Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist)

Join CAL FIRE; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

CAL FIRE is seeking a Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist) to perform difficult field enforcement work, review plans for building safety, and supervise field personnel. The role includes conducting trainings, giving talks, and coordinating with public agencies on fire prevention matters.

The position involves reviewing regulations, attending meetings, and enforcing state fire safety laws across various facilities. Salary is listed monthly, with a deadline of 11/24/2026.

Qualifications

• Difficult specialized field enforcement work involving fire safety in buildings and facilities.
• Reviews plans and specifications for fire safety systems and code compliance.
• Supervises field personnel, conducts trainings, and evaluates performance.

Responsibilities

• Enforces laws and regulations of the State Fire Marshal; trains and supervises inspectors.
• Reviews plans/specifications for small-capacity occupancies and fire alarm/sprinkler systems.
• Attends meetings to present fire prevention material and conducts outreach.

Skills

Field enforcement work

Plan reviews

Training supervision

Fire prevention talks

Interagency cooperation

Inspecting and enforcing regulations

Job description

Examination: Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist)

Working title Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist)

Monthly salary $8,773.00 - $11,882.00 (A) per Month | $8,773.00 - $11,882.00 (L) per Month

Exam # 5456

Deadline 11/24/2026

Position Description

00109013 - DEPUTY STATE FIRE MARSHAL III (SPECIALIST)

A Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist) does difficult specialized field enforcement work; consults with local fire officials, architects, engineers, and contractors on problems of fire and panic safety in the design, construction, and operation of buildings and facilities subject to regulation by the State Fire Marshal; cooperates with other public agencies on mutual problems relating to fire safety; reviews reports and recommendations of field inspectors and prepares letters of instruction and recommendation to owners; conducts informal hearings and prepares cases for court, as required; administers the application, within a district, of all laws and regulations of the State Fire Marshal; conducts training meetings for field personnel; maintains records of inspections made; supervises field personnel in following up enforcement of laws and regulations of the Office of State Fire Marshal; trains new field personnel on inspection work and enforcement and evaluates their performance; makes special field inspections with personnel in unusual or controversial problems.

Administers laws and regulations governing the flame-retardant treatment of tents and flammable decorative materials, the manufacture and sale of dangerously flammable articles of wearing apparel, and the sale and discharge of fireworks.

Reviews plans and specification for small-capacity occupancies, heat-activated fire alarm and sprinkler systems, and revisions to existing buildings for compliance with panic and fire safety laws and regulations; may devote full time to reviewing plans and specifications for all types of buildings subject to regulation by the State Fire Marshal; advises the Office of the State Architect and other State agencies concerning the application of fire prevention laws and regulations in the design and construction of State buildings.

Attends day or evening meetings of associations, service clubs, and similar groups to give fire prevention talks and to present fire prevention material.

SPECIAL PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Tact and keenness of observation.

FELONY DISQUALIFICATION

Existing law provides that persons convicted of a felony are disqualified from employment as peace officers. Such persons are not eligible to compete for, or be appointed to, positions in this class.