Deputy State Fire Marshal III (Specialist)
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $8,773 to $11,882 | $105,276 to $142,584 |
| L | $8,773 to $11,882 | $105,276 to $142,584 |
Representation
California Statewide Law Enforcement Association represents Bargaining Unit R07, Protective Services and Public Safety.
Where these jobs are
42 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Forestry & Fire Protection, California Department of | 42 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Fire Inspectors and Investigators across all California employers was $99,230 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $105,276 to $142,584 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 19 Rule of three ranks certification. (Effective 1/1/79, all open examinations are rule of three ranks per Government Code 19057.1.)
- Footnote 34 Classes not eligible for Night Shift Differential.
- Footnote R3 Range 3 designation — refer to applicable classification specification.