Deputy Fire Marshal

American Fork City • American Fork, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Deputy Fire Marshal supports code compliance and investigative readiness by strengthening fire prevention efforts across American Fork. This mid-level, onsite role helps protect life and property through permitting, plan review support, public-facing guidance, and investigative assistance. Key responsibilities include assisting with operational permits; supporting building/site/fire protection plan reviews; answering fire prevention inquiries; coordinating community education with suppression staff; drafting reports and presentations; assisting the Fire Marshal with fire investigations and prevention coordination; serving as deputy fire code official; and acting as Fire Marshal when assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in fire science (or related) plus five years progressively responsible fire inspection/firefighting experience, or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes/ordinances, fire investigation practices, hazards, EMS/first aid, and training methods
• Ability to analyze evidence, write clear reports, communicate effectively, and perform safely in hazardous/physically demanding conditions
• Utah driver’s license
• IFSTA Fire Inspector I
• IFSTA Firefighter I/II
• ICC Fire Inspector I (1 year)
• ICC Fire Inspector II (2 years)
• ICC Fire Inspector III (3 years)

Nice To Haves

• IFSAC/Pro Board-certified firefighter 2 and Utah State certified or National Registry EMT Advanced
• ICC Fire Plans Examiner

Responsibilities

• Assisting with operational permits
• Supporting building/site/fire protection plan reviews
• Answering fire prevention inquiries
• Coordinating community education with suppression staff
• Drafting reports and presentations
• Assisting the Fire Marshal with fire investigations and prevention coordination
• Serving as deputy fire code official
• Acting as Fire Marshal when assigned

Benefits

• Medical ($0 plan!)
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• American Fork Fitness Center pass

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree