Deputy Fire Marshal chez City of Rancho Cucamonga, CA

About the Department

WHO WE ARE:
The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District provides vital fire and life safety services to residents, visitors and businesses in Rancho Cucamonga. Through an innovative combination of risk reduction and emergency response programs, Fire District personnel are dedicated to delivering these services in an effective, efficient and professional manner to those we serve in cadence with the District's Mission and Core Values.
 
From fire suppression and emergency medical services, to our emphasis on integrated risk reduction through emergency preparedness, prevention and safety education, the District has always worked diligently to meet the changing needs of our community.     

Position Duties

You'll be responsible for:  

• Planning, organizing, managing, and evaluating the day-to-day activities and operations of the Fire Prevention Bureau including the review of plans and building specifications for fire protection system design and construction
• Annual inspections and fire system code enforcement of commercial, industrial, and residential businesses structures and facilities and investigations of code violations and the issuance of fire permits
• Participating in annual budget preparation, identifying resource needs, and preparing detailed cost estimates with appropriate justifications
• Performing field inspections of new construction and existing industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential structures and facilities, including the inspection of installed fire protection systems and fire hydrants
• Managing and participating in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives, establishing schedules and methods for providing fire prevention services, and developing and implement policies and procedures.
• Planning, supervising, and reviewing the work of fire inspection staff in the Fire Prevention Division in addition to training staff in work procedures and evaluating employee performance

The ideal candidate will embody the core values of the Fire District:  Integrity, Innovation, Tradition, Professionalism, People, and Stewardship. 

For more information on this position please visit the job description. 

Potential interviews the week of October 6, 2025
**Subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**     

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in some combination of fire prevention, fire engineering, fire inspection, hazardous materials programs, building plans examination and/or code enforcement. Any combination of inspection and plan review classes, certifications, and programs that demonstrate the ability to implement fire and life safety principles and community risk reduction efforts. Any combination of leadership and supervisory courses or programs that demonstrate the ability to lead and supervise effectively. 
 
A Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field is highly desirable.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Maintain cooperative working relationships and provide high level of customer service with engineers, developers, contractors, vendors, other governmental agencies, City staff, and the public. 
• Organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.  
• Principles, systems, procedures, practices, and methods employed in fire prevention, inspection, investigation, public information and education, and municipal government.
• Modern and complex principles and practices of fire prevention and suppression services program development and administration.
• Theory, principles, policies, and practices of public personnel administration, including employee training and development, performance planning and appraisal, budgeting, purchasing, and maintaining public records.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in building and facility inspection and construction. 
• Principles and practices of employee supervision and leadership, including work planning, assignment review and evaluation, discipline, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Applicable laws, regulations, and codes applicable to areas of assigned responsibility including the California Fire Code, California Building Code, relevant City Municipal Code and a variety of regulatory safety compliance codes, standards, and guidelines.
• District policies and procedures and the laws and regulations governing the operation of a Fire District.
• Development and construction processes, including plan review, permit issuance, and construction inspection techniques. 
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• Plan, manage, supervise, assign, delegate, review and evaluate the work of staff engaged in fire safety and prevention programs including fire safety inspection, code enforcement, plan review, and permit issuance.
• Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, and work standards.
• Enforce compliance with plans, specifications, ordinances, and codes.
• Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound, independent conclusions, and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules, and policies.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply complex laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate, complete, and concise records, reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications; detect deviations from plans, regulations, and standard safety procedures.
• Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues, situations, and concerned people.
• Effectively represent the department and the city in meetings with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, and regulatory organizations, and in meetings with individuals. 
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, exercise independent judgement, and follow up on assignments.

 
Special Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. 
 
Possession of or ability to obtain PC 832 Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certificate to the level deemed appropriate for the position within one year of hire. 
 
Possession of or ability to obtain ICC Plans Examiner certification within one year of hire.
 
Possession of or ability to complete some State Fire Training Fire Marshal courses to the level deemed appropriate for the position within one year of hire.

Other Qualifications

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants are required to apply online at www.cityofrc.us.  Closing date is at 5:00pm on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. 
 
Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to completed application form as supplemental information and will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the District will be invited to compete further in the examination process. All candidates will be notified of their application status by email throughout the recruitment process. Candidates invited to compete in the examination process, who successfully pass the examination process, will be place on an eligibility list. The candidate on the eligibility list who most closely meets the requirements of the District may be selected to receive a final offer. The District may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.

Successful candidates shall be required to:
 
Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established; and
Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable; and
Pass a pre-employment medical exam; and
 
If hired, candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.
 
The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the District will provide the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E- Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit www.uscis.gov. 

Disclaimers
The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition, the Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District abides by a nepotism policy which may preclude you from being hired if the District employs a relative. The Rancho Cucamonga Fire Protection District makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please click here. There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City/District Offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at [email protected]. Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at www.cityofrc.us for more information.  

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