Lieutenant - Fire Prevention

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this position is to administer and coordinate the department's fire prevention program, including plan review, permitting, inspections, and investigations. This position ensures compliance with adopted fire codes and local ordinances while promoting positive, professional relationships with business owners, contractors, and the community through a service-oriented approach to code enforcement. The position may be designated by the Fire Chief to act in the capacity of Deputy Fire Marshal as needed.

This position also coordinates the department's company inspection program by developing schedules, assigning and tracking inspections, reviewing reports for accuracy and compliance, and providing technical guidance on fire code application and inspection standards. While the position does not exercise direct supervisory authority over company personnel, it maintains functional authority related to fire prevention activities and program compliance within the established chain of command.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Inspects existing structures, construction sites, and remodeling projects for compliance with applicable fire and building codes; works with property owners and contractors to resolve compliance issues within the scope of assigned authority.
• Develops, coordinates, and manages the department's company inspection program, including assigning and tracking inspections completed by suppression personnel, ensuring consistency and quality across all shifts, and reviewing inspection reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Identifies trends, deficiencies, and recurring code violations; prepares compliance reports for command staff; and serves as the Fire Marshal's designee in the field for inspections, permitting activities, and investigations.
• Participates in inspections and testing of fire sprinkler systems and other fire prevention and protection systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Conducts voluntary and required residential fire and safety inspections.
• Reviews construction and development plans for compliance with fire codes and fire protection requirements.
• Issues warnings and citations for fire code violations at the direction or discretion of the Fire Chief.
• Maintains records, files, and data related to fire inspections and prevention activities; prepares and submits required reports and documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.