Fire Prevention Lieutenant

City of Leawood, Kansas; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 61,179 - 68,824; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours of fully paid time off

Career development opportunities

Time-in-Service Bonus

Job summary

A municipal fire department is seeking a Fire Prevention Lieutenant in Leawood, Kansas. The role involves conducting inspections, responding to fire safety concerns, and performing fire investigations. Candidates should have an Associate's degree and at least six years of relevant fire service experience. The starting pay is between $44.41 and $49.96 per hour, with additional benefits that include paid time off and potential salary increases every three years. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the community's safety efforts while maintaining a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of fire service experience in a career paid position.
• Completion of Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Operations Level.
• Must maintain CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of buildings for code compliance.
• Respond to fire and life safety hazard complaints.
• Issue notices of code violations.
• Inspect permits for fire code operations.
• Respond to significant fire incidents.
• Conduct fire investigations upon request.
• Develop and present fire prevention training programs.

Skills

Self-starter mindset

Organizational skills

Time management

Public fire safety education

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or greater

Job description

Looking for a dynamic and exciting career in working for one of the sought-after Fire departments in the KC Metro area? Do you have experience in fire prevention and fire and arson investigations? The City of Leawood is seeking a motivated individual with expertise in fire prevention and inspections.

The City of Leawood, Kansas, is looking for a Fire Prevention Lieutenant

As the Fire Prevention Lieutenant you will perform a variety of technical and specialty work within the Fire Prevention Division under the direction of the Division Chief of Prevention/Fire Marshal. You will be completing public education, fire code enforcement, and fire investigations for Leawood residents and businesses.

Your expertise will help drive operational efficiency and effectiveness, supporting the City’s mission to serve the Leawood community to the best of our abilities. You will participate in the Fire Department’s ongoing accreditation activities to help maintain its International Accredited agency standing and Insurance Services Office (ISO) Rating of 1.

Ideal Candidate: Skills and Experience

• Self-starter mindset, resourceful, innovative, team player attitude, and strive for excellence in service.
• Expert organizational skills with clear and effective oral and written communication.
• Have great organizational and time management skills.
• Handle various tasks and shifting priorities with professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Have experience in presenting public fire safety education and completing fire and arson investigations.

Your Work Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections of commercial, residential, and public assembly buildings; conducts technical inspections on various facilities for operational based code and regulatory compliance, including hazardous materials.
• Responds to complaints of fire and life safety hazards in buildings or residences within the City.
• Issuing written notices of code violations identified while performing fire and life safety inspections.
• Inspecting and assisting with the issuance of permits for Fire code regulated operations such as fireworks displays, open burning, and the use of temporary tent/membrane type of structures.
• Performs inspections of blasting operations and blasting sites.
• Responding to significant fire incidents.
• Conducting origin and cause fire investigations for reported incidents when requested by the Fire Department or Incident Commander.
• Developing, presenting and evaluating fire prevention training, fire investigations, prevention training and informational programs for the public.

The general hours of the position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Fire Prevention Lieutenant may be required to come in during off hours to complete fire and arson investigations.

Minimum Requirements

Associate’s degree or greater from an accredited institution of higher learning with a minimum of six (6) years of increasingly responsible fire service experience in a career paid position. Completion of Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Operations Level, Inspector I, Instructor I, Officer I, NFPA compliant coursework. Must have and maintain a minimum of a CPR/AED/Basic First Aid Certification.

Preferred Requirements

Certification as a KS Emergency Medical Technician (KBEMS). Fire Inspector I and II Certification from ICC. Fire Investigator Certification from an approved entity (IAAI, NFAI, IFSAC, Pro-Board, or KSFMO). Fire Officer Designation through the Commission on Professional Credentialing. Must be able to obtain within a timeline established by the Fire Marshal and/or Fire Chief upon hire or promotion an Expert Witness Credential in fire investigation through an accredited agency (KSFMO, IAAI, NFA, ATF, FBI, preferred) and Youth Firesetter.

Accepting Applications through Friday, May 1, 2026
Starting Rate of Pay: $44.41 - $49.96 / hour, DOQ
Full Salary Range for position: $44.41- $55.51 / hour

Additional Information

At the City of Leawood, we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off.

The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities that could increase the employee's experience, training, and pay. The position is eligible to receive pay increases as approved by the City Administration. Employees also receive a Time-in-Service Bonus equal to 5% of their annual salary every three years of employment on their anniversary date.