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DEPUTY STATE FIRE MARSHAL 1
State of WashingtonThurston County – OtherRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Aug 2026
💰 $78,504/yr($58,392/yr – $78,504/yr)
About the role
Posting number: 1858_DSFM1_FPD_080626
Department: Washington State Patrol
Division: Fire Prevention Division
Job classification: DEPUTY STATE FIRE MARSHAL 1
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Building & Safety, Code Enforcement, Law Enforcement, Miscellaneous, Fire & EMS, Safety, Training, Records Management, Audit
Summary
Interviews are anticipated September 24, 2026.
About the Position:Interviews are anticipated September 24, 2026.
The Assistant Deputy State Fire Marshal in this position assists in the performance of statewide fire and life safety program duties by providing professional level work in administration of the Fire Sprinkler, Fireworks, and Fire Safe Cigarette programs.
As a compliance program specialist, this position is responsible for:
- Assisting with enforcement of the Fire Sprinkler Law, Fireworks Law, Cigarette Ignition Propensity Law and associated WACs.
- Conducting routine civil or administrative investigations characterized by: established precedent and procedures, little controversy, single issues, or other investigations of similar scope.
- Providing technical assistance and consultation during the complaint intake process.
- Inspecting and reviewing state, county, municipal, business, and private records.
- Interpreting and applying relevant statutes, rules, and codes.
- Maintain compliance-specific data tracking systems.
- Serving as a technical expert in the Fire Sprinkler Law, Fireworks Law, Cigarette Ignition Propensity Law programs.
- Processing applications and fees for licensing and certification issuance.
- Assist local jurisdictions in understanding the applicable statute, rule, or code.
- Recommending necessary improvements to the data collection system.
- Assisting supervisor and other program staff with managing, developing, and implementing fire-related course curriculum, including curriculum development and updates, and course instruction as needed.
- Coordination and scheduling of presentations, training, and other events, and professional level work supporting those events.
- Participates in developing and presenting fire safety programs to interested groups, including the residential fire sprinkler demonstration trailer, fireworks training, and other fire and life safety initiatives.
This position reports to the Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Education, Enforcement, and Analytics Section.
About the Division:The Fire Prevention Division is active in providing 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 to both public and private sectors. These sections provide planning, training, and technical assistance for firefighters and emergency responders who are mobilized for statewide emergencies such as hazardous materials, earthquakes, nuclear facilities, as well as other high-risk situations.
About the Agency:
The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
Examples of duties
Our new teammate will be able to:- Conduct routine audits and/or investigations of the fire sprinkler, fireworks, and fire safe cigarette industries for compliance with applicable RCWs and WACs.
- Serve as a technical expert in the Fire Sprinkler Law, Fireworks Law, Cigarette Ignition Propensity Law programs.
- Assist in the development and presentation of fire safety and prevention programs to reduce
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