Salary : $118,374.32 - $177,561.48 Annually
Location : Henderson, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 0164NOV26-P-AG
Department: Building & Fire Safety/Dev Services Center
Opening Date: 11/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position OverviewThis is an open and continuous recruitment which will remain open for a minimum of four (4) weeks and close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly-qualified candidates has been created.The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Fire Marshal in the Department of Building and Fire Safety/ Development Services Center. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.
Under general direction, provides administrative leadership in the management and coordination of fire safety inspections and fire safety plan review; assists in overseeing building inspection services within the City of Henderson; directs operational activities to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and departmental objectives; serves as the city's fire marshal with responsibility for administering and enforcing fire code provisions and provides managerial oversight of the building inspection services division in the absence of the manager of inspection services; and performs related duties as required.
Salary and Benefits- Competitive Salary Range of $118,374.32 - $177,561.48 annually; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity
- Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period**
- Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus**
- Contingent upon the City's financial health and subject to availability of funds as determined by the City (subject to change)**
- **Click here to View the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy
- Work-Life Balance
- The expected schedule for this position is Tuesday - Friday, standard day shift hours will be determined by supervisor (4 day work week)
- Paid Leave and Holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Retirement Benefits
- Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
- Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
- Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans
- Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
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Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science, Fire Prevention, Architecture, Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering or Fire Administration or Public Administration or closely related field
- Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in the fire prevention function for a governmental agency, three (3) years of which were at the managerial or supervisory level
- Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
- Must possess one of the following two certifications at the time of appointment and obtain and maintain both of the following certifications by the International Code Council (ICC) within 6 months of appointment:
- Certified Fire Code Official or Certified Fire Marshal (Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) Fire Marshal certification is also acceptable)
- Certified Building Official
- The following certifications and licenses are desirable:
- Certified Residential and Commercial Building Inspector
- Certified Residential Plumbing Inspector, Commercial Plumbing Inspector, Residential Mechanical Inspector, and Commercial Mechanical Inspector OR International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) certifications as a Plumbing Inspector and Mechanical Inspector
- Certified Residential Electrical Inspector and Commercial Electrical Inspector from ICC or International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)
- Certified Fire Inspector I & II
- Certified Fire Plans Examiner
- Nevada licensed Engineer or Architect
- All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents' expense
Required Documents/Assessment Information DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:1) Completed Employment Application
2) Copy of one of the following two certifications (if applicable; at least one will be required at the time of appointment)
- Certified Fire Code Official or Certified Fire Marshal (Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) Fire Marshal certification is also acceptable)
- Certified Building Official
3) Any desirable certifications as listed in the minimum qualifications (if applicable)
*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.
ASSESSMENT DATES:Structured Selection Interview with Written Component (Weighted 100%) - Monday, December 7, 2026
(Best Qualified Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Selection Process The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
City of Henderson, NevadaNon-Represented: Professional, Management, Executive Employees
Benefits SummaryHEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE- Health Insurance: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Employer paid Long Term Disability - Up to 60% of Base Wage If Approved
- Employer paid Term Life Insurance / AD&D - $50,000 of 1X annual salary, whichever is greater
- Employee Assistance Program - 6 Free Visits Per Issue Per Year for Employee and Family Members in the Household, and Access to Work/Life Wellness Resources
- Medicare - Employee and City each pay 1.45%
FINANCIAL EDUCATION- Comprehensive and confidential employer-paid financial counseling benefit with a financial education vendor
- Financial education seminar series
RETIREMENT- Employer paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- No Social Security tax on employee's wages
- Retirement Health Savings (RHS) program
- Employer paid Match on Pre-Tax 457(b) contributions
- Professional Staff - $1,500 annually
- Management Staff - $2,000 annually
- Executive Staff - $2,500 annually
PAID TIME OFF (PTO)- Employees may carry over up to 988 hours of PTO each year
- From date of hire, new employee are credited with a minimum of 18 days* of PTO. After their first anniversary, employees will begin accruing PTO monthly as follows:
- Second year through fifth calendar years of service - 17.42 hours per month
- Sixth year through twelfth calendar years of service - 20.59 hours per month
- Thirteenth calendar year of service and beyond - 23.75 hours per month
*Actual number of days and hours of PTO granted may vary by position
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE- Four (4) workdays of leave, with pay, per occurrence
HOLIDAYS- 13 paid holidays per year
- Two (2) floating holidays per year (one in first year if hired on or after July 1st)
- The ability to bank holidays, up to 152 hours, that fall on an employee's regularly scheduled day off
WORK WEEK- Four-day, 9.5-hour workday, 38-hour work week
- Four-day, 10-hour workday, 40-hour work week for Police PERS positions
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS- IRC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Supplemental Term Life Insurance
- IRC 401a Deferred Compensation Plan - new/hire employees only
- Legal Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- IRC 125 Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
- Identity and Credit Protection
- PerkSpot Employee Discounts Program
- Supplemental Insurance: Cancer/Catastrophic Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability, and Hospital
Indemnity
- Long Term Care + Life Insurance
NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on future administrative policy changes, changes to any applicable legislation, changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program, and at the discretion of the City Manager or City Council
Revised 09/26
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For my application to be considered it must be fully complete, accurate and truthful, including:
Employment Information- Employment Dates: All dates listed for each employer are accurate. End dates are provided for positions I no longer hold.
- Current Employer: My current employer is included in my work experience.
- Contract Work: If I work(ed) for a contractor, the contractor is listed as my employer.
- Multiple Positions: Each position held at the same employer is listed separately, with corresponding start and end dates.
Application Requirements- Required Documents: All additional required documents are attached to the application using the instructions linked
- I have not listed "see resume" or "refer to application" in any section.
Not completing the application as directed, unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. I have read, understand, and agree to the above instructions regarding completing my application.
- Yes
- No (NOTE: By answering no, I understand that my application may be disqualified from consideration.)
02
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
This must match the education section of your profile above. - I have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- I have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and have completed some college credits.
- I have an Associate's Degree.
- I have a Bachelor's Degree.
- I have a Master's Degree or higher.
- I do not have any of the diplomas or degrees listed above.
03
For each degree you have earned or are currently pursuing, list the degree type, area of study, and the total number of units or credits completed (if the degree is still in progress). If you do not have any degrees, enter N/A.
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How many years of full-time professional level, progressively responsible experience in the fire prevention function for a governmental agency do you possess?
Your answer will be compared to the work history information on your application to determine if you meet minimum qualifications. 1 year of full-time experience = 1976 hours - I do not possess this experience
- Less than 3 year
- More than 3 year to less than 5 years
- More than 5 years to less than 7 years
- More than 7 years to less than 9 years
- More than 9 years to less than 11 years
- More than 11 years
05
Please list each position where you gained your professional level, progressively responsible experience in the fire prevention function for a governmental agency. For each position where you gained this experience, please use the following format:
1. Employer Name2. Job Title 
