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Fire Safety Officer

Office/On-site

Recruitment # 260115-3878PS-001

Location Wallingford, CT

Date Opened 1/20/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary $74,239 - $92,104/year (Individuals new to State Employment start at the minimum of the range.)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 1/27/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Are you a certified fire service professional committed to protecting lives and ensuring code compliance? We invite qualified candidates to apply for the position of Fire Safety Officer and play a vital role in maintaining fire and life safety across agency facilities!

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Developmental Services (DDS (https://portal.ct.gov/dds) ) – is accepting applications for one (1) Fire Safety Officer (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=3878PS&R1=&R3=) position located in Wallingford, CT.

The incumbent selected for this position will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with fire and life safety codes across all assigned facilities. The position oversees building inspections, emergency evacuation planning, fire drills, and the inspection and testing of fire protection systems, while maintaining strong working relationships with state and municipal fire marshals. The Fire Safety Officer also provides training and guidance to agency personnel, supports construction and renovation projects through compliance reviews, and ensures accurate documentation and communication of all fire and life safety activities. Through proactive audits, inspections, and corrective actions, this role plays a critical part in safeguarding lives, property, and operational continuity.

This position is critical to the health and safety of employees and individuals served in DDS owned and operated and DDS owned and provider operated buildings by auditing the building and processes for compliance with fire and life safety codes to prevent citations by CT Department of Public Health (DPH) and OSFM. This position also ensures that Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) cited violations are corrected in a timely manner. The position also serves as a liaison to Private Providers and Local Fire Marshals. For a more detailed list of duties, follow this link (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=3878PS&R1=&R3=) .

Position Highlights:

PCN 29269

+ Full-time | 40 Hours per week

+ Four (4) – Ten (10) hour days

+ Tuesday – Friday | 7:00 am – 5:30 pm

+ Regular days off: Saturday, Sunday, Monday

What we can offer you:

+ View our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.

+ A healthy work-life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees!

+ The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more information.

DDS Mission Statement:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Servicers is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

About the State of Connecticut:

Living in Connecticut allows you to live with mountains, forests, ocean fronts, rivers, and a wonderful green countryside right at your doorstep. The state has charm, elegance, and a high standard of living. Our school systems offer an outstanding education, and our communities are among the safest in the country. Connecticut experiences all four seasons and gives you the option to choose between living in sophisticated country-life or living in the center of a lively city.

We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining the DDS team!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note : The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rocky Young at [email protected]

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418 – 6148 or [email protected]

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At a state agency, college or university this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks related to fire and life safety activities for state-owned buildings within an assigned region.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Serves as a fire safety officer in ensuring compliance with fire and life safety codes, building inspections, emergency evacuation plans, fire evacuation drill evaluations, and testing fire prevention equipment (e.g., fire alarms, sprinkler systems, etc.);

+ Maintains a current understanding of the fire and life safety codes applicable to all agency buildings;

+ Develops and maintains relationships with regional leadership, and state and municipal fire marshals’ offices to develop a cohesive working relationship;

+ Ensures communication both internally and externally in an accurate and timely manner;

+ Assists in the design and maintenance of emergency evacuation plans for all assigned buildings;

+ Conducts fire and life safety code compliance audits, inspections and/or evacuation score program reviews;

+ Provides educational instruction and training on the fire safety program to non-firefighting departmental personnel, other agency personnel and individuals;

+ Liaises with the Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) during fire and life safety code inspections and notices of violation, and implements corrective action plans;

+ Conducts inspection and testing of fire protection systems required by state and federal fire and life safety codes;

+ Conducts assigned fire and life safety code compliance reviews for construction projects;

+ Liaises with municipal or state fire marshals during fire investigation, as assigned;

+ Documents all actions taken to achieve compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes;

+ Performs related duties as required.

DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES (DDS):

+ Maintains current understanding of the fire and life safety codes applicable to residential settings, DDS provider-operated buildings, other day programs, and office, maintenance and storage buildings;

+ Conducts on-site verification of data submitted for the issuance of E-Scores;

+ Assists providers and agency staff with completing E-Score surveys.

CONNECTICUT STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM OR A STATE UNIVERSITY:

+ Develops processes and procedures for training in support of the fire safety program, emergency operations plans, hazardous materials safety data sheets and assists in other environmental concerns as requested;

+ Serves as a technical resource to college or university community and regulatory agencies on behalf of the college or university;

+ Ensures all fire-related licenses and permits are maintained and appropriate records and reports are completed in compliance with national standards on behalf of the college or university.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply

+ fire and life safety codes and compliance;

+ relevant agency policies and procedures;

+ fire inspection techniques;

+ firefighting and fire prevention;

+ fire equipment and its maintenance;

+ safety practices and procedures related to chemicals and hazardous materials;

+ state and federal laws and regulations regarding storage and transportation of chemicals and hazardous materials;

+ Skills

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Ability to

+ read and analyze building or structure plans including blueprints;

+ prepare comprehensive reports;

+ utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Possess and retain the State of Connecticut Certification as a Fire Marshal in accordance with CGS § 29-298(a) and CGS § 29-298(b) and as credentialed by the Office of Education and Data Management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience in a municipal fire marshal’s office serving in the capacity of a Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, or Fire Inspector.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 and associated products.

+ Experience in reviewing construction documents for compliance with fire and life safety code.

+ Experience in inspecting Healthcare Occupancies and Group Homes.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class will be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including certification by the State Fire Marshal as a Fire Marshal in accordance with CGS §29- 298(a) and CGS § 29-298(b) and as credentialed by the Office of Education and Data Management.

+ Incumbents in this class must possess and retain National certification by the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS) or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or State Certification as regulated by the Connecticut Fire Academy, meeting the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Firefighter 2.

+ Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.

+ Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle operator's license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants will be required to pass a physical exam.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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