Salary : $71,148.00 - $95,652.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2073_DSFM_FPD_031925
Department: Washington State Patrol
Division: Fire Protection Division
Opening Date: 03/19/2025
Closing Date: 3/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
DescriptionAbout the Division:The
Fire Prevention Division is active in providing a variety of Fire Protection services including , on licensed care facilities,of schools, , analysis,, and the licensing and certification of the , , and 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 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.
DutiesThe 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.
The Deputy State Fire Marshal in this position is responsible to:
- Enforce the Fire Sprinkler Law, Fireworks Law, Cigarette Ignition Propensity Law and associated WACs.
- Conduct routine, complex, and difficult investigations which may be characterized by: multiple issues, claimants, and respondents, multi-jurisdictional investigations, patterns of practice or ongoing pattern of alleged violations, or other investigations of similar scope and level of responsibility.
- Interview and question witnesses to establish facts, gather evidence, and prepare detailed and comprehensive reports.
- Review and evaluate the investigative effort to improve methods and techniques so that quality and quantity of work completed is increased and improved.
- Interpret and apply relevant statutes, rules, and codes.
- Develop and conduct ongoing training for internal staff, provides technical guidance to other investigators.
- Complete inspections of fire sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes and recalls that have been established due to dysfunctional parts and components.
- Serving as a technical expert in the Fire Sprinkler Law, Fireworks Law, Cigarette Ignition Propensity Law programs.
- Act as a licensing specialist with independent approval of license applications. Assist both industries through the process to obtain the proper license or certification.
- Assist local jurisdictions in understanding the applicable fire sprinkler and fireworks laws.
- Coordinate with program staff on 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.
- Participate 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.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Possess a valid non-probationary, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License.
- Knowledge and ability to interpret and apply statutes and rules, state adopted fire/building codes, nationally recognized fire protection fire prevention standards, standard building construction methods and materials.
- Knowledge of methods, principles, standards and techniques of administrative investigations, techniques in investigative report writing, auditing and recordkeeping techniques.
- Knowledge and/or experience with the Fire Sprinkler Contractor, Fireworks, and Cigarette Ignition Propensity laws and associate WACs
- Must have strong knowledge and command of Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Conditions of Employment:- Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation.
- Successfully pass and obtain ICC Fire Inspection I and ICC Fire Inspection II within 6 months of employment.
- Successfully pass the in-house driver's training program within 8 months of employment.
- Successfully pass and obtain IFSAC Public Educator I and IFSAC Instructor I within 1 year of employment.
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
Supplemental InformationThis recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. For more information regarding how to apply for this position, please
click here.
Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please
click here to determine your eligibility.
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?
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Check us out on: | | | | | More than Just a Paycheck!Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance BenefitsEmployees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred CompensationState Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social SecurityAll state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan ForgivenessIf you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for
exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military LeaveWashington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional LeaveLeave Sharing
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022
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No additional point value is given for questions 1-3. Have you ever worked for the Washington State Patrol (WSP)?
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If you answered "yes" to question #1, what month/year were you last employed with WSP?
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If you answered "yes" to question #1, what district/division were you assigned to prior to separation from WSP?
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+WSP-PBE01 - The Washington State Patrol has strict hiring standards for all employees within our agency. Carefully review questions 5 - 23 and respond honestly. If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to respond to these questions during a polygraph test. UNTRUTHFUL RESPONSES WILL RESULT IN YOUR PERMANENT DISQUALIFICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH OUR AGENCY. "POSSESSION" is defined as having actual physical control of any illegal (non-prescribed) drug for personal use with the intent to commit a crime. "USE" is defined as trying, testing, or experimenting - which includes but is not limited to - tasting, smoking, injecting, absorbing, sniffing, or inhaling. Do you understand the importance of answering these questions honestly AND that untruthful responses will permanently disqualify you from employment with our agency?
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+WSP-PBE02 - For the questions related to past drug use, definitions of illegal Schedule 1-5 drugs are listed here for your reference: Schedule I (RCW 69.50.204) - Examples could include: Codeine, Heroin, Morphine, Ecstasy, LSD, Peyote, GHB, Methaqualone, Cannabis, etc.Schedule II (RCW 69.50.206) - Examples could include: Opium, Cocaine, Codeine, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone, Methadone, Methamphetamine, Amphetamine, Depressants, Hallucinogenic substances, etc. Schedule III (RCW 69.50.208) - Examples could include: Stimulants, Depressants, Hallucinogens, Ketamine, Anabolic steroids, Hallucinogenic substances, etc. Schedule IV (RCW 69.50.210) - Examples could include: Barbital, Diazepam, Fludiazepam, Halazepam, Lorazepam, Phenobarbital, etc. Schedule V (RCW 69.50.212). Have you possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except for Cannabis) over five (5) times combined within the last 10 years? This also applies to synthetic versions of these drugs.
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+WSP-PBE03 - Have you possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except for Cannabis) in the last three (3) years? This also applies to synthetic versions of these drugs.
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+WSP-PBE05 - Have you been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the last 10 years?
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+WSP-PBE06 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor involving DUI more than once?
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+WSP-PBE07 - Have you ever injected any non-prescribed illegal drugs?
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+WSP-PBE08 - Have you ever knowingly trafficked, sold, offered to sell, or transported for sale any illegal drugs after age 13?
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+WSP-PBE09 - Have you ever possessed or used any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs (except Cannabis) after submitting any law enforcement application?
