Assistant Arson Division Director
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Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 11750 - 13750
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID: 53049
Closing Date: 02/06/2026
Agency: Office of the State Fire Marshal
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range $11750 - $13750 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.
Please attach aDETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earnedand
a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Please note that theOffice of the State Fire Marshalmust verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.
You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100 CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
Position Identification Number
53049
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Marketing Statement
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to serve as the Assistant Arson Division Director. Under the direction of the Arson Division Director this role involves performing highly responsible functions to effectively evaluate organize and execute all aspects of the statewide Arson field program. This pivotal position requires a dynamic leader capable of directing program goals managing high-stakes investigations and shaping legislative advocacy. As the Assistant Arson Division Director and employee of the State of Illinois the selected candidate will have access to state healthcare benefits and a pension plan. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join the OSFM team.
Essential Functions
- Under the direction of the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Arson Division Director performs highly responsible functions to organize and execute all aspects of the Arson Investigations Program.
- Establishes policies and procedures designed to enhance Arson field operations.
- Directs and manages OSFM Command Staff responsible for the oversight of OSFM Special Agents.
- Serves as a full-line supervisor.
- Directs OSFM Youth Firesetting Intervention Program (YSFIP).
- Implements the Divisions field operations budget for effective and efficient utilization of the program resources fiscal management personnel management budget and program development.
- Works with the Arson Division Director to advise the Fire Marshal and Executive team on long-range goals objectives and policy for the Arson Investigations Division.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
- Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public administration including arson investigations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers five (5) years of administrative experience in managing and ensuring the efficient and productive running of an organizations daily operations.
- Prefers five (5) years of experience serving in a supervisory or command role within a law enforcement agency or division.
- Prefers certification as a Lead Homicide Investigator through an accredited institution.
- Prefers three (3) years of experience as an Arson Investigator.
- Prefers certification as an Evidence Technician.
- Prefers five (5) years of administrative experience overseeing complex law enforcement investigations.
- Prefers prior administrative experience composing and implementing policies and procedures for a private or public organization.
- Prefers prior experience independently drafting cost/budget projections for a private or public organization.
- Prefers experience speaking before large groups or audiences.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid appropriate and current drivers license.
- Requires the ability to pass a background check with self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires the ability to travel statewide with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires the ability to pass drug screening.
- Requires ability to qualify for a Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card.
- Requires ability to pass physical agility test at time of potential hire and an acceptable level of physical fitness be maintained in accordance with agency standards.
- Requires certification as a law enforcement officer from an accredited Illinois law enforcement academy.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Requires ability to attend seminars conferences and trainings to stay current on methods tools ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
- Requires ability to satisfy all continuing education or recertification requirements mandated by statute rule or the OSFM.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5 PM Hybrid work schedules available
Headquarter Location: 1035 Stevenson Dr Springfield Illinois 62703
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Kathy Fairfield
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group: Public Safety
About the Agency
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is dedicated to working with our partners and providing assistance to the fire service in the protection of life property and the environment through communication inspection investigation certification and licensing. The OSFM is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity equity and inclusion.
As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
- A Pension Program
- Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
- Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fiscal Management
- Organizational skills
- Fundraising
- Communication skills
- Management Experience
- Teaching
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Attention to detail
