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Deputy State Fire Marshal: Washington State Patrol

Job IDDSFM #1558 FTA
Company NameWashington State Patrol
Job CategoryProfessional Services; Law Enforcement/Security
LocationNorth Bend, WA
Position TypeFull-Time, Employee
Salary$50,568 to $66,420 per year
Experience2-5 Years Experience
Desired Education LevelHigh School
Travel AmountUp to 25%
Date PostedNovember 6, 2009
View Washington State Patrol profile and job listings

Deputy State Fire Marshal

Fire Training Academy
North Bend, WA
$4,214 - $5,535 per month (Range 59)

Working Time:

Full-Time

Appointment Type:

Permanent

Opens:

11/03/2009

Closes:

12/04/2009

As a Deputy State Fire Marshal for the Fire Training Academy this position is responsible for providing classroom and practical firefighter training in accordance with established lesson plans, ensuring all current safety and training standards are adhered to. The position develops and teaches curriculum to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Washington State Safety industry standards.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develops and conducts training in accordance with lesson plans, assuring all current applicable standards have been met while conducting live fire training and classroom presentations.
  • Develops and implements course curriculum changes to stay current with industry standards ensuring instruction is consistent with technologies.
  • Oversees International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) testing pertaining to courses position manages.
  • Plans, organizes, conducts and evaluates firefighting classes or courses taught at the Fire Training Academy.
  • Plans, coordinates, and conducts repairs or preventative maintenance to training props.

Required Qualifications

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have a valid Washington State Driver's license.
  • Must have three years paid career fire service experience or five years volunteer fire service experience.
  • Must be able to communicate both verbally and in written format.
  • Must have good organization and time management skills.
  • Must be able to create lesson plans with clear learning objectives and deliver training from the established lesson plan.
  • Must be able to conduct live, situational, practical firefighting training.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
  • Can demonstrate knowledge of Live Fire Training and Safety Standards.
  • Ability to work with contract instructors to ensure compliance with agency policies and regulations.
  • Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) standards in order to ensure program compliance.

Desired Qualifications

  • International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Instructor I and II or recognized National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 equivalent.

Special Requirements

  • International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Instructor I and II or recognized NFPA 1041 equivalent must be obtained within one year of employment.
  • Must be able to wear personnel protective clothing and self contained breathing apparatus for extended periods of time.
  • First Aid/ CPR certification must be obtained within one year.
  • Must successfully obtain International Code Council (ICC) certification within one year of employment.
  • Within one year of employment obtain Safety Officer Certification.
  • Within six months of employment receive IFSAC Test Control Officer, Senior Evaluator, Written and Practical Examination Certification.

Compensation

$4,214 - $5,535 per month (Range 59), depending on qualifications and experience. Outstanding benefits including health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; 12 – 22 days of vacation per year; eleven paid holidays; twelve days of paid sick leave per year; dependent care assistance program; employee assistance program; deferred compensation plans; state retirement plans; Commute Trip Reduction Incentives; training; and credit union membership.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, you must apply through Department of Personnel’s website at www.careers.wa.gov (reference code *NB00019503*).

Please include a resume and letter of interest explaining how you meet the qualifications for this position as outlined above. Provide clear, detailed information about your education and job-related experience. Attach your resume and letter of interest, in Word or PDF format, in the "Attachments" tab of your online application.

Polygraph and Background Investigation

A background investigation, including a polygraph exam, is required due to the nature and security requirements of the position. Applicants will be required to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The background investigation is part of the pre-employment selection process and is not a commitment to employment.

Education verification is part of the background investigation. If you are selected for the background investigation portion of the hiring process you will be required to submit official high school and college transcripts, indicating the education level earned, to the WSP Human Resource Division. Please do not send transcripts at the time of application. If you are selected to continue on to the polygraph and background portion you will be asked to provide transcripts at that time.

Union Notice

This position is in a collective bargaining unit and as a condition of employment you will be required to become a union member or pay a fee as outlined in the Master Agreement.

Other Information

If you have questions regarding this announcement, please contact Darlonna Vaughan at (360) 704-2313 or darlonna.vaughan@wsp.wa.gov.

Persons with a disability, who need assistance in the application or assessment process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 704-2317. Applicants that are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service 7-1-1 or TDD# (360) 586-0660.

The Washington State Patrol actively supports diversity in the workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




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