Fire Marshal

Introduction

Promotional only - open only to members of Local 825 meeting minimum requirements.

Interested qualified applicants must apply via the JobAps portal before the closing date of the posting.

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• Job Description

Note that this job announcement will be removed on the closing date listed above - you are responsible for accessing all job announcement content before that date.

SAVE THE DATE!

This exam is scheduled to take place:

Assessment Center

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Location & Report times:

Will be provided after the closing date of this job announcement.

Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information.

Candidate Orientation

The exam consultant will offer a candidate orientation video shortly after the closing date of this job announcement.

The HR Department will notify you via JobAps on how you will be able to access this remotely. This orientation will provide information on what to expect in the examination process. It will cover topics such as: confidentiality and exam security, Assessment Center process overview and logistics; general exam preparation suggestions; and exam component weights.

The consultant will allow a period of time for candidates to submit questions they may have after viewing the orientation video. Candidate questions will be compiled and shared with all candidates in an anonymous format, with no identifying information attached, along with consultant responses; these will be made available to all candidates prior to the exam.

Note that this exam process does not include a second review of Assessment Center scores, as such subjective reconsideration is inconsistent with a fair, objective, and merit-based examination.

ADA accommodation - See below under "SELECTION PLAN"

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

This is responsible supervisory and administrative fire prevention inspection and fire investigative work.

Work involves responsibility for the enforcement of state and City fire safety and fire prevention codes. Work is performed under the direction of the Fire Chief with a minimum of supervision, and is reviewed through conferences and reports.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises fire prevention/inspection and fire investigation divisions of the New Haven Fire Department for the City of New Haven.
• Determines fire regulations are consistent with nationally recognized good practice for the safeguarding of life and property from hazards of fire and explosion.
• Researches, explains, and enforces fire codes for building contractors at new construction sites; approves all building plans.
• Performs inspection of a difficult nature and issues notices for attendant violations of codes.
• Plans, assigns and reviews inspection and investigative work done by subordinates.
• Supervises and participates in the handling of code violation complaints.
• Keeps records and makes reports.
• Performs related work as required.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school and,
• At least 10 years'' experience in firefighting and fire prevention inspection work within the New Haven Fire Department, including a minimum of 3 months experience at the Deputy Chief, Battalion Chief, or Captain level within the New Haven Fire Department

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of fire fighting and inspection principles, practices and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable laws and ordinances.
• Ability to supervise and direct fire prevention inspection and fire investigation functions.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with Department personnel, city employees, and the general public.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Candidates for this title must hold the necessary certification from the State Fire Marshal''s Office
• Applicants MUST attach a pdf copy of their required certification(s) to their application submission, or their application will be incomplete

SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 825, International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO.

Selection Plan

To participate in this promotional exam process, you must apply via this JobAps announcement by the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. There are NO exceptions.

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.

Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.

ADA Accommodation

If you will require an ADA accommodation for this examination process, you must submit a request online via THIS LINK

(https://www.newhavenct.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3140/637745772485830000).

Follow all instructions on the ADA Accommodation Request Form. In the Job Title field, indicate that you are a candidate for Fire Marshal. The deadline to submit an ADA Accommodation Request for this examination process is the closing date of the job.

Conclusion

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