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No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on November 04, 2026.Job Title: Assistant Fire MarshalDepartment: Fire MarshalExternal Hiring Range: $27.58 - $33.18Compensation Grade: 2008Posted Internally and ExternallyThe Buncombe County Government is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Fire Marshal to support the County’s mission of protecting lives, property, and community wellbeing. This position plays a key role in fire prevention through inspections, public education, code enforcement, and fire investigation. The ideal candidate brings strong fire service experience, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety while working both independently and alongside partner agencies. If you are motivated to serve your community and help ensure a safer Buncombe County, we invite you to apply.\nWork weeks are Sun-Sat and follow a 2-week rotating schedule.\nWeek 1:\nSunday - On Call\nMonday - Work + On Call\nTuesday - Work \nWednesday - Work \nThursday - Work \nFriday - Off\nSaturday - Off\nWeek 2:\nSunday - Off\nMonday - Off\nTuesday - Work + On Call\nWednesday - Work + On Call\nThursday - Work + On Call\nFriday - Work + On Call\nSaturday - On Call\nAnticipated Start Date for this position is December 14th, 2026.\nPurpose of the position:\nThe purpose of this position is to conduct inspections and educational programs for the County to prevent, identify, and investigate fire hazards, including determining the cause and origin of fires.\nMinimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): High school education or equivalent and a minimum three (3) years of experience in fire service, investigation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\nLicense or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation:\nPossession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.\nEarn Level I Fire Inspection Certification within one (1) year and Level III within five (5) years as issued by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board. \nEarn NC Fire Investigator Technician within 4 years and NC Fire/Arson Investigator within 10 years as issued by the North Carolina Department of Insurance Fire and Rescue Division. \nMaintain continuing education requirements as set forth by the State of North Carolina and the Fire Marshal. Any loss of certification may result in an appropriate reduction in pay and classification or may affect employment status.\nPhysical Requirements: Lifting is considered medium work requiring exertion up to 50 of force occasionally and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Position includes bending, reaching, squatting, manual dexterity, repetitive motion, and the ability to distinguish colors. Visual acuity is required. This position involves significant standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time. The work is performed in an environment with crisis situations that require major decisions involving people, resources, and property.\nDuring a State of Emergency, and at the discretion of the County Manager, county employees may be called in for service. This includes both essential and non-essential personnel.\nEssential Functions of the Position:\nConduct inspections of commercial structures and multi-family housing for both new construction and existing structures, as scheduled and required, county schools (twice annually), and private schools (annually); institutional structures, foster homes and residential care homes to ensure compliance with fire and life safety regulations.\nInterpret County, state and national fire codes related to fire prevention; review building plans to ensure proper fire safety measures are included, such as sprinkler and fire alarm installation.\nPresent public and private fire safety and prevention programs, along with fire education programs as requested within the County.\nEnforce fire codes for new construction and existing buildings for the safety of occupants and public.\nConduct origin and cause investigations and complete reports on structure and vehicle fires upon request; Respond to all brushfires with five or more fire departments dispatched, assist with mitigation of large-scale hazmat incidents; respond to any request for emergency management response as needed.\nInspect new subdivisions plats and drawings for emergency vehicle access; install and maintain all County road signs.\nPerforms other related duties as assigned.\nKnowledge, Skills, Abilities:\nKnowledge of applicable fire codes and regulations at the County, state, and federal levels, including North Carolina Fire Codes, Foster Home Safety Regulations, and AFL Regulations, as well as division policies, procedures, and protocols.\nKnowledge of standard practices, procedures, and methods of fire inspection, prevention, investigation, and building construction.\nKnowledge of NCFIT, CFI, NC IAAI, and OFSM qualification board requirements.\nKnowledge of the geographic layout of the County.\nAbility to read and review building plans.\nAbility to observe, recall, and document details, including faces, names, and other critical information.\nAbility to conduct investigations, organize records, and prepare clear reports.\nAbility to interpret and apply laws, codes, and regulations in specific situations.\nAbility to work effectively with property owners, managers, and the public to eliminate fire hazards and promote cooperation in fire prevention activities.\nAbility to exercise sound judgment in both routine and emergency situations.\nAbility to assist with management and recovery during large-scale emergencies.\nBuncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.\nIt is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected classes. 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