Fire & Explosion Investigation Bureau Chief - 20059424

The Division of the State Fire Marshal keeps Ohioans safe when they are at home, and out and about. This includes modernizing and enforcing the Ohio Fire Code; training and certifying firefighters; teaching fire prevention and safety education to businesses, industry, schools and the public; investigating the origin and cause of fires and explosions; and regulating and licensing fireworks companies, underground storage tanks and other fire-related industries.

Assists the State Fire Marshall & the Director of Commerce in defining agency goals & objectives by planning, developing, directing & coordinating all activities of the Fire and Explosion Investigation Bureau.

·       Directs investigators and supervisors in the investigation of fire and explosions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.

·       Ensures investigations are conducted thoroughly, objectively, and in accordance with recognized national standards and forensic science practices (e.g., NFPA 921, 1033, and 1321.)

·       Directs the day-to-day administrative functions of the Bureau, including all personnel and fiscal issues. Plans, develop and coordinates training, records, technical review, reporting and certification standards for bureau operations.

·       Supervise, mentor, and evaluate fire investigators, office and support staff.

·       Develop and manage the bureau budget, including equipment, vehicles, and training.

·       Must have the ability to make sound decisions, communicate both orally and in writing.

·       Represents State Fire Marshal & Director at conferences, meetings & seminars, boards, committees and taskforces as directed. Responsible for public relation activities.

This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11 (A)(9) ORC.

Current OPOTA Peace Officer Certification; 9 yrs. exp. in fire service or law enforcement which includes 5 yrs. exp. in management/supervision at the chief officer command level dealing with fire, explosion /or bombing investigation, arson investigation, or criminal investigation.

-Or 2 yrs. exp. as FEIB Investigator Supervisor, 26535; current OPOTA Peace Officer certification.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Fire & EMS