Deputy Fire Marshal- Palm Desert at County of Riverside in Palm Desert, California

Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Fire Department is seeking a Deputy Fire Marshal to support operations in Palm Desert. The incumbent will assist and provide administrative support to the Fire Marshal, oversee the coordination of fire prevention activities with other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and do other work as required.

The Deputy Fire Marshal reports directly to the Fire Marshal and plans, directs, coordinates, and supervises a variety of fire prevention activities within the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal. Incumbents are additionally responsible for assisting the Fire Marshal in the planning, organizing, directing, and evaluation of all fire protection planning functions. When assigned to the Incident Command System, is responsible for planning and logistical support of major incidents.

The Deputy Fire Marshal is distinguished from the Supervising Fire Marshal in that the latter exercises general supervision over a Plan Review and Construction division, a Permit and Code Enforcement division, a Special Unit program, or a Fire Marshal service contract office.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Qualified applicants may be considered for future vacancies throughout the County.

Applicants with supervisory or management experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

• Manage and evaluate the work of technical and professional staff; conduct and review performance evaluations; prioritize and assign work; ensure staff is trained; effectively recommend personnel actions related to performance, leaves of absence, grievances, work schedules, hiring, termination, and disciplinary procedures.

• Serve as a management team member in evaluating and resolving fire prevention operational problems and making appropriate decisions; prepare, maintain and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence related to County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal operations; provide responsible administrative support to the Fire Marshal.

• Plan, direct, develop, and coordinate comprehensive fire prevention programs; evaluate and resolve operational problems and make appropriate decisions.

• Manage and prioritize development of code and construction activities, plan review, construction inspection, permit and code enforcement, special event permitting, and contract city Fire Marshal programs.

• Coordinate operational activities to ensure consistency in application of codes, standards, policies and procedures across jurisdictions within the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal.

• Participate in developing and administering the Fire annual budget; review and analyze records and reports of work production, costs, equipment, and staff resource utilization to evaluate effectiveness and control; recommend additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.

• Develop, implement and keep subordinates informed of County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal management goals and objectives, work plans, priorities, policies, and procedures; ensure procedures, methods and related work changes are implemented and that their impact is evaluated and reported to upper management.

• Serve as contract Fire Marshal and develop, implement and supervise the localized fire prevention program and local service operations while maintaining program consistency across jurisdictions.

• Coordinate the fire inspection functions of the County Fire Office of the Fire Marshal division with other department divisions, government agencies, partner jurisdictions and the public; assist the public and other employees with technical inquiries related to Fire Prevention operations; oversee and resolve difficult and sensitive inquiries or complaints.

• Develop and review proposed code amendments and provide professional recommendations to the Fire Marshal.

• Conduct legislative and regulatory analysis, including research and interpretation of proposed chaptered legislations and regulations.

• Serve as liaison with region managers, County and City departments, government agencies, divisions, partner jurisdictions, and general public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in fire science, public or business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

Experience: Five years of progressively responsible fire prevention and/or suppression experience (commercial and residential inspections, and reviewing building plans) or equivalent education, training, and experience that demonstrates possession of the listed knowledge and abilities.

Knowledge of: The principles of management, supervision and strategic planning; principles, theories, techniques and trends of public administration including financial management, labor relations and related programs; budgeting principles and practices; project management principles; practices of staff development and progressive discipline; principles and practices of fire prevention, inspection plan review and code enforcement; principles and methods of fire prevention education; chemical properties and their hazards; State Fire Marshal's regulations and prevailing practices in fire prevention; California Fire Code and California Building Code; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations; principles of customer service; report writing methods and mathematical concepts; effective communication and interpersonal and consensus building techniques.

Ability to: Manage, direct and coordinate work of technical and clerical personnel; monitor, evaluate and develop employees; provide professional leadership and direction; develop teams and work with diverse agencies and customers; prepare clear, concise and complete reports, written correspondence and documentation; analyze regulations and legislation; interpret and apply applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; evaluate alternate means and methods to meet the intent of applicable codes; analyze data, recognize problems and make decisions; negotiate problem resolutions; handle multiple tasks simultaneously; establish and maintain effective and tactful working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors, subordinates, and the general public; use effective communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange or convey information and work direction; provide quality customer service.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Possession of P.O.S.T. approved Penal Code 832 certification may be required as a condition of employment.

Possession of or ability to obtain valid Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II and Plans Examiner Certifications issued by the California State Fire Marshal or the International Code Council or the equivalents within one year.

Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Marshal Certification tract courses within two years.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Contact If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Andrea Evans at aevans@rivco.org or 951-955-3572 .

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. 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.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available 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 ).

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, Veteran's 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 INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

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).

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  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.


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  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.


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  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, the 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 there's 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.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of 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 Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

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

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