What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT DEPUTY STATE FIRE MARSHAL - Education and Enforcement position at State of Washington?
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 Agency:
The WSP actively supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion in the workplace, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The WSP strives to create and foster an inclusive culture inspiring everyone to be their authentic selves, speak openly, and be courageous. The WSP continues to focus on equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices and policies through innovative recruitment and retention solutions. Partnering with our communities helps the WSP provide the best in public safety services now and into the future.Responsibilities:
Gather facts and develop evidence for the purpose of substantiating allegations of non-compliance with applicable RCWs and WACs in order to prove or disprove allegations. Research and obtain records and documentation pertinent to the investigation.
Analyze, focus, resolve, and report on relevant investigation issues employing established investigative methods and procedures.
Complete investigation reports and associated documentation in accordance with established procedures and identified timelines. Submit investigation files to the assigned supervisor in a timely manner.
Draft penalty letters and administrative warnings utilizing established templates, ensuring compliance with agency practices. Ensure case files are complete, providing all necessary documentation for review by the assigned AAG.
Serve as the point of contact for the Cigarette Ignition Propensity program and its requirements. Assist the public, AHJs, other state agencies, and industry with questions related to the FSC program.
Describe and explain licensing, certification and registration eligibility requirements for all programs. Independently resolve customer issues within established agency policy and program guidelines, making recommendations to supervisor when appropriate.
Educate the public on the effectiveness of residential fire sprinklers and smoke alarms, fire safe cigarette initiatives, and restrictions on the sales of novelty lighters and other statewide fire prevention and safety initiatives.
Establish and maintain investigation filing system, investigation tracking, and violation notifications using spreadsheet and/or database software.
Perform routine checks of the data to ensure data integrity, and status of monetary penalties or other information. Design report formats and maintain up-to-date reports that are utilized to provide status reports as needed.
Assist NFIRS Coordinator with customer emails, data imports/exports, and running reports.
- Must have a valid driver's license- Requires travel for training and/or investigation activities outside of the primary office location.
- Knowledge of fire and building codes, fire prevention and/or police investigative procedures and techniques, certification and program administration requirements.
- Demonstrate aptitude and ability to learn and apply statutes and rules, state adopted fire/building codes, nationally recognized fire protection and fire prevention standards, standard building construction methods and materials.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with public, industry representatives, and government officials in performing duties.
Conditions of Employment:
- Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
- Must successfully obtain IFSAC or Pro Board accredited Instructor I and Fire and Life Safety Educator I certifications within 1 year of employment.
- You must submit a current cover letter when you apply.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- Infants at Work Program based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
- 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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WSP Policy 1.04.020 - WSP does not engage in, or assist with, civil immigration enforcement, therefore; In no stage of the hiring process will the immigration status of family members of the candidate be investigated by the Washington State Patrol.
Questions?
Please contact Monica Simpson at monica.simpson@wsp.wa.gov .
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Salary : $50,328 - $67,716
