Senior Deputy Fire Marshal

About the role

The North Dakota State Fire Marshal's Office is committed to protecting lives, property, and communities through fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, public education, and partnerships with local fire departments and public safety agencies across the state. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Deputy Fire Marshal to provide leadership for Deputy Fire Marshals serving western and south-central North Dakota while overseeing several statewide fire prevention programs.

Responsibilities

As our Senior Deputy Fire Marshal, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Leadership & Supervision: Provide direct supervision, leadership, and mentorship to Deputy Fire Marshals assigned to the southern districts.
• Fire Investigation: Lead and assist with complex fire and explosion origin and cause investigations.
• Fire Prevention & Code Enforcement: Conduct fire prevention inspections as required by North Dakota Century Code and at the request of local jurisdictions.
• Statewide Program Management: Provide leadership and oversight for statewide fire prevention programs.
• Administrative Leadership: Assist with development of office policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Requirements

Applicants Must Meet One Of The Following:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field, and experience related to fire prevention, fire investigation, or code enforcement.
• Associate Degree In a Related Field And: Four years of fire service experience; or Four years of experience in fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, or a closely related field.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. In addition, applicants should possess demonstrated leadership experience through supervision, project leadership, officer responsibilities within the fire service, or comparable experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Fire Investigator (ProBoard, IFSAC,IAAI-CFI or NAFI-CFEI)
• NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector II or III (Proboard/IFSAC)
• ICC Fire Inspector certification
• Community Risk Reduction (CRR) experience
• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience managing statewide programs or regulatory initiatives
• Experience working with local, state, and federal public safety partners
• Knowledge of North Dakota fire codes and state government operations

Benefits

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.