The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of seven operating divisions and two standalone programs that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and medical marijuana. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making an IMPACT for the customer:

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork

The Division of the State Fire Marshal keeps Ohioans safe when they are at home, and out and about. This includes modernizing and enforcing the Ohio Fire Code; training and certifying firefighters; teaching fire prevention and safety education to businesses, industry, schools and the public; investigating the origin and cause of fires and explosions; and regulating and licensing fireworks companies, underground storage tanks and other fire-related industries.

Assists the State Fire Marshall & the Director of Commerce in defining agency goals & objectives by planning, developing, directing & coordinating all activities of the Fire and Explosion Investigation Bureau.

· Directs investigators and supervisors in the investigation of fire and explosions to ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.

· Ensures investigations are conducted thoroughly, objectively, and in accordance with recognized national standards and forensic science practices (e.g., NFPA 921, 1033, and 1321.)

· Directs the day-to-day administrative functions of the Bureau, including all personnel and fiscal issues. Plans, develop and coordinates training, records, technical review, reporting and certification standards for bureau operations.

· Supervise, mentor, and evaluate fire investigators, office and support staff.

· Develop and manage the bureau budget, including equipment, vehicles, and training.

· Must have the ability to make sound decisions, communicate both orally and in writing.

· Represents State Fire Marshal & Director at conferences, meetings & seminars, boards, committees and taskforces as directed. Responsible for public relation activities.

This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11 (A)(9) ORC.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Current OPOTA Peace Officer Certification; 9 yrs. exp. in fire service or law enforcement which includes 5 yrs. exp. in management/supervision at the chief officer command level dealing with fire, explosion /or bombing investigation, arson investigation, or criminal investigation.

-Or 2 yrs. exp. as FEIB Investigator Supervisor, 26535; current OPOTA Peace Officer certification.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Fire & EMS

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment. This position is also subject to Federal Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.