As Fire Marshal for the city of Jackson it is my intent to provide information to the public and all citizens of Jackson that will assist its reader in understanding the role/duties of the Fire Marshal Office.

 

The Fire Marshal for the city of Jackson is Division Chief Michael Sterling. The Fire Marshal Office is regulatory and enforcement agency of the Fire Department under the directive of Fire Chief. The fire department along with the City of Jackson and the State of Mississippi has adopted and enforces the International Fire Code, 2003 edition and references codes and standards.

 

Our Office consists of the (1) Water Supply Officer, District Chief (5) Deputy Fire Marshal and (1) Secretary. Each inspector has a specific geographical territory. The territories are divided into five districts throughout the city.

 

We continuously strive to work with the building department, business owners, contractors, and other professionals to provide the safest environment for the citizens and the guest to the city of Jackson.

 

The Fire Marshal Office is an efficient educator, code regulatory and enforcement agency. Our mission is to save lives and protect property by educating about life safety through codes and standards.

 

If you have any questions about fire safety please feel free to contact our office at 601.960.2018