Fire & Explosion Investigation Bureau Chief

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