State Fire Marshal Deputy 1/2/SR

State of Louisiana; Louisiana (MO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana seeks a State Fire Marshal Deputy to conduct inspections of buildings for fire safety compliance and provide expert guidance to officials and the public. You may participate in investigations, execute warrants, and testify in court.

The role includes emergency response, shelter evaluation, and working with stakeholders to promote safety. Travel within the district and possibly outside is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years in criminal justice, arson/fire investigations, or inspections; or related field.
• Associate degree + 1 year relevant experience or associate degree in related fields; or.
• Bachelor’s degree in any field.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to ensure fire safety compliance.
• Advise on corrective actions and provide technical guidance.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Conduct tests on fire and safety systems and run drills.
• Collaborate with owners, contractors, and authorities.
• Assist investigations and provide testimony as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and hazardous situations.

Skills

Criminal justice field

Arson/fire investigations

Inspections

Building codes enforcement

Engineering or architecture awareness

Education

Associate degree + 1 year experience

Associate degree in criminal justice / fire science / construction / architecture / engineering

Bachelor’s degree in any field

Job description

The mission of the Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal is to uphold the law and provide for the protection of life and property from the hazards of fire or explosion, to ensure the safety of our citizens in the constructed environment, to provide equal access to disabled individuals and to promote the efficient use of energy in commercial buildings.

As a State Fire Marshal Deputy, you will conduct inspections of buildings and facilities to ensure compliance with fire safety laws, advise on corrective actions, and provide technical expertise to officials and the public. Deputies may participate in investigations, execute search and arrest warrants, and provide testimony in court. The role also involves responding to emergencies and disasters, evaluating shelters, and working with building owners, contractors, and other stakeholders to promote safety. This position may require carrying firearms and participating in training and response efforts for fire, rescue, hazardous materials, and other emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a criminal justice field, arson/criminal/fire investigations or inspections, a fire service field, building codes enforcement, a building construction field, architecture, occupational safety, or an engineering field; OR
• An associate’s degree in any field plus one year of experience in a criminal justice field, arson/criminal/fire investigations or inspections, a fire service field, building codes enforcement, a building construction field, architecture, occupational safety, or an engineering field; OR
• An associate’s degree in a criminal justice field, a fire science field, a construction field, architecture, or an engineering field; OR
• A bachelor’s degree in any field.

NOTE: A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of appointment (hire) or promotion.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Observes and practices inspection techniques under close supervision and completes basic inspection reports.
• Researches codes and data files for compliance.
• May read and interpret construction plans and manufacturers' specifications.
• May test various fire and safety systems and conduct evacuation drills.
• May discuss corrective actions required for compliance with building owners, facility administrators, contractors, manufacturers, architects, etc.
• Attends schools and/or training programs to develop program area expertise and investigative abilities.
• Assists other law enforcement agencies in investigations and may provide testimony as necessary.
• Trains and responds to man-made or natural disasters or emergencies including, but not limited to: fire, weather, search and rescue, medical, and hazardous material events.
• Assists in evaluating and inspecting emergency shelters for occupancy.

Position-Specific Details

This job posting may be filled anywhere in the State of Louisiana. The domicile (NOTE: domicile in this case only refers to the physical location where you would report to work. It is NOT where you live.) will not be known until there is a vacancy. This position will require travel within the assigned district and occasionally to areas outside of the domicile, as requested by the Administration.

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position may be filled at any level within the career progression, depending on the selected applicant's experience.

Work Schedule:Varies

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The special entrance rate (SER)bi-weekly rates for each title are as follows:

• State Fire Marshal Deputy 1 $ 1,728.80/biweekly
• State Fire Marshal Deputy 2 $ 1,849.60/biweekly
• State Fire Marshal Senior Deputy $ 2,044.00/biweekly

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.