Deputy Fire Marshal

Deputy Fire Marshal

Salary

$119,864.00 - $149,426.00 Annually

Location

Redlands, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

02130

Department

Fire

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Under direction, performs advanced technical work in areas of fire protection, prevention, and education programs; conducts plan review of industrial, commercial, residential, fire protection systems, and special hazards occupancies; conducts fire inspections of highly technical and hazardous occupancies in new construction; enforces building, fire and municipal codes and nationally recognized standards; meets and confers with developers at conceptual stages of new projects. May exercise functional and technical supervision over lower-level staff.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs plan review of construction documents and specifications for adherence to life and fire safety laws, codes and standards;
• Consults with developers, Engineers, architects, contractors and other departments and agencies regarding fire department and fire protection requirements;
• Inspects buildings and other structures for compliance with fire laws, ordinances, regulations and standards concerning the design, construction and installation of construction systems including but not limited to construction, fire protection systems, fuel modification plans, and specialized systems;
• Investigates fire hazard complaints; prepares reports and notices of deficiencies to homeowners, businesses, contractors and trade professionals;
• Evaluates structures for compliance with fire safety standards in the operation and maintenance of existing businesses and in the storage and handling of hazardous materials, high piled combustible storage, etc.;
• Conducts public education programs related to fire prevention and life and fire safety, conducts and participates in special event inspections;
• Assists with the development of policies, guidelines and standards for the Community Risk Reduction Division;
• Assist in coordinating hazard abatement programs including vegetation management and code enforcement actions; performing inspections and issuing appropriate notices and cooperating with other departments and agencies on resolution;
• As directed, responds to fire scenes to assist in the investigation of the origin and cause of fires and fire protection system effectiveness;
• Maintains records and prepares departmental reports;
• Attends and represents the fire department at meetings, seminars, and trainings; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• An Associates degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in fire engineering, fire protection, fire science, or a closely related field. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required.

Experience:

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in fire and building code enforcement, fire prevention, inspection, investigation, and public contact.
• Municipal government is highly desirable.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possess and maintain a valid State of California drivers license.

• Possession of P.C. 832 certification (CA Penal Code) within 6 months of appointment.

• Certification as a Fire Inspector I from the International Code Council (ICC) within 6 months of appointment.

• Successful completion of the following California State Fire Marshal coursework:

• Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D;

• Fire Inspector 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D within 9 months of appointment;

• Plans Examiner 1A, 1B, and 1C within 9 months of appointment; and

• Hazardous Materials Awareness

• Highly Desirable:

• Certification as a Fire Inspector II from the California State Fire Marshal

• Certification as a Fire Plans Examiner from the California State Fire Marshal

• Certification as a Fire Plans Examiner from the International Code Council (ICC)

Special Requirements:

Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

• Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations;
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, climb, and lift 100 lbs.;
• Exposure to fire, heat, smoke, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards;
• Availability for an emergency call.
• Ability to work the hours necessary to accomplish the assigned duties, including after normal work hours; attend evening meetings; travel locally and out of town to attend meetings or conferences of one day or more during work and non-work hours.
• Must be willing to wear the required uniform; work on call and respond to emergencies; must be able to work under adverse conditions, such as those inherent in emergency fire fighting situations; must be willing and able to return to work during significant emergencies or events to assist in incident management.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicants skills, training, and experience for the position.

The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate "See Resume".

Proof of education, such as but not limited to university/college transcripts and degrees, must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.

The following documents are required for this position:

1. Unofficial transcripts of an Associates degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in fire engineering, fire protection, fire science, or a closely related field.

2. Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, and 1D

3. Hazardous Materials Awareness

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.

Failure to provide all required documents may result in elimination from the selection process.

Please note that the City of Redlands' preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (including a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening, depending on job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify, and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Julie Maher at jmaher@cityofredlands.org or Sophia Diaz at sdiaz@cityofredlands.org

Benefits associated with this position include:

• Medical Insurance - City pays premium of $800 up to $2,100 /mo for employees and eligible dependents depending upon coverage level;
• Dental Insurance - City pays monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents; 2 plans
• Vision Reimbursement - up to $300 per year
• Life Insurance - $25,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment - $25,000
• Deferred Compensation - $1200 per year
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• The City participates in Social Security
• Executive Leave - 120 hours per year
• Vacation Leave - 80 hours accrued in first year
• Sick Leave - 96 hours annually
• 14 Paid Holidays
• 20 hours of Floating Holiday
• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program
• Insurance adjustment of $150.00/year
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - $5000 per fiscal year
• Education Incentive Pay - 3% for a Masters or Doctoral Degree
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - 2% @ 55 for employees who are considered a "classic" member of Cal PERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013;
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - 2% @ 62 for an employee who becomes a "new" member of Cal PERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 (and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date; employee contributes 50% of CalPERS normal cost rate.

01

How many years of progressively responsible experience in fire and building code enforcement, fire prevention, inspection, investigation, and public contact do you possess?

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 or more years

02

What is the extent of your formal education in fire engineering, fire protection, fire science, or closely related field?

• High School or Equivalent
• AS/AA or equivalent (Associate Degree)
• BS/BA (Bachelors Degree)
• MS/MA (Masters Degree) or Higher

03

Do you currently possess and maintain a valid California drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, a P.C. 832 certification (CA Penal Code)?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment.
• No

05

Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, a certification as a Fire Inspector I from the International Code Council (ICC)?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment
• No

06

Do you currently possess Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, and ID issued by the California State Fire Marshal?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment, Fire Inspector 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D as issued by the California State Fire Marshal?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment
• No

08

Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment, Plans Examiner 1A, 1B, and 1C as issued by the California State Fire Marshal?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment
• No

09

Have you successfully completed California State Fire Marshal Hazardous Materials Awareness?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you currently possess certification as a Fire Inspector II from the California State Fire Marshal?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you currently possess certification as a Fire Plans Examiner from the California State Fire Marshal?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you currently possess certification as a Fire Plans Examiner from the International Code Council (ICC)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Redlands

Address 35 Cajon St

Redlands, California, 92373

Phone 909 798 7514

Website http://www.cityofredlands.org