JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, the Division Chief of Prevention or “Fire Marshal” 
has overall responsibility for community risk reduction programs where they direct, oversee, and 
coordinate the functions and activities of assigned personnel to achieve desired goals. They must 
provide guidance and support to assigned staff performing fire prevention, enforcement of laws, 
codes, and ordinances related to fire and life safety; plan review and inspection of new 
construction, public education, fire investigation services, and emergency preparedness to reduce 
the loss of life and property. They shall participate in all emergency and non-emergency operations 
as deemed necessary and assume the role of Fire Chief in the incumbent’s absence.

The Fire Marshal will have an opportunity to work in a community that is one of the fastest growing 
and most exciting suburbs in the USA. The candidate must be highly motivated and strive for success 
by demonstrating Little Elm’s Core Values of Integrity, Customer Service, Efficiency, and 
Innovation.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
•      High School Diploma or GED required.
•      Minimum of an associate degree or 60 hours of college credit, bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ten (10) years of progressive experience in the fire service, four (4) years of fire protection 
system plan reviews or responsibilities as a Fire Marshal, Assistant Fire Marshal, Fire 
Investigator, or Fire Inspector is desirable.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
1.     Must be bondable.
2.     Advanced Structural Firefighter, TCFP
3.     Fire Officer III, TCFP (obtained within 12 months)
4.     Fire Instructor II or Fire and Life Safety Educator II, TCFP
5.     Advanced Fire Inspector, TCFP
6.     Plans Examiner I, TCFP
7.     Advanced Arson or Advanced Fire Investigator, TCFP
8.     Basic Peace Officer, TCOLE (obtained within 36 months)
9.     EMT-Basic, TDSHS
10.   Valid Texas Driver's License and eligible to hold a Class B.
11.   Graduate of the Law Enforcement Management Institutes Fire Executive Management Training 
Program (desired)
12.   Designation as a Fire Marshal by the Center of Public Safety Excellence (desired)

LANGUAGE SKILLS
1.     Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
2. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or 
authorities, or members of the local business community.
3.    Must have excellent communicative skills, both oral and written, to include spelling, 
grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
1.     Exhibits the ability to provide effective leadership.
2.     Ability to establish and meet deadlines.
3.    Self-motivated.
4.     Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with supervisors and other personnel.
5.     Demonstrate a willingness to perform duties in a team environment.
6.     Knowledge and skill in the use of a computer.
7.     Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of fire investigation and 
fire codes.
8.    Must have strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to deal effectively 
with the public.
9.     Skills coordinating and managing multiple projects and/or assignments.
10.   Knowledge of town and department policies and operating procedures.
11.   Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly.
12.  Must be able to learn and interpret related ordinances and codes and procedures for handling 
code and ordinance violations.

REASONING ABILITY
1.    Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished by management in written, oral, 
diagram, or schedule form.
2. To perform essential functions of the job, must be able to type; understand and carry out oral 
and written directives; work well under pressure and stress; handle multiple task; prioritize and 
organize work assignments; maintain a pleasant and friendly demeanor at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, 
stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pulling, lifting, talking, hearing and perform 
repetitive motions. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to (80) eighty pounds of force 
occasionally, (40) forty pounds of force frequently and (25) twenty-five pounds of force 
constantly. Must possess the visual acuity to perform accounting, computer work and extensive 
reading in addition to operating vehicles and equipment. Subject to hazards associated with fire 
scene examinations including working inside and outside environments, including all types of 
weather conditions, and exposure to smoke and high heat. Work may be in high areas or in close 
quarters. Possible exposure to electrical current, chemicals and blood-borne pathogens.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee 
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Works is a combination of office 
and field environment. Position may encounter dangerous environments including, but not limited to, 
atmospheres containing extreme heat and driving under stressful situations. Position requires work 
indoors, underground, outdoors, in confined spaces, in trenches, on level, slippery, sloping, and 
unstable and muddy terrain; and work in adverse environmental conditions to include inclement 
weather, hazardous conditions including mechanical, electrical, fume odor, dust/mist, chemical, and 
toxic waste hazards and other solid waste substances and exposure to insects, noxious plants, 
snakes, etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS










































