Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
FIRE MARSHAL (posted April 9, 2024)
Towamencin Township is seeking a full-time Fire Marshal. This position will be responsible for enforcing all laws, ordinances, codes and regulations related to fire prevention, investigation, and administration. The Fire Marshal will perform residential and commercial inspections, in accordance with nationally adopted Fire Prevention Code and Local Ordinances. Will serve as the Chief Fire Investigator, documenting all fires of a serious nature and keep records of all fires and investigations. The position will review land development and new construction plans related to fire prevention and protection, and conduct regulatory compliance inspections pertaining to change of occupancy and life safety codes. Extensive knowledge of Pennsylvania Building Codes, NFPA Standards, and Township Ordinances is expected. Firefighting experience is preferred and strongly encouraged. This position reports to the Director of Planning, Zoning and Code Enforcement.
An Associate’s degree in Fire Science or related field, or at least 10 years in a fire service command position is required. Minimum five (5) years fire service experience including fire investigation, code enforcement, fire prevention and firefighting. Fire prevention/inspection training from accredited fire training facilities. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license Class-C. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programs, fire service-related records management and computer aided design or drawing software programs. Position includes excellent benefits with a salary range of $83,000 to $88,000, commensurate with qualifications; work schedule 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, at times, work hours will occur outside typical schedule. Full job description is available below. Please send cover letter and resume to HR@towamencin.org or mail to Towamencin Township, Attn: Colleen Ehrle, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446. Submissions will be accepted until May 3, 2024 E.O.E.
Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, PA is a beautiful suburban and rural community conveniently located in central Montgomery County. Towamencin Township is recognized as a progressive local government in the region. We offer career opportunities in fields such as Planning, Building, Code Enforcement, Finance, Administration, Public Safety, Public Works and Recreation.
In addition, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental coverage, life insurance, a retirement program, vacation, sick leave and paid holidays. Towamencin Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Towamencin Township accepts resumes or applications for currently advertised openings only. The Township does not accept unsolicited resumes. You may submit a resume or application either by mail, email, fax or in person:
Towamencin Township
1090 Troxel Rd
Lansdale, PA 19446
info@towamencin.org
Fax: (215) 368-7650
- Employment applications are available from our receptionist at 1090 Troxel Road from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
- Submit a separate resume or application for each position for which you apply, including job title and close date on each submittal.
- Depending on the position, candidates may be required to take job-related skill, physical or medical assessments as part of the selection process.
- All submittals must be received by 4:30 p.m. on the ad close date to be eligible for consideration.
- Contact (215) 368-7602 for additional information regarding our process.
Volunteering
Towamencin Township has many volunteer organizations that are integral to the effective operation of the Township.
These organizations include:
- Zoning Hearing Board
- Planning Commission
- Environmental Advisory Council
- Agricultural Security Area Advisory Committee
- Economic Development Committee
- Emergency Operations Committee
- Open Space and Parks Advisory Committee
- Special Events Advisory Committee
- Strategic Planning Committee
- Technology Assessment and Innovation Committee
- Towamencin Authority
- Towamencin Municipal Authority
- Traffic Impact Fee Advisory Committee
- UCC (Uniform Construction Code) Board of Appeals
- Veterans Memorial Committee
In accordance with Act 45 of the Pennsylvania Labor and Industry Law, the Township is establishing a five person Appeals Board to administer and enforce the Uniform Construction Code (UCC).
The Board members must be persons "who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction...".
If you are interested, please submit a letter detailing your interest in volunteering to:
Township Manager
Towamencin Township
1090 Troxel Rd
Lansdale, PA 19446