Lead Statewide Fire & Life Safety Deputy

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Public safety mission impact

Travel within Alaska

Job summary

State of Alaska is seeking a Deputy Fire Marshal 3 in Anchorage to lead statewide fire and life safety enforcement, mentor deputies, and respond to major incidents. The role calls for collaboration with fire departments, law enforcement, federal agencies, engineers, and community members to safeguard lives and property.

The position supports statewide operations from the Anchorage office, with travel across Alaska as needed.

Qualifications

• One year of experience conducting fire and life safety inspections and fire investigations, or equivalent experience as Deputy Fire Marshal 2 with the State of Alaska.

Responsibilities

• Lead a statewide program protecting Alaskans by fire and life safety enforcement.
• Guide, develop, and mentor Deputy Fire Marshals; shape enforcement statewide.
• Respond to high-impact fire investigations including major incidents and fatalities.
• Collaborate daily with fire departments, law enforcement, federal agencies, engineers, and community members.
• Make decisions with meaningful, immediate outcomes for safety and program direction.

Skills

Supervision

Technical Expertise

Decision Making

Oral and Written Communication

Program and Process Management

Job description

State of Alaska is seeking a Deputy Fire Marshal 3 in Anchorage to lead statewide fire and life safety enforcement, mentor deputies, and respond to major incidents. The role calls for collaboration with fire departments, law enforcement, federal agencies, engineers, and community members to safeguard lives and property.

The position supports statewide operations from the Anchorage office, with travel across Alaska as needed.