1.     Perform such duties as may be reasonably required by the Fire Chief
2. Serve as a confidential aide to the Fire Chief; consults and advises in an honest, frank, 
tactful, and timely manner; promotes a harmonious and effective working relationship with 
department personnel, town employees and in contact with the members of the community
3.     Maintain a continual information flow to the Fire Chief, insuring the reliability of all 
information
4. Model appropriate professional management conduct; maintain appropriate confidentiality of 
sensitive information; and comply with and support Town and Department policies and procedures.
5. Direct and oversee the actions of assigned staff; hold staff accountable for the enforcement of 
rules, regulations, orders, procedures, policies and employment agreements.
6. Oversee the daily functions of the Prevention Division to include administering all activities 
related to fire prevention, risk reduction, fire and arson investigation, plan review, fire code 
enforcement, and fire safety education.
7. Meets with architects, engineers, contractors, various agencies, and community stakeholders to 
advise on fire prevention issues affecting development and construction activities; provides 
technical expertise concerning fire protection infrastructure planning.
8. Review and develop fire and life safety codes, ordinances, and policies to ensure a reasonable 
degree of fire and life safety exist according to federal and state laws.
9.     Attends Planning and Zoning Commission meetings as scheduled or required.
10.   Coordinates with Town staff regarding plan review for development of site plans.
11.   Investigates, develops and presents case evidence to Grand Jury to seek indictment on arson 
criminal cases.

12.   Interprets and explains Town and Department policies and procedures to the public and 
Department members.
13.   Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies associated with the TOLE.
14. With the assistance of the Division Chief of Administration, develop a draft annual Prevention 
budget and submit to the Fire Chief for review for inclusion in the proposed annual budget.
15. Request and oversee purchase orders for the Prevention Division projects to ensure fiscal 
responsibility and proper management of the operating budget.
16. With the assistance of the Division Chief of Administration, develop annually and submit to the 
Fire Chief a forecast of funds needed for the Prevention Division to provide ongoing and effective 
services.
17.   Take a leadership role in projects assigned by the Fire Chief.
18.   Meet as required with other members of the Executive Staff to maintain understanding of the 
current status of the Department.
19.   Work with Department staff to process and conduct background investigations for all potential 
new employees.
20.   Perform the Department’s internal affairs investigations.
21. Maintain a thorough understanding of the Insurance Services Office (ISO) current standards and 
requirements. Review data collection with the Division Chief of Administration to allow the 
Department to maintain its current ISO PPC Class 1 rating.
22. Monitor and review federal, state, county and municipal regulations and codes as they pertain 
to the fire department and its service areas.
23.  Represent the Department in the community and at various meetings as assigned or directed by 
the Fire Chief.
24.  Coordinate annual community outreach events such as the Citizens Fire Academy, Open House, and 
Santa Around Town.
25.   Coordinate the annual fire and life safety program at all area schools.
26.   Be available to respond to emergencies during non-business hours as needed.
27. If first arriving at an emergency incident, establish Incident Command (IC) System where 
command has not been established. Be prepared to assist in the command process where command has 
already been established.
28. As the Incident Commander, set up the command structure according to established departmental 
procedures, and set scene objectives and strategies.
29. Be prepared to function in any level of the Incident Command structure, attend periodic 
schools, conferences, workshops, and seminars as directed by the Fire Chief to maintain a high 
degree of ability, knowledge, and understanding of fire service methods, practices, developments, 
and attitudes.
30.   At the discretion of the Fire Chief, may assume the duties as the Chief Executive Officer.

E.O.E.  The Town of Little Elm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, 
sex, religion, age, disability or military  or the provision of services.