Supervising Fire Marshal

Supervising Fire Marshal

Salary

$109,038.42 - $148,416.55 Annually

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

26-37876-03

Department

Fire

Division

Fire Protection - Forest

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

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 Riverside.

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 Plan Review and Construction division, Permit and Code Enforcement division, Special Unit program or Fire Marshal service contracts, and may assist in planning and logistical support functions for the Incident Command System.

Competitive candidates will possess experience in public sector fire plan review and fire 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

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 Marshals regulations and prevailing practices in fire prevention; California Fire Code and California Building Code; mathematical concepts; effective communication and interpersonal skills; customer service principles.

Ability to: Supervise, lead, direct, and coordinate the work of technical and clerical personnel; monitor and evaluate employees; prepare clear, concise and well-documented reports and correspondence; analyze, interpret and apply applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; recognize problems, analyze data, formulate alternatives, and make or recommend appropriate decisions or resolutions; productively use personal computers and associated software; prepare and conduct presentations to diverse audiences; recognize fire and life safety code violations and hazards; interpret codes and regulations for the public; read and interpret plans and blueprints; establish and maintain effective and tactful working relationships with co-workers and the general public; provide quality customer service.

Other Requirements

License: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License is required. To be able to travel to various work sites, meetings, and other locations throughout the County as required to conduct County business.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment

Please Contact Alexander Jones at 951-955-4656 or Aljones@rivco.org. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Are you a current or temporary County of Riverside employee with the Fire department?

• Yes
• No

02

Select the answer that best describes your current drivers license status:

• I have a valid California drivers license.
• I am able to obtain a valid California drivers license.
• I currently have a valid out-of-state drivers license, and I am able to obtain a valid California drivers license.
• I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California drivers license.

03

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you possess performing advanced-level plan review?

• No experience
• Less than six months
• Six months, to less than one year
• One year, but less than two years
• Two years, but less than three years
• Three years, but less than four years
• Four years, but less than five years
• Five years, but less than six years
• Six years or more

04

How many years of progressively responsible experience do you possess performing advanced-level fire inspections related to application of fire and building code?

• No experience
• Less than six months
• Six months, to less than one year
• One year, but less than two years
• Two years, but less than three years
• Three years, but less than four years
• Four years, but less than five years
• Five years, but less than six years
• Six years or more

05

How many years of full-time public sector experience do you have performing both advanced-level fire plan review and fire inspections related to the application, interpretation, and enforcement of fire and building codes?

• No experience
• Less than six months
• Six months, to less than one year
• One year, but less than two years
• Two years, but less than three years
• Three years, but less than four years
• Four years, but less than five years
• Five years, but less than six years
• Six years or more

06

Please select your current level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel:

• No experience
• Basic - able to enter, correct and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows and columns, use simple arithmetic functions in the formula
• Intermediate - able to create and modify charts, filter data, use mathematical, logical, statistical and financial functions.
• Advanced - able to use of advanced functions, e.g. VLOOKUP, IF, work with Pivot Tables, VBA Programming

07

Select the Microsoft PowerPoint skills you possess:

• None
• Creating and recording presentations
• Designing branded templates
• Visualizing data using embedded charts
• Embedding multimedia and animations
• Using the accessibility checker
• Accessibility tools like alt text for visuals
• Using slide master to maintain consistent formatting across presentations
• Using speaker notes and presenter view
• Exporting presentations as videos or PDFs

08

Have you completed or participated in the Supervisor Learning Journey courses through Riverside County CORLearning? If yes, please attach your certification or unofficial or official transcripts with your application.

• Yes
• No

09

Please select the Tyle Technology programs that you have education or experience in

• EPL - Enterprise Permitting & Licensing
• EnerGov
• Fire Prevention Mobile

10

Check all of the course work you have completed towards your Fire Inspector I certificate. Please attach your certification or unofficial or official transcripts with your application

• I have not completed courses within the Fire Inspector I series.
• 1A
• 1B
• 1C
• 1D

11

Check all of the course work you have completed towards your Plans Examiner certificate. Please attach your certification or unofficial or official transcripts with your application.

• I have not completed courses within the Plan Examiner series.
• 1A
• 1B
• 1C

12

Check all of the course work you have completed towards your Fire Inspector II certificate. Please attach your certification or unofficial or official transcripts with your application.

• I have not completed courses within the Fire Inspector II series.
• 2A
• 2B
• 2C
• 2D

13

Check all of the State Fire Marshal certifications you have obtained. please attach your certification with your application.

• None
• Fire Inspector I
• Fire Inspector II
• Plan Examiner

14

Have you completed the Penal Code 832 course? If yes, please attach your certification or unofficial or official transcripts with your application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

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