Deputy State Fire Marshal 2
About The Position
As a Deputy State Fire Marshal 2 – Inspector, this position is responsible for completing fire and life safety inspections of state-licensed facilities, including nursing homes, hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, assisted living facilities, group homes, residential treatment facilities, enhanced services facilities, childcare facilities, and schools. The role involves providing training, education, and information when required, and conducting acceptance inspections in support of the plan review program. This position reports to a Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal in the Fire Prevention Division. The Fire Prevention Division provides a variety of Fire Protection services including all-risk mobilization, fire inspections on licensed care facilities, plan review of schools, data collection, analysis, hazardous materials training, and the licensing and certification of the fire sprinkler, fireworks, and cigarette industries. These sections provide planning, training, and technical assistance for firefighters and emergency responders who are mobilized for statewide emergencies. This position supports the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) by assessing licensed care facilities' fire and life safety systems following a major disaster.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Two years of experience as a fire prevention officer, code enforcement officer: or insurance industry inspector.
- High School Diploma and WA State Divers License.
- Successfully complete pre-employment polygraph/background check with the WSP.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze information and communicate decisions and recommendations related to fire and life safety requirements: organization and time management skills; knowledge and ability to apply state construction methods and materials.
Nice To Haves
- Experience conducting fire and life safety inspections
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Excellent communicator
- Excellent customer service
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Ability to make decision based on the level of responsibility assigned to the position
- Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs
Responsibilities
- Perform fire and life safety inspections of residential and health care facilities, childcare, and group homes to ensure compliance with state and/or federal laws and codes.
- Perform construction inspections to ensure compliance with applicable fire and building codes in support of the Bureau plan review program.
- Assists in the development and presentation of fire safety and prevention programs to reduce fires within the state.
- Develop a working partnership with jurisdiction within the assigned geographic area for the duties assigned.
Benefits
- 5% premium pay for positions located in King County
- Infants at Work Program
- Continuous growth and development opportunities
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
