State of Washington ยท 6 days ago
Deputy State Fire Marshal (WPEA)- Prof. Development & Response
Walla Walla, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelThe State of Washington is seeking a Deputy State Fire Marshal to support the mission of the agency in reducing vulnerability to fire and other hazards. This role involves managing firefighter certification processes, representing the agency during mobilization incidents, and ensuring compliance with the Washington State Fire Service Resource Mobilization Plan.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Management and security of firefighter certification test banks in order to meet adopted national standards for professional firefighter qualifications and the guidelines of accrediting bodies
Manage the database of certification test personnel, takes lead role in performing training and audits as necessary to ensure compliance with agency policies and policies of accrediting agencies
Conducts meetings with stakeholders and interested parties to develop recommended direction of certification testing process
Scores and processes written/computer-based exams and prepares results for distribution
Participates in delivery of Test Administration Personnel (TAP) training
Responds to and supports mobilization incidents as Subject Matter Expert on the mobilization plan
Performs other duties as assigned to support agency, bureau, and section programs
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Must possess a valid, unrestricted Washington State Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment for response to mobilizations
Must have a strong knowledge and command of Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Knowledge of the Washington State Fire Service Resources Mobilization Plan
Familiarization with the organization and function of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Successful completion of a pre-employment polygraph examination and background investigation
Must successfully pass and obtain the ICC Fire Inspector 1 certification within 6 months of employment
Must successfully pass and obtain the ISFAC or Pro Board accredited NFPA Fire Instructor 1 within 1 year of employment
Must successfully pass and obtain the Finance Section Unit Leader training when available
Benefits
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.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
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.
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.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
Company
State of Washington
Washington state public employees help to create a working Washington built on education and innovation, where all Washingtonians thrive.
Founded in 1889
10001+ employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Matt Manweller
State Representative
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