WS - C - Fire Marshal Job Description

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES • Principles, methods and practices of modern fire prevention management and investigation techniques. • Knowledge of the city's geography, including the location of streets, water system and major buildings. • Ability to research and organize data, write reports and make written and verbal presentations. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public. • Fire investigation procedures. • Business letter writing, basic report preparation, and principles and procedures of record keeping. • Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in order to perform functions such as meeting with the public, city officials, community organizations, staff and other City department. • Ability to work long hours outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions. • Effectively handle difficult or sensitive issues, using professionalism and an understanding of organizational culture. • Using interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient and courteous manner. • Strong problem-solving skills including anticipating, analyzing, diagnosing and resolving problems. • Using initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES List the minimum requirements to be considered for this position: • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Fire Science or related field, is required AND 10-years of progressive experience in fire service with at least 5-years of experience in fire prevention involving fire investigation, code enforcement, public education, instructional techniques and methodology OR equivalent education/experience. • IFSAC or Pro Board certifications; Firefighter II, Fire Service Instructor I, Fire Inspector I and Fire Officer I, is required. • Certification as an Iowa Emergency Medical Technician or higher, is required. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a State of Iowa Class ‘B’ Commercial Driver’s License with air-brake endorsement, required within 6-months of hire. • NIMS certifications; 100, 200, 300, 400 and 700 are required within 6-months of hire. • Certification as a law enforcement officer per ILEA, is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position will require the employee to perform strenuous work seldom, for extended periods of time, while performing some or all of the following: • Wear a respirator (SCBA); as needed for position. • Wear and/or carry over 50lbs of protective clothing/equipment. • Work in overheated, extreme cold or wet environments. • Work under adverse or stressful conditions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS • Requires ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening examination. • Employee must be insurable under the City of Tiffin’s vehicle and umbrella liability insurance carrier. Fire Marshal