Assistant State Fire Marshal - Public Service Manager II (MR29) - Anticipated Vacancy

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**Department of Public Safety - Fire Marshals Office

Job Class Code: MR29

Grade: 29 (Confidential)

Salary: $83,628.48 - $118,347.84/Annually \*Salary Includes 16% Stipend

Location: Augusta, ME

Opening Date: November 13, 2026

Closing Date: December 1, 2026**

_Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions._

The Maine Department of Public Safety is seeking an individual to serve as Assistant State Fire Marshal overseeing the Fire Prevention Division and Support Divisions. This position provides leadership and supervision for statewide plans review, fire and life safety inspections, and clerical and administrative services. Reporting to the State Fire Marshal, the position exercises independent judgment in daily operations, personnel matters, policy development, and stakeholder relationships.

Customer service and active engagement with Maine’s fire chiefs, local code enforcement officials, state agencies, and other stakeholders are priorities for this position. The Assistant State Fire Marshal will build strong working relationships through proactive outreach, clear communication, and timely follow-through. The successful candidate will work closely with local fire service leaders to understand community needs, address concerns, and develop practical solutions while applying fire and life safety requirements fairly and consistently. The position provides highly specialized expertise regarding complex statewide issues.

The ideal candidate will have strong fire prevention and leadership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to plan beyond immediate demands and adapt to changing priorities. Successful leadership requires clear communication, fair accountability, staff development, and a commitment to providing employees with the direction and support needed to succeed.

Under the direction of the State Fire Marshal, this position oversees a budget of approximately $3 million allocated to the Fire Prevention and Support Divisions, ensuring responsible management of state resources. The position also supports the Deputy Chief and Investigations Division by coordinating administrative and clerical services, facilitating communication across divisions, and assisting with shared resource and operational needs. This is a non-standard position requiring work outside regular business hours and travel throughout the State of Maine.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Plan, coordinate, assign, and oversee the work of supervisors and personnel responsible for plans review, inspections, and clerical support.

• Oversee consiste...

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