Salary : $165,787.18 – $232,102.52 Annually
Location : Milpitas, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2023-00030
Department: Fire
Division: Prevention Division Administration
Opening Date: 06/23/2023
Closing Date: 7/13/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Definition
The City of Milpitas is recruiting for an Assistant Fire Marshal.
The Assistant Fire Marshal plays a vital role in ensuring the safety of our community by conducting inspections and investigations, enforcing fire codes and regulations, and educating the public on fire prevention and safety. The Assistant Fire Marshal works closely with other members of the fire department, as well as local businesses and residents to promote fire safety and ensure compliance with fire codes. Additionally, they are responsible for developing and maintaining positive relationships with the community, collaborating with other city departments and agencies, and providing guidance and support to our team members.
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Examples of Duties
- Assist in the development and implementation of department policies, goals and objectives.
- Assist in the administration of the department’s permitting, non-point source, and life-safety programs.
- Meet with and advise developers, contractors, business, and City staff of applicable hazardous material and life-safety regulations.
- Prepare reports, correspondence, and enter data as necessary.
- Perform other related duties as assigned, which include, but is not limited to, inspections, plan review, and investigations.
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Typical Qualifications
Education/Training:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from and accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science or a related field or equivalent; coursework in fire suppression systems, prevention, training, management, supervision, or a closely related area preferred.
Experience:
- Seven (7) years of experience in a career full-time position working in a fire prevention division with a paid Fire Department and dealing with fire-safety or hazardous material inspections, public education, code enforcement, new construction and fire protection systems.
License or Certificate:
- Possess and maintain an appropriate and valid California driver’s license throughout employment.
- Must complete Laws of Arrest – Penal Code 832 certification within twelve (12) months of appointment.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Investigation 1A, 1B and 1C training or equivalent.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector I and II training or equivalent.
- Incumbents shall be required to obtain and maintain any other license(s) and/or certification(s) that may be required by future regulation pursuant to Federal, State, local and/or industry standards.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum two (2) years of management and supervisory experience overseeing a Fire Prevention Division with a paid Fire Department.
- Fire Investigator certification through one or a combination of the following certification programs- California State Fire Marshal’s Office, National Association of Fire Investigators, or International Association of Arson Investigators.
- Fire investigation experience in terms of responding to and processing an actual fire scene event, as well as generating a valid and most recent Fire Cause & Origin Report as the Lead Fire Investigator of Record that reflects and supports the said experience.
- Experience in responding to and handling hazardous materials emergencies.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Plans Examiner 1A, 1B, and 1C training, and Building Plans Examiner or Fire Plans Examiner training from the International Code Council.
Supplemental Information
As part of your application packet, please be sure to submit and upload the following documents:
- Complete Application
- Resume
- Cover letter
Screening and Selection Process
Application Period:
Open Date: Friday, June 23, 2023
Close Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023, at 11:59 p.m.
The Oral Board Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of July 31 – August 4, 2023.
Please note: The examination process (including dates) may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Department. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job description does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process.
To Apply
Submit your application, supplemental questions, and copies of required certificates online at http://www.milpitas.gov.
The City reserves the right to close or re-open the recruitment at any time. Incomplete and/or inaccurate application materials may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Candidates will receive all communications by email regarding the recruitment process, which includes but is not limited to, application status, testing dates, and interview scheduling. If you require alternate communications, please contact Human Resources at (408) 586-3090.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Incumbents in this position are required to file a Conflict of Interest Statement upon assuming office, annually, and upon leaving office, in accordance with Resolution No. 8833.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department.
The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
RETIREMENT
Miscellaneous Unrepresented:
1. Classic Tier 1 employees (Employees hired before October 9, 2011): 2.7% at 55 Retirement Plan including the highest final compensation amendment. (Employee pays 8% contribution rate)
2. Classic Tier 2 employees (Employees hired on or after October 9, 2011 and before January 1, 2013, or who qualify for CalPERS pension reciprocity): 2% @ 60 Retirement Plan including three year final average compensation period (Employee pays 7% contribution rate)
3. Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: 2% @ 62 Retirement Plan including three year final average compensation period (Employee contribution rate as stated in annual CalPERS actuarial report)
City of Milpitas employees do not participate in Social Security, but do contribute to Medicare.
