Assistant Fire Marshal
Job Description
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Application DeadlineOpen Date: 12/21/2025Close Date: 01/11/2026This posting is subject to close without prior notice.Salary InformationPay Grade: 327 - From $52.90 to $66.52FLSA Status: ExemptPlacement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans PreferenceIf you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.Educational RequirementsIf your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.NotesSelected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
Responsibilities
General Functions:
This position performs professional, supervisory, administrative, technical, and operational work specializing in strategic public safety activities within the Office of the Fire Marshal, Fire Rescue Department. This includes assisting the Fire Marshal in planning, managing, coordinating, and directing the fire prevention and life safety management services and activities of the Office of the Fire Marshal.Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Fire Marshal. Performance is reviewed through observations, reports, and results achieved.
Representative Duties/Assignments:
Duties may vary based on the area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
- Assists in the preparation of the goals and objectives of the Office of the Fire Marshal. Develops annual work program and establishes staffing and scheduling requirements.
- Provides direct supervision of assigned personnel. Evaluates the work of reporting staff.
- Assigns, trains, and supervises the staff of the Office of the Fire Marshal in conducting fire/life safety inspection activities, plans examinations, and educational programs, and the preparation and maintenance reports and records relating to Office of the Fire Marshal activities.
- Identifies hazards, meets with builders, owners, and occupants to correct problems, and appears before civic groups to inform, educate, and improve fire safety.
- Ensures that adopted fire and life safety codes are applied and enforced and code violations are corrected in a timely manner.
- Reviews new construction plans for fire code compliance and performs on-site inspections to ensure compliance; annually inspects commercial structures for fire compliance. Prepares maps, fire plans, and inspections for fire safety.
- Confers with architects, engineers, builders, building officials, professional associations, citizen groups, and the general public to discuss matters of interest and necessity to the fire service.
- Promotes good customer service and public relations, coordinates operations, and promotes partnerships with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, citizen groups, and the general public.
- Provides recommendations for fire code requirements at Development Review Committee meetings.
- Represents the County at Technical Review Committee and Compliance Code Board meetings.
- Reviews project construction plans and specifications for compliance with applicable codes.
- As directed, may investigate fires of suspicious or unknown origin and/or involving a fatality to determine arson probability. Interviews witnesses or suspects, obtains and preserves evidence, performs background research, and provides expert testimony when required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and three (3) years of experience in Fire Prevention supervision and/or Fire Inspection supervision. In lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.OrBachelor's degree from an accredited institution and six (6) years of experience as a Fire Plans Examiner or Fire Inspector. In lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.Must possess and maintain the State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification or a verified and approved equivalency to the State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification within one (1) year of employment.Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License.Must be capable of and may be required to obtain Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards, Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic Certification at the discretion of the Fire Chief or designee.Preferences:
Master's degree from an accredited institution in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field.Completion of the Executive Fire Officer Program provided by the United States Fire Administration/National Fire Academy and/or credentialled as a Chief Fire Officer by the Center for Public Safety Excellence.Fire Protection Engineer Certification.
