Deputy Fire Marshal — Fire Prevention & Investigations

City of Corvallis; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Corvallis is seeking qualified candidates for Deputy Fire Marshal I/II to promote fire and life safety, conduct inspections, investigate causes, educate the public, and enforce fire codes in Corvallis, Oregon.

Transition from Deputy Fire Marshal I to II is automatic after obtaining required certifications and two years of service. The role includes inspections of commercial structures, investigations, reporting, grants, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Deputy Fire Marshal I requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Deputy Fire Marshal II requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years full-time paid fire prevention and/or fire suppression experience with a municipality or government fire agency.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of commercial and industrial structures for fire hazards and compliance.
• Conducts fire origin investigations and testifies in court.
• Prepares inspection reports and documentation.
• Researches and applies fire codes; participates in pre-construction meetings.
• Delivers public education presentations and demonstrations.
• Pursues and administers grants to support Fire Department programs.
• Disseminates information to the media and responds to public inquiries.
• Assists in open houses and trainings.
• Conducts seasonal and special program inspections.
• Supports Youth Fire Setter Intervention program.

Skills

Public speaking

Grant writing

Code enforcement

Fire code knowledge

Emergency response

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three years fire experience

Job description

City of Corvallis is seeking qualified candidates for Deputy Fire Marshal I/II to promote fire and life safety, conduct inspections, investigate causes, educate the public, and enforce fire codes in Corvallis, Oregon.

Transition from Deputy Fire Marshal I to II is automatic after obtaining required certifications and two years of service. The role includes inspections of commercial structures, investigations, reporting, grants, and community outreach.