Police Unrepresented:
1. Classic Tier 1 employees (Employees hired before April 8, 2012): 3% @ 50 Retirement Plan including the highest final compensation amendment. (Employee pays 9% contribution rate)
2. Classic Tier 2 employees (Employees hired on or after April 8, 2012 and before January 1, 2013, or who qualify for CalPERS pension reciprocity): 3% @ 55 Retirement Plan including highest final compensation (Employee pays 9% contribution rate)
3. Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: 2.7 % @ 57 Retirement Plan including three year final average compensation period (Employee pays half of normal cost, July 2018 at 10% contribution rate)
Fire Unrepresented
1. Classic Tier 1 employees (Employees hired before April 8, 2012): 3% @ 50 Retirement Plan including the highest final compensation amendment. (Employee pays 9% contribution rate)
2. Classic Tier 2 employees (Employees hired on or after April 8, 2012 and before January 1, 2013, or who qualify for CalPERS pension reciprocity): 3% @ 55 Retirement Plan including highest final compensation (Employee pays 9% contribution rate)
3. Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: 2.7 % @ 57 Retirement Plan including three year final average compensation period (Employee contribution rate as stated in CalPERS actuarial report.)
City of Milpitas employees do not participate in Social Security, but do contribute to Medicare.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
Choice of CalPERS Medical Plans. City pays coverage up to the Kaiser rate (currently $2,228.36/mo. for family). Employees who waive health coverage are eligible to receive $125 per month in lieu of medical plan coverage with proof of other coverage.
RETIREE MEDICAL
Employees are eligible upon CalPERS retirement from the City to receive up to 100% retiree medical coverage (currently based on the Kaiser health rate), based on years of service.
DENTAL & VISION
City provides full family coverage for dental and vision at no cost to the employee.
LIFE INSURANCE
City provides $50,000 term policy. Supplemental employee-paid life insurance is available up to $500,000, based on carrier acceptance.
DISABILITY INSURANCE
City provides a Short-Term Disability plan similar to State Disability Insurance (SDI) coverage. Employees do not participate in SDI. Long-Term Disability coverage of 60% of base salary up to $1,500 per month is available after a 60-day waiting period. Additional buy-up options for LTD are available.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
City contributes $75 per month on the employee’s behalf.
VACATION
Employees earn 16-36 days of vacation based on years of service.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE
Employees earn 40 hours of Management Leave per year.
HOLIDAYS
Employees receive 12 paid holidays and one (1) floating holiday per year.
SICK LEAVE
Employees earn 12 days annually.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees are eligible to receive up to $3,000 per fiscal year in tuition reimbursement.
FITNESS PROGRAM
Employees are offered free access to City-sponsored sports and fitness programs.
The City also offers a flexible spending benefits plan, employee assistance program, and other voluntary insurance. Contact Human Resources (HR) at 408-586-3090 for more information on employee benefits.
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Please select all the certifications, education and/or training that you have completed or possess:
- Laws of Arrest- Penal Code 832 certificate
- ICS 100 certification
- ICS 200 certification
- ICS 300 certification
- California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector I or equivalent
- California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector II or equivalent
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Check all the boxes that apply to your experience and/or qualifications.I certify that I have the following:
- Two (2) or more years of management and supervisory experience overseeing a Fire Prevention Division with a paid Fire Department.
- Fire Investigator certification through one or combination of the following certification programs- California State Fire Marshal’s Office, National Association of Fire Investigators or International Association of Arson Investigators.
- Fire investigation experience in terms of responding to and processing an actual fire scene event, as well as generating a valid and most recent Fire Cause & Origin Report as the Lead Fire Investigator of Record that reflects and supports the said experience.
- Experience in responding to and handling hazardous materials emergencies.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Plans Examiner 1A training.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Plans Examiner 1B training.
- Completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Plans Examiner 1C training.
- Building Plans Examiner or Fire Plans Examiner training from the International Code Council.
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