Delaware State Fire Marshal

1537 Chestnut Grove Dover, DE 19904
Delaware State Fire Marshal

Now Hiring Deputy Fire Marshals

The mission of the Delaware Fire Marshal is to provide the citizens of this State and all who visit a Fire Safe Environment be it in the home, the workplace or wherever they pursue their varied lifestyles or interests.

Benefits of Joining Delaware State Fire Marshal

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Delaware Fire Marshal provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

  • Salary: $51,600 upon completing the academy.
  • Healthcare: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage.
  • Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Overtime Opportunities: Additional earnings through overtime work.
  • Shift Schedule: Rotating Shifts 8:00am-4:00pm or 3:00pm-11:00pm. On-call Nights, Weekends, Holidays Required.
  • Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits via the State Municipal Police Pension.
  • FOP Membership: Officers are part of the FOP collective bargaining plans.
Requirements for Applicants

Essential Qualifications for Delaware State Fire Marshal Candidates

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Age: At least 20 and 1/2 years of age.
  2. Education: Possession of an Associates degree or higher in Fire Protection Technology, Fire Investigation, Criminal Justice or related field.
  3. Driver’s License: Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or canceled, or disqualified from driving).

  OR

  1. Age: At least 20 and 1/2 years of age.
  2. Education: Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  3. Experience: Knowledge of conducting investigations which includes conducting interviews to obtain confidential information, gathering evidence and documenting findings.
  4. Experience: Knowledge of interpreting national and local building and fire codes.
  5. Experience: Knowledge of reviewing and approving site plans, building plans, fire protection system plans and mechanical plans.
  6. Experience: Knowledge of narrative report writing.

Driver’s License:Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or canceled, or disqualified from driving).

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