STATE FIRE MARSHAL DEPUTY 1/2/SR
State of Louisiana
Supplemental Information
- This job posting will be used to fill all vacant positions with the State Fire Marshal Deputy 1, 2, or Senior job title and may be filled anywhere in the State of Louisiana. The position could be filled as a probational appointment or job appointment. (NOTE: domicile in this case only refers to the physical location where you would report to work. It is NOT where you live). The domicile 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.Applications will be valid for only 90 days. Applicants must re-apply to be eligible for future vacancies beyond that 90-day period. However, applicants may re-apply every 30 days.As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a State Fire Marshal Deputy 1, State Fire Marshal Deputy 2, or State Fire Marshal Senior Deputy depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities page" for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualification requirements, and job concepts for each level. You may also click on each job title below to view the job specifications.
State Fire Marshal Deputy 1 - Hourly - Min $18.01 Max $36.44
Bi-weekly - Min $1,440.80 Max $2,915.20
Annually - Min $37,461.00 Max $75,795.00
State Fire Marshal Deputy 2 - Hourly – Min $19.27 Max $38.99
Bi-weekly – Min $1541.60 Max $3119.20Annually – Min $40,082.00 Max $81,099.00
State Fire Marshal Senior Deputy – Hourly – Min $22.06 Max $44.64
Bi-weekly – Min $1764.80 Max $3571.20
Annually – Min $45,885.00 Max $92,851.00A Civil Service test score is not required in order to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience sections of the application. Applications without the education and/or work experience sections completed will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted.If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact:Department of Public SafetyATTN: Human Resources/Samantha Johnson
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Fax: 225-925-3970
Samantha.Johnson@la.govApplicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcript at the time of application. The equivalency evaluation and transcript can be attached to the electronic application, mailed, or faxed to (225) 922-0528 or (225) 925-3970 and must be received by the closing date of this announcement.If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you have a disability and need a special accommodation.All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening and additional background check(s).
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.
The Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide Minimum Qualifications
- MINIMUM 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. Job Concepts
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FUNCTION OF WORK:
To learn codes, standards, laws, policies, and procedures relative to State Fire Marshal program areas and to become familiar with inspection and investigation practices.
LEVEL OF WORK:Entry.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Usually direct from a State Fire Marshal Lieutenant or State Fire Marshal Captain.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
LOCATION OF WORK:Department of Public Safety, Office of State Fire Marshal.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from a State Fire Marshal Deputy 2 by the absence of experienced level duties.
Examples of Work
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EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Observes and practices inspection and investigation techniques under close supervision and completes basic inspection and investigation 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.
May assist in photographing sites of suspected arson, collecting and analyzing evidence, and interviewing witnesses.
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.