Denver
Job Description Status: Full Time, FLSA Exempt Work Hours: 40 Hours per week/ may include additional time not limited to meetings, committees, external interaction events, and duties as assigned by the Division/Fire Chief. Employment Status: At-Will Application Packet Due: February 13, 2026 ACFR is an all-hazards response system located in the suburbs north of Denver. Our organization was initially established in 1946 as two separate entities: Southwest Adams County and North Washington Fire Departments. In 2014, our organizations consolidated their physical assets, and in January 2015, through the collaborative efforts of both entities, we became Adams County Fire Rescue. ACFR conducts structural firefighting, engages in wildland firefighting, and responds to medical emergencies, emergency situations, rescue operations, hazardous materials incidents, special operations, and events that may happen naturally. We also provide public education in educational institutions and the commercial sector, and we organize events with our district. Adams County Fire Rescue functions as a Protection District covering approximately 22 square miles. This area includes residential, single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties, serving more than 66,000 residents. The district has unique characteristics that offer our personnel a variety of call types, all responded to from four fire stations. Our annual call volume is around 13,000, alongside six other agencies, which include municipalities and protection districts. Our partners operate within a unique CAD-to-CAD framework, providing the most responsive unit system in our North Area, which encompasses seven cities and three counties. We are accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and have recently completed our second consecutive assessment Accreditation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) through 2029. Our agency also has an ISO rating of 1. Our district has continued to grow. In the past four years, we have added 400 single-family homes, 400 multi-family residential units, and over 3,000,000 square feet of commercial space. Located just north of the Denver metropolitan area, much of the district has been urbanized with open spaces, parks, and bike paths, while still preserving these open areas. Adams County Fire and Rescue is constantly striving to be an organization inspired by our future. We ensure that our service to customers is our driving force, and our commitment to personnel fosters an environment and culture that embraces diversity and empowerment. Labor and management collaborate to establish best practices, while our Board of Directors remains actively involved. Our internal actions are guided by the principles of WE ARE ACFR (Wellness, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Attitude, Communication, Family, and Reputation). ACFR Mission/Vision/Values: • Mission: Our mission is to engage with our community to address their needs in a professional manner., • Vision: Our vision is to cultivate an environment where our people feel valued, empowered, supported, and inspired to achieve their fullest potential., • Values: Integrity – Doing the right thing when no one is looking. Excellence – The quality of being outstanding. Compassion – Caring for others as you would for your family. Wellness – Maintaining mental/physical health so you can attend to others. The work culture at Adams County Fire Rescue encourages passionate, communicative, and enthusiastic employees who understand and support our mission, vision, and values. Adams County Fire Rescue delivers exceptional care and quality services while fostering resilience to promote collaborative relationships with our stakeholders. We value a strong sense of community and belonging as a fire district. For additional information about our district, please visit our website: Position Summary: This is an executive-level management position distinguished by comprehensive responsibility for all District fire prevention operations, programs, and personnel. The Fire Marshal serves as a member of the command staff and participates in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making affecting the entire organization. This position is distinguished from Deputy Fire Marshal by broader scope of authority, executive-level leadership responsibilities, direct accountability to the Deputy Fire Chief or Fire Chief for all prevention activities, and final decision-making authority on fire prevention matters. The Fire Marshal must possess expert-level knowledge of fire prevention, inspection, and investigation, proven executive leadership and management capabilities, and the ability to represent the District professionally in all settings. Immediate Supervisor(s): The Fire Marshal reports directly to the Fire Chief. Supervisory Authority: Fire Prevention Bureau personnel including but not limited to: Deputy Fire Marshal(s), Fire Inspector(s), Plans Examiner(s), Life Safety Educator(s), Public Education personnel, Administrative Assistant(s), and other assigned staff. