FIRE MARSHAL at Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District – Reno, Nevada

EXTENDED!!

The Mission: Preventing the Disaster Before It Starts

Are you a certified fire professional ready to move beyond execution and lead a strategic mission?

The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD) seeks an accomplished Fire Marshal to take the reins of our Fire Prevention Division. This is an executive leadership position that serves as the Architect of Community Risk Reduction and Code Integrity for our community.

This is not a field inspector role; this is the senior management classification responsible for developing the policies, managing the budget, and providing the strategic vision that ensures building compliance, mitigates risk in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), and protects the lives of both our citizens and our first responders. Reporting directly to the Fire Chief, you will ensure our commitment to excellence starts with prevention. The union does not represent this position.

The tentative Interview date will be the week of January 12

• Tentatively, the panel interview will be on January 15
  
• Tentatively, the Chief's interview with finalists will be on January 16

Anticipated start date is February 2, 2026
A cover letter and resume are requested, along with a completed application.

Professional Qualifications

This role requires a unique combination of technical code mastery, fire service experience, and proven executive leadership in the public sector.

Experience & Education

Mandatory Certifications

Education: An Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university in Fire Science, Fire Technology, Public Administration, or a closely related field. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible fire prevention experience in an all-risk career fire department, including inspection, investigation, and plan review. Leadership: At least three (3) years of senior-level supervisory or administrative responsibility.

Required at Application: A valid Driver’s License. Fire/Arson Investigator Certification from a recognized body (NFPA, IAAI, NAFI, or Nevada State Fire Marshal). International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I and Fire Inspector II certification. International Code Council (ICC) Fire Plans Examiner certification. Required within 6 Months: International Code Council (ICC) Fire Code Specialist certification. Required within 2 Years: Certified Fire Marshal (CFM) credential from the ICC or CPSE.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Fire Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Fire Technology.
• Demonstrated Political Acumen
• Previous Fire Marshal Experience
• Investigator Experience
• Fire Suppression Experience

Strategic Leadership: Defining Life Safety in Northern Nevada

The Fire Marshal provides administrative authority and strategic direction across the entire spectrum of community risk reduction. Key leadership priorities include:

• Executive Direction: Planning, organizing, and directing all divisional activities, including code enforcement, fire investigations, plan review, and public education.
• Code Mastery & Interpretation: Serving as the District’s highest authority on fire and life safety codes, ensuring consistent interpretation and rigorous enforcement of local, state, and national standards across the District.
• Policy and Program Development: Developing and administering division-wide goals, policies, and operational priorities, and continuously evaluating service delivery methods for efficiency.
• Investigation and Oversight: Providing leadership and technical guidance to staff conducting complex fire/arson investigations and managing the outcomes to recommend long-term preventive measures.
• Interagency Liaison: Representing TMFPD as the primary consultant and expert to architects, engineers, developers, county officials, and community organizations on fire protection requirements.

Leadership, Authority, and Environment

• Executive Authority: This position exercises judgment and administrative authority in setting program goals, managing personnel, and interpreting fire codes, distinguishing it sharply from field-level inspector and investigator positions.
• Supervision: Exercises direct supervision over paraprofessional and support staff, focusing on coaching, professional development, and accountability.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work is performed in a combination of standard office settings and hazardous field environments, including active fire scenes, unstable structures, and emergency scenes. This role is subject to emergency recall and requires maintaining the physical fitness necessary to safely perform duties in a variety of environmental conditions.

Call to Action

If you are a proven leader ready to direct a high-impact division and protect the community through strategic fire prevention and code enforcement, we strongly encourage you to apply.
We are seeking the best. Join the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District.