Fire Captain/Fire Marshal - INTERNAL ONLY

THE CITY OF ATASCADERO

IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE INTERNAL POSITION OF

FIRE CAPTAIN / FIRE MARSHAL 

* This recruitment is for INTERNAL applicants only. *

GENERAL PURPOSE:

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

The Fire Captain/Fire Marshal receives general direction from the Fire Chief. Direct supervision is provided to professional, technical and office support staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This Fire Captain level position in the fire series is responsible for planning, directing and performing varied and sensitive code compliance work, including the review of plans and specifications, the physical inspection of facilities, and the development and implementation of a variety of fire prevention programs and projects. This position is designated sworn; however, serves as an integral member of the department’s management team, providing technical expertise and program support in areas of assignment.

The duties and responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interprets, enforces and explains city municipal, fire and life safety codes;
• Reviews plans and specifications for new construction, and the renovation, remodeling and other modification of residential, commercial and industrial properties for compliance with fire access and life safety laws, codes, and local and state code and fire regulations;
• Confers with and represents the City in meetings with architects, engineers, developers and property owners and various groups, commissions and associations regarding difficult design and construction issues; provides a high level of customer service and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complex issues;
• Represents the department in meetings with commercial and industrial representatives to facilitate consensus on fire prevention measures, permit processing and customer service issues;
• Oversees the work of fire suppression staff in fire prevention activities, including mandated fire inspections;
• Works cooperatively with the City Building Official, Community Development staff, the State Fire Marshal, and the community to assure thorough, organized and timely permit processing;
• Plans, develops, and coordinates public education and information programs including media releases and Public Service Announcements;
• Meets with civic groups and organizations to encourage community programs and other activities in the interest of fire prevention and public education;
• Prepares and administers the budget for the Fire Prevention Division;
• Formulates and recommends changes to Uniform Fire Code and City Ordinances;
• Inspects commercial and industrial establishments, construction sites, residences, public buildings and other facilities for the enforcement of laws and regulations;
• Investigates fires to determine the cause, prepares reports on corrective actions needed, gathers evidence and works on case development with legal staff in arson cases;
• Maintains a current knowledge of fire and life safety, construction materials and access strategies; makes recommendations for policy and procedural modifications and implements changes after approval;
• Serves as an effective team member in the Incident Command System (ICS) during a major incident;
• May be requested to return to duty to provide emergency response during evenings and weekends to larger incidents;
• May assist the Fire Chief in the training of City staff for emergency planning and preparedness, use of the City Emergency Plan, and procedures following an activation of the Emergency Operations Center;
• May represent the Fire Chief in the Emergency Operations Center or work as the EOC Coordinator in the event of activation.

Education and Experience:

Knowledge of:

Skill in:

• Developing and administering an effective fire prevention compliance and educational program to enhance City and life/safety building and occupancy regulations and ordinances;
• Scheduling, assigning, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff and training staff in work procedures;
• Interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws, codes, regulations and ordinances;
• Performing and documenting thorough and accurate facility inspections;
• Effectively resolving building design and code compliance issues;
• Conducting arson investigations, including the collection of evidence and assisting legal staff in case preparation;
• Preparing accurate inspection and other reports, correspondence and other written materials;
• Reading and interpreting plans and specifications;
• Facilitating individuals and groups for working in team environments;
• Working effectively with businesses, property owners, permit applicants, residents and other City departments to assure timely and effective customer service;
• Making effective public presentations before a variety of civic groups, committees and the City Council;
• Using initiative and independent judgment within legal, policy and procedural guidelines.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Working together to Serve, Build Community, and Enhance Quality of Life.