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+WSP-PBE10 - Have you ever possessed or used Heroin or its derivatives?
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+WSP-PBE11 - Have you ever used or illegally possessed any non-prescribed Schedule 1-5 drugs while employed by a law enforcement agency (this includes military law enforcement)?
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+WSP-PBE12 - For the following questions, the term "conviction" refers to any disposition adverse to you. A decision not to prosecute, a dismissal, or acquittal will not be considered a conviction for the purpose of these questions; however, a dismissal received after a period of probation, suspension, or deferral of prosecution or sentence will be considered a conviction for the purposes of these questions. Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
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+WSP-PBE13 - Have you intentionally inhaled (huffed) any aerosol or substance (nitrous oxide, whippets, paint, glue, DXM, etc.) in the last three (3) years?
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+WSP-PBE14 - Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor involving the use or possession of firearms in the commission of a crime, crimes of violence (i.e., domestic violence, assault, sex crimes, etc.), or controlled substances?
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+WSP-PBE15 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor in the last three (3) years?
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+WSP-PBE16 - Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor (other than those listed in PBE14) OVER the age of 21?
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+WSP-PBE17 - Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor UNDER the age of 21?
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+WSP-PBE18 - Have you been convicted of more than two (2) major moving violations (Reckless Driving, Negligent Driving 2nd Degree, etc.) in the last five years?
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+WSP-PBE19 - Have you ever been convicted of a crime or had a charge reduced or dismissed for any reason?
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+WSP-PBE20 - If you answered Yes to one or more questions listed in #5 through #22, you MUST provide detailed information (including dates) for each situation. NOT PROVIDING AN EXPLANATION FOR EACH YES ANSWER WILL DISQUALIFY YOU FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. If you marked No to each of these questions please type -Does not apply-.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Will you now or in the future require 'sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?For purposes of this question "sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit" means "an H-IB visa petition, an 0-1 visa petition, an E-3 visa petition, TN status and 'job flexibility benefits' (also known as 1-140 portability or Adjustment of Status portability) for long-delayed adjustment of status applications that have been pending for 180 days or longer." (please contact us at the email address on the bottom of this job posting if you are uncertain whether you may need immigration sponsorship or desire clarification.)
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Do you possess a valid, unrestricted Washington state drivers license or are you able to obtain one within 30 days of employment?
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Some College but no degree.
- Associates Degree.
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher.
- None of the above.
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Do you have college -level training in fire protection, police science, law enforcement, or similar field?
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Do you have four years of paid or volunteer experience as a fire or police officer, code enforcement officer, or insurance industry inspector?
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Do you have knowledge and or experience with the Fire Sprinkler Contractor Law, Sprinkler Fitter Law, and WACs.
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Do you have knowledge and/or experience with the Firework Laws?
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Please explain your knowledge and ability to interpret and apply statutes and rules, state adopted fire/building codes, nationally recognized fire protection and fire prevention standards, standard building construction methods and materials.
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Choose all certifications that you have below.If you do not have any of the certifications, please select N/A
- IFSAC Certification
- ICC Fire Inspection I
- ICC Fire Inspection II
- IFSAC Public Educator I
- IFSAC Instructor I
- ICS 100
- ICS 200
- ICS 300
- ICS 400
- Basic Investigator
- Advance Investigator
- Introduction to Fire Sprinkler Systems
- Haz Mat Awareness
- N/A
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This position is expected to be available for the duration of the traditional fire season (late June to early October) in standby status. Mobilization response may require shifts in excess of 8 hours and outside of normal business hours. This position requires some travel, both in-state and out-of-state. This position may require extensive overnight in-state travel during the fire season. Some of this travel may be in excess of 10 consecutive days. Do you agree to these conditions?
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How many years experience in providing presentations and facilitation of large groups?
- N/A
- I have less than 1 year experience
- I have 1 year experience
- I have 2 years experience
- I have 3 years experience
- I have 4 years experience
- I have 5 years experience
- I have 6 or more years experience
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Please explain your experience with initiating formal disciplinary actions to include preparing statement of charges, cease and desist notices, and compiling evidentiary documents.If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
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How many years experience do you have writing investigative reports, establishing proof of facts and evidence sufficient to be used in an administrative hearing?
- I do not have this experience
- I have AT LEAST 1-2 years experience
- I have between 2-3 years experience
- I have between 3-4 years experience
- I have between 4-5 years experience
- I have 5 or more years experience
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Which of the following best describes your experience working with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel?
- I have LESS THAN 24 months of this type of experience.
- I have AT LEAST 2 years of this type of experience.
- I have at least 3 years of this type of experience.
- I have at least 4 years of this type of experience.
- I have 5 or more years of this type of experience.
- I do not have this type of experience.
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As part of the pre-employment process, are you willing and able to undergo an extensive background investigation? This would include a polygraph examination, credit check, criminal records check, and fingerprinting.
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In order to be considered for this position, you must have included a current cover letter explaining how you meet the qualifications for this position.Did you include your current cover letter?
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Where did you hear about this job?
- WSP Recruiter/Hiring Event
- Family/Friend works for WSP
- WSP Website
- Direct Text Message with a Recruiter Through Interview Now
- Military/Veteran Event
- Miramar
- Social Media
- Airport Marketing
- Indeed
- Handshake
- Email Broadcast
- Careers.Wa.Gov
- Other
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