Fire Department Jobs in Meriden, CT (NOW HIRING)

Introduction
Promotional only - open only to members of Local 825 meeting minimum requirements.
Interested qualified applicants must apply via the JobAps portal before the closing date of the posting. Please note the job description has been revised since the posting of June 2026.
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SAVE THE DATE!
This exam is scheduled to take place:
Assessment Center
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Location & Report times:
Will be provided after the closing date of this job announcement.
Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information.
Candidate Orientation
The exam consultant will offer a candidate orientation video shortly after the closing date of this job announcement.
The HR Department will notify you via JobAps on how you will be able to access this remotely. This orientation will provide information on what to expect in the examination process. It will cover topics such as: confidentiality and exam security, Assessment Center process overview and logistics; general exam preparation suggestions; and exam component weights.
The consultant will allow a period of time for candidates to submit questions they may have after viewing the orientation video. Candidate questions will be compiled and shared with all candidates in an anonymous format, with no identifying information attached, along with consultant responses; these will be made available to all candidates prior to the exam.
Note that this exam process does not include a second review of Assessment Center scores, as such subjective reconsideration is inconsistent with a fair, objective, and merit-based examination.
ADA accommodation - See below under "SELECTION PLAN"
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
This is responsible supervisory, administrative, fire prevention, code enforcement, and fire investigation work directing the Fire Marshal's Office for the City of New Haven.
Work involves responsibility for the enforcement of state and City fire safety and fire prevention codes. Work involves planning, directing, and evaluating fire prevention inspection, code enforcement, fire investigation, and public education activities; enforcing applicable federal, state, and local fire safety laws and regulations; and coordinating with City departments, contractors, businesses, and outside agencies to promote life safety and property protection. Work is performed under the direction of the Fire Chief with a minimum of supervision and is reviewed through conferences and reports.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, directs, and supervises the operations of the Fire Prevention/Inspection and Fire Investigation divisions of the New Haven Fire Department for the City of New Haven.
• Develops policies, procedures, priorities, and work assignments for fire prevention inspections, investigations, and code enforcement activities.
• Determines fire regulations are consistent with nationally recognized good practice for the safeguarding of life and property from hazards of fire and explosion.
• Researches, explains, and enforces fire codes for building contractors at new construction sites; approves all building plans. Reviews and approves fire protection features and fire code compliance for construction plans as required. Interprets, explains, and enforces applicable fire codes and regulations; provides technical guidance to contractors, architects, engineers, developers, business owners, and the public.
• Conducts or directs inspections of a difficult or complex nature, and issues notices for attendant violations of codes, and authorizes enforcement actions as appropriate.
• Directs fire origin and cause investigations and coordinates investigative activities with law enforcement and other agencies when necessary.
• Plans, assigns and reviews inspection and investigative work done by subordinate personnel.
• Supervises and participates in the handling of code violation complaints.
• Maintains records and prepares reports, correspondence, and other administrative documents.
• Performs related work as required.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
• At least 10 years of experience in firefighting and fire prevention inspection work within the New Haven Fire Department; and
• Candidate must have:
o A minimum of three (3) months of experience in the appointed rank of Deputy Chief, Battalion Chief, or Captain within the New Haven Fire Department, or
o Be currently appointed to the rank and title of Deputy Fire Marshal, Supervisor of Fire Investigation, Public Assembly Inspector, or Life Safety Compliance Officer, and have held that appointment for a minimum of three (3) months, or
o The required years of service (10 years within the NHFD), and a minimum of three (3) consecutive months serving in an acting capacity as Deputy Fire Marshal, Supervisor of Fire Investigation, Public Assembly Inspector, or Life Safety Compliance Officer.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of fire suppression, fire prevention, fire investigation, inspection principles, practices, and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances governing fire prevention and life safety.
• Ability to interpret and enforce fire and life safety codes consistently and effectively.
• Ability to supervise and direct fire prevention inspection and fire investigation functions; Ability to plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information to diverse audiences, including employees, community members, and other stakeholders. Ability to present information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for maintaining records and creating items such as documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Competency in using email clients (e.g., Outlook, Gmail), calendar applications, and collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom) for scheduling, managing correspondence, and participating in remote meetings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with Department personnel, city employees, contractors, business owners, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with a wide variety of stakeholders, city officials, city department and agency heads, and the general public.
• Must possess strong organizational skills to effectively prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to remain current on developments, trends, technologies, and best practices in fire prevention and investigation, and public engagement, and to incorporate those practices into assigned responsibilities.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession and maintenance of all certifications required by the Connecticut State Fire Marshal's Office to perform the duties of the position. Candidates must possess the required certification(s) at the time of application and throughout employment. Applicants MUST attach a pdf copy of their required certification(s) to their application submission, or their application will be incomplete.
• Must possess a valid Connecticut driver's license at time of application and must maintain said license throughout duration of employment. Local and intra-city travel will be required.
• Required to be available 24/7 and on-call, with a commitment to working extended hours when necessary.

SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 825, International Association of Firefighters, AFL-CIO.
Selection Plan
To participate in this promotional exam process, you mustapply via this JobAps announcement by the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. There are NO exceptions.
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process.Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.
Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.
ADA Accommodation
If you will require an ADA accommodation for this examination process, you must submit a request online via THIS LINK
(https://www.newhavenct.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3140/637745772485830000).
Follow all instructions on the ADA Accommodation Request Form. In the Job Title field, indicate that you are a candidate for Fire Marshal. The deadline to submit an ADA Accommodation Request for this examination process is the closing date of the job.
Conclusion
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