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are an overview of this position's primary duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive list. • Promotes the district’s mission, vision, and values., • Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all Fire Prevention Bureau operations, programs, and initiatives., • Serves as the District’s authority and subject matter expert on fire prevention, code enforcement, life safety, and fire investigation., • Functions as a member of the command staff, participating in executive decision-making, strategic planning, and organizational development., • Plans, directs, and manages comprehensive fire prevention services including code enforcement, inspections, plan review, investigations, community risk reduction, and public education., • Serves as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for enforcement and interpretation of adopted fire and life safety codes and standards., • Oversees complex inspections, development and plan reviews, and fire protection system approvals to ensure compliance and public safety., • Leads, supervises, and develops Fire Prevention Bureau personnel through recruitment, performance management, training, and professional development., • Establishes bureau policies, procedures, staffing, and performance metrics to ensure efficient, effective, and customer-focused service delivery., • Develops, manages, and monitors the Fire Prevention Bureau budget, resources, and operational priorities., • Collaborates with internal divisions, government agencies, developers, and community partners to support fire-safe community design and risk reduction., • Represents the District in professional organizations, interagency meetings, public forums, and legal proceedings as required., • Provides expert consultation and recommendations to the Fire Chief, executive leadership, and Board of Directors on fire prevention and life safety matters., • Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Experience/Qualifications: • Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, • Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Fire Protection Engineering, Public Administration, Emergency Management, or related field, • Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in fire prevention, code enforcement, or fire investigation, • Minimum of two (2) years as Deputy Fire Marshal I with ACFR or equivalent experience, • Valid Colorado Driver's License with acceptable driving record (employees must obtain within 6 months of hire), • Fire Officer I certification (DFPC/IFSAC/Pro Board accredited) or higher; or out-of-state equivalent and ability to obtain within 1 year, • Fire Inspector III certification (DFPC/IFSAC/Pro Board accredited) or higher; or out-of-state equivalent and ability to obtain within 1 year, • Fire Plans Examiner certification through International Code Council (ICC) or Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (CDFPC); or out-of-state equivalent and ability to obtain within 1 year, • NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, IS-800, • Completion of National Fire Academy (NFA) Fire Prevention Program curriculum or equivalent executive-level fire prevention training within 1 year, • AHA BLS Provider Preferred Qualifications: • Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory or management experience in fire prevention operations, • Fire Officer II certification (DFPC/IFSAC/Pro Board accredited), • Fire Marshal certification through International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), • Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) through National Fire Protection Association, • Fire Inspector IV or Fire Plans Examiner II certification, • Fire and Explosion Investigator (IAAI-FEI) credential, • ICC Fire Marshal certification, • Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation through Center for Public Safety Excellence, • Executive Fire Officer (EFO) designation through National Fire Academy, • Graduate of Fire Prevention Symposium or comparable executive program, • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Fire Protection Engineering, • Certified Public Manager (CPM) designation, • Certified Fire Investigator (IAAI-CFI) designation through International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), • Advanced degrees or specialized certifications in fire protection, emergency management, or related fields Working Environment/Physical Requirements: This position requires work at District Headquarters and in a wide range of inspection, investigation, and incident locations. This position requires: • Strenuous physical activity under extreme adverse conditions will be required periodically., • Must possess the ability to lift items up to fifty pounds., • This position requires standing, walking, stooping/bending, lifting, crawling, jumping, and sliding, as well as the ability to work in all weather conditions., • Work may be performed under hazardous and adverse conditions, including but not limited to slippery and uneven surfaces, proximity to moving mechanical equipment, burning structures, broken glass or other sharp materials, electrical currents, high places, and confined spaces., • Work may result in exposure to smoke, gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mists, and dust, which can affect the respiratory system or skin., • Work may result in exposure to high noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection., • The position demands frequent use of sensory activities such as talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, identifying objects by touch, depth perception, and color vision., • This position can involve high physical, mental, and/or emotional stress periods. ACFR Benefits: Our benefits package includes sixteen hours of sick leave per month, vacation pay, paid holidays, enrollment in the State-wide firefighter pension plan (12% employee/11% employer contribution), the option to enroll and contribute to the 457/Roth retirement savings plan, a department 457 match up to 4%, longevity pay starting at five years of employment, higher education reimbursement, health, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.