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Work History
Education
Professional Training
Committees, Memberships, and Projects
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Amy Nygren

Rocklin,CA

Summary

Skilled Deputy Fire Marshal with background in

fire safety regulations. Strengths include comprehensive knowledge of fire codes, building codes, and adeptness at educating public about fire prevention measures. Previous work impact includes successful implementation of community-wide fire safety programs and ensuring consistent adherence to local and state fire codes. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving the strategic goals of Metro Fire and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Fire Marshal

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
Mather, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Directs and supervises personnel involved in various plan review and code enforcement tasks.
  • Evaluates personnel allocations and implements staffing adjustments to align with organizational goals.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with community leaders, organizations, agencies, businesses, and other county departments.
  • Engages with the community in outreach activities and awareness programs.
  • Develops, reviews, and interprets codes, ordinances, policies, and procedures; participates in code development and fire code ordinance adoption.
  • Completes reviews of Alternate Means and Methods requests and/or appeals, and provides written notification to applicants.
  • Participates in the CRRD budget process. Developed and presented budget proposals addressing future personnel, equipment, and supply needs.
  • Consults with and provides technical opinions to the Fire Marshal and senior staff regarding program areas and challenges.
  • Participates in and contributes to management meetings and district committees to further the district's strategic goals.
  • Partnered with the Fire Marshal on the review, development, implementation, and outreach of the Community Risk Reduction Division fee ordinance.

Supervising Fire Inspector

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
Mather, CA
07.2014 - 08.2022
  • I led each of the three supervisory areas within CRRD.
  • Construction Supervisor: trained, assisted, and advised Fire Inspectors II and Plan Intake Specialists in plan review, fire inspections, and fire prevention practices and procedures.
  • Training Supervisor: Developed and implemented a training plan for probationary fire inspectors. Provided mentoring and guidance through the Fire Inspector I task book.
  • Code Enforcement Supervisor: Analyzed the workflow of the code enforcement inspectors, and developed a strategic plan for the completion of state-mandated inspections, target hazard inspections, and complaint follow-up.
  • Ensured district policies and procedures were followed, work was completed accurately and timely, and followed through with accountability when necessary.
  • Coordination of the Fire Company inspection program, including the development of a training plan for Fire Companies on new software, assigning inspections, and providing technical assistance.
  • Coordinated and managed the weed abatement and fireworks program.
  • Collaborated with other government agencies on compliance and enforcement of building and fire codes, local ordinances, and district standards.

Fire Inspector I/II

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
Mather
12.2001 - 07.2014
  • Reviewed and approved building construction plans, fire detection plans, civil plans, and fire extinguishing plans for compliance with fire and life safety codes.
  • Inspected commercial and industrial buildings, places of assembly, residential and licensed care facilities, schools, and multi-story buildings to determine and enforce compliance with local and state fire and life safety codes.
  • Inspected the operations, processes, devices, and equipment associated with fire protection systems and hydrant distribution systems.
  • Tested and accepted fixed detection and extinguishing systems.
  • Inspected, evaluated, and granted fire safety clearances for public assembly and state-licensed care facilities.
  • Evaluated concerns from the public and implemented solutions.
  • Wrote reports and issued Notices of Violation for code violations.
  • Assisted with the weed abatement program, and enforced laws and regulations pertaining to fireworks.
  • Provided guidance to property owners on how to correct any non-compliance issues identified during an inspection.
  • Visited sites for follow-up reviews to assess compliance with implemented corrective action plans in case of identified violations.

Education

Associate of Science - Fire Technology

Sierra College
Rocklin, CA
05-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communications

California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
05-1999

Professional Training

California State Fire Marshal 

  • Fire Prevention Officer Certification
  • Fire Prevention: 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3A, 3B
  • Fire Investigations: 1A, 1B and 1A, 1B and 1C of new series
  • Fire Management 1
  • Fire Marshal: 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, and 1E. State task book initiated.
  • Chief Officer 3A
  • Instructor 1
  • Statues and Regulations

American River College

  • Sacramento Regional Public Safety Training Center: PC 832 Arrest, Search, and Seizure
  • EMT Certified - Registry Number: E00111806 - Expiration 06/30/2025

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District

  • L-280 Followership to Leadership - April 2016
  • L-380 Fireline Leadership - February 2018
  • L-590 Leadership in Action - May 2019

Committees, Memberships, and Projects

  • CA OSFM Fireworks Advisory Committee member
  • Citrus Heights Water Customer Advisory Committee member
  • CA Fire Prevention Officers
  • Ca Fire Chief Association - Fire Marshal Section member
  • Sacramento County Fire Chiefs Association - Community Risk Reduction Section member
  • Metro Way - committee member
  • Project lead: Metro Fire Esprit De Corps/Member Surveys - Communications
  • Member: Metro Fire Professional & Cultural Excellence, Professional Staff
  • Member: Metro Fire - CORE (Collaborating On Related Endeavors)
  • 2022 CA Fire Code Ordinance - Sacramento County, City of Citrus Heights, and the City of Rancho Cordova
  • 2023 Community Risk Reduction Fee Ordinance

Timeline

Deputy Fire Marshal

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
08.2022 - Current

Supervising Fire Inspector

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
07.2014 - 08.2022

Fire Inspector I/II

Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District
12.2001 - 07.2014

Associate of Science - Fire Technology

Sierra College

Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communications

California State University, Sacramento

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