Fire Marshal

Job Description:

Fire Marshal

Description

Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (LFRA) is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Fire Marshal for our progressive, all-hazards emergency services organization. The Fire Marshal position is a sworn, Chief-level position responsible for providing policy direction, administrative oversight, and strategic leadership for the Community Safety Division. Reporting to the Risk Reduction and Readiness Assistant Fire Chief, the Fire Marshal is responsible for advancing community risk reduction efforts while ensuring compliance with fire and life safety codes.

Salary Information: The annual salary for this exempt position is $168,211.

Benefits Information: At LFRA we recognize the importance of providing a comprehensive benefit program to help you and your eligible family members maintain your health and well-being. LFRA offers the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement Plans: 401(a) with employer match and voluntary 457
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off including vacation, medical, and holidays
• Staff Psychologist & peer support team

To view information on LFRA's complete benefit package refer to our 2026 Employee Benefits Guide.

Specifically the Fire Marshal will:

• Develop, present, and implement local code amendments; prepare code adoption documents for Authority jurisdictions.
• Oversee the Community Safety Division (CSD), including staff supervision for plan reviews, inspections, permitting, fire investigations, and code development.
• Manage the CSD budget, write policies, and oversee the completion of reports.
• Conduct and manage fire prevention inspections for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Represent LFRA in meetings with construction development professionals, governmental agencies, and public safety partners.
• Oversee the construction development process to ensure all projects are designed and built in compliance with adopted codes and standards.
• Act as the primary liaison between LFRA and various municipal and county departments; facilitating collaboration with the development community on matters related to the Municipal and Fire Codes, land use, legislation, and fire prevention programs.
• Attend Authority, District, and Council meetings to provide information on CSD matters.

We are looking for a candidate that demonstrates:

• Proficiency in applying International Fire and Building Codes, NFPA standards, and local ordinances, while balancing regulatory compliance with practical solutions.
• Knowledge of building design and construction, including load considerations, fire behavior, and collapse potential, as well as the design, operation, and maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Advanced leadership, supervisory, management, and motivational skills essential to effective and efficient development and utilization of human resources.
• Strong political acumen and collaboration skills, with the ability to build consensus across jurisdictions and maintain relationships with elected officials, regulators, and community partners.
• Exceptional communication skills, including public education, report writing, and interagency coordination.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred; fields of study such as Fire Science, Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Management, Public Administration, or similar are particularly desirable. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Center for Professional Excellence (CPSE) - Fire Marshal designation or International Code Council (ICC) Certified Fire Marshal within twelve (12) months of hire date.
  

Experience

• Five years as a full-time fire service professional required.
• Two years' supervisory experience required.

Licenses/Certifications Required at Time of Application ( copies of all required certifications must be attached to this application in order to be considered) :

• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• International Code Council (ICC) Plans Examiner
• International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) - Fire Investigation Technician or National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI) - Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator

To view the complete job details, including certifications required after hire, please refer to the full job description: LFRA Fire Marshal Job Description.

Recruitment Timeline

(LFRA reserves the right to alter any recruitment process without notice)
Monday 01/26 at 12 noon M.S.T. Application Deadline Tuesday 01/27 - Thursday 01/29 Self-Paced Video Interviews (as needed) Thursday 02/05 In-Person Interviews* Monday 03/02 Anticipated Start Date*
*must be in-person - Loveland, CO

Notices regarding the State of Colorado:

• In compliance with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act "JAFA" any materials you submit as part of this application, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• Some information in your application may be public information under the Colorado Open Records Act.

E-Verify

LFRA participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire LFRA will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LFRA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender variance, marital status, genetic information, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. We encourage, value and respect diversity.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to LFRAHumanResources@lfra.org or 970-962-3199.

Veteran's Preference

LFRA applies a veterans’ preference to all hiring decisions. In accordance with C.R.S. 8-1-153, former military personnel or their surviving spouse must be verified as a “veteran”, by providing their or the service member’s DD214. The veterans’ preference does not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by LFRA. Complete and submit a LFRA Veteran's Preference application form.