strategic planning and decision-making. Seeks a consensus with department leaders. Debates opinions, tests understanding, and clarifies judgments. Identifies underlying differences and resolves conflict openly and empathetically. Explains the context of multiple, complex interrelated situations. Asks searching, probing questions, plays devil's advocate, and solicits authoritative perspectives and advice prior to approving plans and recommendations.
• Customer Service: Promotes an attitude of valuing both Team Members and the community at large. Advocates for the inclusion of community interests and needs in Department planning and decision making. 
• Leadership: Serves as a role model for the entire Department and the community at large. Sets strategic direction and promotes EFR's vision and values. Promotes resilience and responsiveness to emerging strategic issues and opportunities. Motivates and inspires others to achieve the highest standard of quality. Empowers staff, and recognizes individual and team contributions to the Department's success.
• Teamwork: Consistently fosters collaboration and respect among team members by addressing elements of the group process that impedes, or could impede, the group from reaching its goal. Engages the "right people," within and beyond organizational boundaries, by matching individual capabilities and skills to the team's goals. Works with a wide range of teams and readily shares lessons learned and credit for team accomplishments. Strongly influences team strategy and processes.

Education and Experience required for success:

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Associate Degree in Fire Science Technology or related field. 
• Five (5) years of related experience with at least three years of supervisory experience.
• Fire service experience is desired. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in fire inspection, code enforcement, and construction plan review related to fire and life safety issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience with the functions of Public Affairs and Education are desired. 
• Fire Inspector II Certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Fire or Building Plans Examiner Certification (must obtain within 6 months) 
• State of Colorado Fire Inspector III – Plans Examiner (must obtain within 1 year)
• ICS 100, 200, 300, and 400 and IS 700, 800.
• CPR/AED certified
• Must have and maintain a current Colorado Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science Technology or related field. 
• Ten years of related experience.

Compensation and Benefits: 

Job Classification: Full-time Exempt

Compensation: $115,000 to $149,500 (hiring range $115,000 to $132,250)

Benefits include:

• Healthcare - medical, dental, vision covered at 100% and dependents at 80%
• 401a pension w/employee and employer contribution
• 457 Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Life and Disability Insurance
   

This job posting will be closed on November 16, 2026. 

Evergreen Fire Rescue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or other protected classes under the law.