City and County of Denver

Fire Protection Supervisor - Denver Fire Department

City and County of Denver$124K — $212K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years in fire protection and life safety evaluation, design, engineering, or installation
  • 3+ years of supervisory experience
  • Proven track record in building high-performing and collaborative teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent judgment and proactive problem-solving aptitude
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and related business software
  • Valid Driver's License; may require PE or architect registration

Responsibilities

  • Supervise the Fire Plan Review Group and staff in plan reviews and permits
  • Develop and document performance goals, offering feedback and evaluations
  • Assist in code interpretation, staff training, and communication
  • Conduct plan reviews and issue construction permits as necessary
  • Monitor daily operations ensuring accurate application of fire codes
  • Seek opportunities to enhance and streamline review procedures
  • Act as the subject matter expert in the Fire Prevention Division

Benefits

  • Participation in a professional development program
  • Opportunities for ongoing training in fire protection regulations
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions
  • Potential for career advancement within the department
  • Supportive work culture that values collaboration and accountability
Full Job Description
What You'll Do
  • Supervise the Fire Plan Review Group and assigned personnel involved in plan review and construction permit issuance.
  • Develop goals, document performance, provide constructive feedback, formally evaluate staff, and support continuous improvement.
  • Assist the Fire Marshal and Fire Plan Review Group Officer with code interpretation, staff training, and communication of directives and work plans.
  • Conduct plan reviews and issue construction permits as assigned.
  • Monitor and direct daily operations to ensure correct interpretation and application of fire codes, review standards, and permitting processes.
  • Evaluate opportunities to enhance and streamline plan review and permitting procedures.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for plan review and permitting within the Fire Prevention Division.
  • Stay apprised of national trends and emerging technical characteristics in fire protection; deploy training to keep staff informed of evolving regulations.
  • Manage staff schedules, ensure assigned reviews are completed by due dates, and track group production statistics.
  • Allocate staff and financial resources based on business, City, Department, and Division needs.
  • Perform supervisory duties including documentation, training, discipline, mentorship, and resolving employee or citizen concerns.
  • Complete additional tasks, inspections, or projects as assigned by the Fire Plan Review Group Officer and Fire Marshal.


About You:

Our ideal candidate will have:
  • A minimum of 3 -5 years of experience in fire protection and life safety evaluation, design, engineering or installation
  • A minimum of 3+ years of supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated experience at building high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative, accountable work culture
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Sound judgment
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and related business software


Below are the minimum requirements used to determine eligibility for this role:
  • Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Architecture.
  • Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of experience in fire protection and life safety evaluation, design, engineering or installation.
  • Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for experience requirements.
  • License/Certifications: By position, requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. By position, may require registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Colorado State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers at the time of application. Or by position, may require registration as an architect by the Colorado State Board of Registration at the time of application. Registration in another state will be accepted in lieu of this requirement, provided that the applicant has Colorado registration at completion of probation. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.


About Everything Else

Job Profile
CE0410 Fire Protection Supervisor
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Position Type
Unlimited

Position Salary Range
$124,937.00 - $212,393.00

Target Pay
Based on Experience and Education

Agency
Denver Fire Department

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

About City and County of Denver

The City and County of Denver is the capital and most populous city in the state of Colorado. It is located in the South Platte River Valley on the western edge of the High Plains, just east of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. The city is known for its beautiful scenery, outdoor recreation opportunities, and vibrant cultural scene. The City and County of Denver provides a wide range of services to its residents, including public safety, transportation, parks and recreation, and community development. The city is governed by a mayor and a 13-member city council.
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Size
11,000 employees
Industry
Revenue
$4 billion

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