About the Department

The City of Geneva is seeking a highly motivated and experienced fire service professional to serve as Fire Marshal – Assessment, Planning and Prevention within the Geneva Fire Department.

The Fire Marshal is a key leadership position responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the Fire Prevention Division. This position reports to the Fire Chief and provides oversight of fire prevention programs, code enforcement, inspections, plan review, fire investigations, public education, and life safety initiatives designed to protect the residents, businesses, and visitors of the City of Geneva.

The successful candidate will join a progressive, accredited combination fire department committed to innovation, professional development, firefighter safety, and exceptional service delivery.

Position Duties

Including but not limited to:

Lead and manage the Fire Prevention Division, including personnel, programs, and daily operations.
Oversee fire inspections, new construction inspections, plan reviews, and fire code enforcement activities.
Interpret and apply adopted fire, building, and life safety codes while working collaboratively with developers, contractors, businesses, and community partners.
Coordinate with City departments, elected officials, legal representatives, and outside agencies regarding fire prevention and life safety matters.
Manage the department’s inspection, pre-plan, and records management system.
Develop and maintain fire prevention policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
Oversee public education programs and community risk reduction initiatives.
Conduct or supervise fire investigations involving significant loss, injury, or suspicious circumstances.
Support emergency operations by responding to major incidents and providing technical expertise related to fire suppression and rescue operations.
Assist in evaluating community risk, operational needs, and long-term planning initiatives.
Must be able to respond to after-hours emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who:

Demonstrates strong knowledge of fire prevention practices, codes, standards, and regulations.
Understands the importance of balancing customer service, enforcement, and community risk reduction.
Possesses strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Works effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Commits to continuous improvement, professional development, and maintaining high standards of service.

Candidates must possess:

Knowledge of fire service operations, fire prevention, and code enforcement principles.
Four years of experience in progressively responsible fire prevention, inspection, investigation, or related fire service duties.
Ability to interpret and enforce applicable fire and building codes.
Illinois driver’s license.
Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) certifications including:
- Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF)
- Basic Fire Prevention Officer I
- Fire Investigator
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Technical Rescue Awareness
NIMS certifications:
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- IS 700
- IS 800

International Code Council (ICC) certifications are required within six (6) months of employment:

International Fire Code (IFC)
International Existing Building Code (IBEC)
International Building Code

Preferred qualifications include:

OSFM Fire Officer I / Company Fire Officer certification
OSFM Advanced Fire Prevention Officer certification
Knowledge of ESO record management system
Additional fire prevention, leadership, or emergency management experience

Other Qualifications

The City of Geneva is an excellent place to grow your career. Our organization's size offers the perfect opportunity to make contributions that will truly make an impact along with the chance to oversee unique projects as we look to the future of our community. If you are seeking a role where you can see the difference you make every day, have the ability to collaborate with a close-knit team and enhance one of the Chicago suburbs most ideal communities, we would love to have you on board!

Interested candidates can read more about the City's Fire Department on the City's website.

The City also offers a generous benefit package which includes ample paid time off as well as competitive health insurance options and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund program (IMRF). Candidates should be aware that this position is a civilian position and does not participate in an Article 4 retirement program. The starting rate of pay for this position is negotiable with a range of $108,737 - $152,232. The anticipated starting pay is up to $130,485.

Benefits

: We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 40 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record?

Of the required certifications listed, which do you currently hold?

How many years of previous fire prevention experience do you have?

Less than 1 year
2 to 4 years
Over 5 years of experience

How many years of plan review experience do you have?

Less than 1 year
2 to 4 years
Over 5 years of experience

Please briefly tell us why you are interested in this position and why you feel your professional experience makes you a great fit.

Do you have experience using ESO record management system?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Geneva, City of (IL)
Address: 22 S 1st St

Geneva, Illinois, 60134
Phone: (630) 232-7494
Website: https://www.geneva.il.us