Fire Marshal

POSITION SUMMARY

The Fire Marshal administers the department’s fire prevention program and conducts or oversees fire inspections, plan reviews, fire investigations, code enforcement, public education, and community risk reduction. The position works closely with property owners, businesses, contractors, developers, county departments, law enforcement, emergency management, and other agencies.

The Fire Marshal must demonstrate strong knowledge of fire codes, fire prevention, investigations, building construction, and fire service operations; exercise sound judgment; communicate effectively; and enforce applicable laws, codes, ordinances, and departmental policies professionally and consistently. Emergency response duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible fire service experience, including significant fire prevention, inspection, investigation, or code enforcement experience.
• Fire Inspector I certification required; Fire Inspector II preferred.
• ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 required or as established by department policy.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Must successfully pass required background, drug screening, physical examination, and physical agility testing, as applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Fire Investigator, Georgia Firefighter, NPQ Fire Officer, or Fire Instructor certification.
• EMT certification, as applicable.
• Class F Georgia Driver’s License.
• Previous supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Knowledge of fire prevention, inspections, investigations, fire behavior, building construction, fire protection systems, NFPA standards, fire/life safety codes, and emergency operations. Ability to conduct inspections and investigations, interpret codes, prepare accurate reports, communicate effectively, exercise sound judgment, maintain records, and work independently in stressful or hazardous environments.

HOW TO APPLY

• It is recommended you Apply Online
• However, applications are available at the Greene County Commissioners’ Office, 1034 Silver Drive, Suite 201, Greensboro, GA 30642.  Downloaded Applications should be turned in to the Commissioners’ Office and will be accepted until the position is filled.   Resumes will not be accepted without a completed application.**

All downloaded applications MUST INCLUDE  a Firefighter Applicant Questionnaire* ** Certification Copies will *NOT ** ** be accepted with application.