What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Fire Marshal position at American Fork City?
Our Mission
American Fork City's mission is to provide excellence in service to residents, visitors, and business community to foster a high quality of life.
Role Summary
The Deputy Fire Marshal supports code compliance and investigative readiness by strengthening fire prevention efforts across American Fork. This mid-level, onsite role helps protect life and property through permitting, plan review support, public-facing guidance, and investigative assistance.
Key responsibilities include assisting with operational permits; supporting building/site/fire protection plan reviews; answering fire prevention inquiries; coordinating community education with suppression staff; drafting reports and presentations; assisting the Fire Marshal with fire investigations and prevention coordination; serving as deputy fire code official; and acting as Fire Marshal when assigned.
Required qualifications/skills:
- Associate’s degree in fire science (or related) plus five years progressively responsible fire inspection/firefighting experience, or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of applicable codes/ordinances, fire investigation practices, hazards, EMS/first aid, and training methods
- Ability to analyze evidence, write clear reports, communicate effectively, and perform safely in hazardous/physically demanding conditions
- Utah driver’s license; IFSTA Fire Inspector I; IFSTA Firefighter I/II; ICC Fire Inspector I (1 year), II (2 years), Plans Examiner (3 years)
Preferred Certification
- IFSAC/Pro Board-certified firefighter 2 and Utah State certified or National Registry EMT Advanced
- ICC Fire Plans Examiner.
Apply to help advance prevention-focused service with integrity.
A Typical Shift
Your Tuesday–Friday schedule (7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.) blends focused office work with time in the community. You may start by triaging plan sets and permit items, then pivot to answering resident and contractor questions with clear, code-based guidance. Midday often includes coordinating with suppression personnel to align messaging for a school or community class. Later, you’ll document findings, refine presentation materials, and support investigative follow-up as needed—keeping notes organized for smooth case coordination. Some days require stepping in for the Fire Marshal to keep prevention operations moving, while maintaining readiness for changing priorities and on-call needs.
Total Rewards
Medical ($0 plan!), Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k); Life Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous employer contributions; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Competitive Salary; Paid Time Off; and an American Fork Fitness Center pass.
Salary : $30 - $45