Job Title/Department:
COUNTY FIRE MARSHAL - Dept. of Planning & Development Services
Salary:
$69,804 TO $98,637 PER YEAR PLUS BENEFITS

Opening Date: Closing Date:
Thursday, November 16, 2006 Friday, December 15, 2006

Type of Opening:
Regular
Working Hours:
40 hours per week

Application Requirements:

Please submit a resume and cover letter. Resume should detail your education and experience relating to the minimum qualifications, knowledge and abilities described in the job description.

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Where to Apply:
Snohomish County Dept of Planning & Development Services

Attn: Vel Smith, Human Resources Coordinator

3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 604

Everett, WA 98201-4046

Fax: 425-388-3670 E-mail: vel.smith@co.snohomish.wa.us

Essential Job Duties:
To plan and direct the activities of the Fire Marshal’s office, including fire investigation, community education and special inspections. Coordinates and collaborates with fire districts, fire departments and fire agencies regarding fire code development, adoption of standards and fire code enforcement. Advocates for Fire Service issues.



STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES


1. Selects, hires, terminates and disciplines employees as may be directed by the Director; assigns, supervises and evaluates the work of employees as required regarding interpretation, implementation and enforcement of adopted fire codes and related policies; trains subordinates as necessary; reviews work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and compliance with instructions and established procedures.



2. Plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the activities of the fire investigation unit.



3. Administers the adopted budget; participates in the development of the office budget and manages work performance within adopted budget allocations.



4. Develops and implements procedural changes and systems for use by subordinate level employees in the work unit; develops an implements administrative and operational policies, procedures and guidelines as required; coordinates workflow within the assigned area and handles day-to-day coverage issues; collaborates with local fire agencies on controversial issues bringing them to final resolution.



5. Provides technical information to builders, architects, engi­neers and the general public; answers difficult questions that other employees can't handle; receives, investigates and re­solves customer complaints.



6. Negotiates and administers contracts relating to Fire Marshal’s office functions and operations.



7. Promotes good customer service and public relations; coordinates operations and promotes partnerships with other division, departments, outside agencies, citizen groups and the general public; represents the Fire Marshal’s office and/or department at public meetings or hearings; makes presentations before the council; represents the County on various committees, including the Sno-Isle Fire Commissioners Association, Snohomish County Fire Chiefs Association, and District Fire Marshals.

Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, fire service, or other related field; AND, five (5) years of public administration experience; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides for the required knowledge and abilities. Fire investigation experience preferred. Must pass all job related tests.

Special Qualifications:
A valid State of Washington driver’s license is required for employment.



Candidate will be subject to a complete background investigation including fingerprinting, a complete criminal records check, a polygraph examination and a psychological evaluation.