State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Deputy State Fire Marshal (2119EX)

$23.34-$73.95 Hourly / $1,866.63-$5,915.60 BiWeekly /
$48,719.00-$154,397.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for assisting the State Fire Marshal in directing the day-to-day activities of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs staff of the office as assigned. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Assists in directing the day-to-day staff and operations of the Office of the State Fire Marshal; 
  • Coordinates, plans and manages office activities;
  • Assists with formulating office goals and objectives; 
  • Assists with developing and implementing related policies and procedures; 
  • Interprets and administers the State Fire Codes; 
  • Prepares or assists in preparation of office budget;
  • Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of bureau who might impact on office activities;
  • Conducts special investigations including on-site inspections as required;
  • Assists in drafting legislation; 
  • Assists in the development and implementation of certification and training programs for local fire marshals; 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
  • Evaluates staff; 
  • May conduct public hearings regarding code changes; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
    • relevant agency policies and procedures; 
    • State Fire Safety Code, Hazardous Material Codes and other adopted national standards; 
    • methods, materials and equipment used in building construction including service and safety equipment;
    • engineering and architectural principles and practices pertaining to building construction; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class are required to possess at time of appointment certification as a Fire Marshal by the Department of Administrative Services, Office of the State Fire Marshal or to obtain such certification within one year of appointment. 
  • Incumbents are required to maintain certification during their employment.

APPOINTMENT

Appointed by the Commissioner of the Department of Administrative Services in accordance with the provisions of Sections 5-198(14) and 29-312 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Unclassified

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(01)-EXEMPT/ELEC/APPOINT

EEO

(1)-Officials And Administrators

SALARY INFORMATION

EX 05

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

New Class. Item No. 25-037R

EFFECTIVE DATE

05/07/2025
CLASS: 2119EX; EST: 5/7/2025; REV: 5/7/2025;