Fire Prevention & Safety Program Lead

Hamilton-County,-Tn; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County, TN is seeking a Fire Prevention Bureau manager to oversee daily operations including inspections, public education events, and handling public concerns. The role requires strong supervisory skills and knowledge of fire codes.

The position emphasizes coordination with multiple departments, adherence to state and federal regulations, and a commitment to safety and training. In-person county government employment with standard benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years of direct work in Life Safety/Fire Codes Enforcement
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license with Class F endorsement
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and Hamilton County procedures
• Ability to coordinate programs and supervise staff

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the Fire Prevention Bureau
• Perform fire code inspections and public education events
• Respond to consumer complaints and prepare reports and logs
• Supervise staff and coordinate with other departments
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Skills

Supervisory principles

Incident command

Fire inspection

Customer service

Communication skills

Office management

Emergency vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma

Two years Life Safety/Fire Codes experience

Tools

Tennessee Code Inspector Certification

NFPA/IFC Fire Inspector I

Hazardous Materials Operations Level

Tennessee EMT/EMR

Fire Officer I (FO1)

Job description

Hamilton County, TN is seeking a Fire Prevention Bureau manager to oversee daily operations including inspections, public education events, and handling public concerns. The role requires strong supervisory skills and knowledge of fire codes.

The position emphasizes coordination with multiple departments, adherence to state and federal regulations, and a commitment to safety and training. In-person county government employment with standard benefits.