Deputy Fire Marshal

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience managing daily fire safety or emergency management operations.
• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
• Other: Must meet educational and certification qualifications in Maryland Public Safety Article to be appointed, and maintain appointment, as an Assistant State Fire Marshal.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of federal, state, and jurisdictional regulations, codes, standards, and requirements applicable to fire, life safety, and fire investigations.
• Knowledge of fire protection and hazardous materials systems and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
• Additional Job Details
• Required Application Materials: Resume ,Cover Letter
• Best Consideration Date: May 8th , 2026
• Posting Close Date:
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Job Risks
• Not Applicable to This Position
• Financial Disclosure Required
• No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .
• Department
• VPA-Environmental Safety, Sustainability & Risk
• Worker Sub-Type
• Staff Regular
• Salary Range
• $75,000-90,000
• Benefits Summary
• For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link .
• Background Checks
• Employment Eligibility
• EEO Statement
• The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
• Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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Additional Information

Job Description Summary This position functions as a technical expert and enforcement officer responsible for ensuring that the university's complex infrastructure complies with the Maryland State Fire Prevention Code and national safety standards. The position is responsible for performing a wide range of activities related to fire and life safety, and emergency management, including enforcement of Maryland fire laws under Maryland Code, Public Safety Article Title 6; delivering training and education; conducting fire drills, and responding to incidents. Works with most levels of the university administration, faculty, staff, and students in order to achieve a safe working/education environment. Preferences: - Minimum of 3 years as a fire marshal of fire inspector - Experience in a college or university setting. - Experience as a firefighter, police officer, or other first responder - Completion of an Emergency Vehicle Operators course - Completion of ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700 Licenses/ Certifications: - Certified Fire Inspector II (NFPA, ICC, or Pro Board) - Certified Fire Investigation Technician or Fire Investigator {IAAI or NAFI, or Pro Board) or completion of NFA Fire/Arson Investigation or equivalent. - Certified Fire Plans Examiner (NFPA, ICC, or Pro Board) - First Aid, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) (American Red Cross or National Safety Council) - First Aid, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Instructor (American Red Cross or National Safety Council) or ability to obtain in 6 months.

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