Supervising Fire Marshal

County of Riverside; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside’s Fire Department seeks a Supervising Fire Marshal to lead the Fire Protection Contract Services Division in Perris. This senior role oversees plan review, inspections, and fire prevention programs across assigned units, ensuring compliance with fire codes and safety standards.

The position follows a 9/80 schedule, Monday through Friday, with opportunities to support incident command logistics and coordinate with partner jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in plan review and fire inspections.
• Strong knowledge of fire and building codes and enforcement practices.
• Possession of Fire Inspector I and II and Plans Examiner coursework preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; transcripts may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate fire prevention programs and activities of the Fire Marshal division; oversee staffing, permitting and scheduling of inspection programs.
• Supervise daily activities of Fire Marshal personnel; conduct performance evaluations and ensure training.
• Review fire protection, building and development plans for conformance with codes; evaluate equipment and plans for effectiveness.
• Develop and implement goals and policies within the Fire Marshal division; assist in master fire plan development.
• Provide liaison with other departments and partner agencies; address inquiries and resolve issues.

Skills

Fire plan review

Fire inspections

Weed abatement

Plans Examiner coursework

Penal Code 832

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

GED/Equivalency

California State Board of Education certificate

Tools

Permit management systems

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

About The Position

The County of Riverside’s Fire Department has an opportunity for a Supervising Fire Marshal who will be assigned to the Fire Protection Contract Services Division in Perris.

The Supervising Fire Marshal is a supervising level classification performing the full range of supervisory duties and reports to an appropriate manager level position. The Supervising Fire Marshal will exercise general supervision over the Weed Abatement, Plan Review and Construction division; Permit and Code Enforcement division; Special Unit program; or Fire Marshal service contracts. This position may also assist with planning and logistical support functions for the Incident Command System and support for other offices as needed.

Competitive candidates will possess experience in public sector fire plan review and fire inspections, weed/hazard abatement inspections, and demonstrate a strong understanding of applicable fire codes, regulatory standards, and enforcement practices. Preference will be given to candidates who have completed Fire Inspector I and II and Plans Examiner coursework. Possession of a Penal Code 832 Certificate is highly desirable. Candidates with experience utilizing permit management systems, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and strong analytical, communication, organizational, and customer service skills are also highly desired.

This position follows a 9/80 schedule, Monday through Friday.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Fire Department is one of California’s largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations. The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 19 partner agencies and 1 community service district. The Department has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.

Examples Of Essential Duties

• Supervise and coordinate fire prevention programs and activities of the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal division assigned; coordinate staffing, permitting and scheduling of inspection programs and special events.
• Supervise daily activities of County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal employees including assigning, prioritizing and monitoring work in area of assignment; conduct performance evaluations; recommend staffing and disciplinary actions; ensure appropriate training is available; counsel, evaluate and meet with fire prevention personnel to identify and resolve issues/problems.
• Review fire protection, building and development plans and specifications for conformance with applicable laws, codes and regulations concerning fire protection and life safety; evaluate equipment for effectiveness and make recommendations for improved and/or alternative fire protection plans and devices; may conduct special inspections and investigations of new construction and existing structures as it relates to fire codes.
• Assist with developing and implementing the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal goals and objectives, work plans, priorities, and policy and procedures within assigned section; assist in preparing and updating the Riverside County Master Fire Plan.
• May serve as the City’s representative of the County Fire Marshal and develop, implement and supervise the localized fire prevention programs and local service operations while maintaining program consistency across jurisdictions.
• Serve as liaison for the plan review and fire inspection functions of the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal with other department divisions, government agencies, partner jurisdictions and the public; assist the public and other employees with technical inquiries related to County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal operations; oversee and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Propose code amendments and participate in the code adoption process with stakeholders and partner agencies.
• Write technical guidelines, bulletins and interpretations; oversee and implement the development of procedures and handbooks for fire inspections and plan review activities; prepare and maintain a variety of organizational reports and operational studies; recommend modifications to programs, policies and procedures.
• Conduct quality control of County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal operations; prepare and maintain a variety of reports and information related to County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal operations and appeals process.
• Supervise fire safety inspections of commercial, institutional and industrial occupancies.
• Pursue legal remedy for non-compliance with fire codes, including issuance of pre-citation notices, preparation of legal complaints, and testifying in court.
• Provide support to a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings representing the Fire Department interests; maintain currency with applicable code, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a certificate of proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience performing advanced-level plan review and fire inspections related to application of fire and building code or equivalent education, training and experience which demonstrates possession of the listed knowledge and abilities.

If utilizing education to qualify, candidates must upload a copy of official/unofficial transcripts at time of application. Please, see "Proof of Education" under APPLICATION INFORMATION at the bottom of the posting for more information.

Knowledge of: The principles of supervision, performance evaluation, progressive discipline, motivation and organization; principles and practices of staff and organizational development; principles and practices of fire prevention, inspection, plan review, and code enforcement; principles and methods of fire prevention education; burning characteristics associated with building construction and chemical hazards; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations; State Fire