Senior Fire Marshal & Public Safety Leader

City of Lancaster, Texas; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lancaster, Texas, seeks an experienced Fire Marshal to lead fire prevention, inspections, investigations, and code‑compliance across the community.

Reporting to the City Manager, the Fire Marshal will manage operations and budget, supervise department staff, provide public education, ensure state reporting, and collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to advance public safety and public trust.

Qualifications

• Texas Certified Fire Inspector is required.
• Ability to review fire plans.
• Preferred certifications required within two years: Peace Officer Certification; Fire Investigator Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversees fire inspections and investigations to determine origin and cause.
• Maintains required state reporting and professional certifications.
• Manages departmental operations and budget, and supervises Fire Marshal Department staff.
• Develops public fire-safety education and presents findings to leadership and councils.

Education

Texas Certified Fire Inspector

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Peace Officer Certification

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Investigator Certification

Job description

The City of Lancaster, Texas, seeks an experienced Fire Marshal to lead fire prevention, inspections, investigations, and code‑compliance across the community.

Reporting to the City Manager, the Fire Marshal will manage operations and budget, supervise department staff, provide public education, ensure state reporting, and collaborate with local, state, and federal partners to advance public safety and public trust.