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Company Name : South Metro Fire Rescue
Location : Centennial, CO 80112
Position : Fire Inspector
Job Description : FIRE INSPECTOR
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Reports To: Assistant Fire Marshal (Code Compliance)
Division/Bureau: Business Services
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Grade: $94,349.00 /year
Grade: 15
South Metro Fire Rescue (SMFR) is currently accepting internal and external applications for Fire Inspector to fill 1 (one) current full-time vacancy and eligibility list for vacancies that occur in the next 6-12 months.
** All candidates interested in applying are required to submit a resume and cover letter. **
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY
Inspectors will be assigned to one of two sections (Construction or Code Compliance) and may be reassigned to either section to meet the Fire Marshal Office’s objectives.
Construction
This position is responsible for performing construction inspections to assure compliance with the adopted codes and approved plans. Conducts field inspections of construction projects, industrial processes, and fire protection systems (fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems). May conduct inspections of existing buildings and facilities. May respond to citizen complaints. Contacts with others are extensive and sensitive.
Code Compliance
This position completes inspections of existing facilities and buildings for code compliance. Incumbents perform primary and follow-up inspections of existing facilities as a primary duty. The incumbent is also responsible for responding to and resolving complaints; inspection at special events; issuing permits, warnings, and order notices; and other compliance and enforcement related work. Assignments may also include Public Education presentations and programs. Contacts with others are extensive and sensitive.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the position and do not list every duty that may be required of the employee for this position. The District retains the right to change the duties and responsibilities of the position at any time without notice.)
Conducts inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with adopted fire codes, national standards, and approved construction plans. Escalates all concerns appropriately to supervisor.
Represents the Fire Marshal’s Office in a professional, courteous manner. Approaches decisions as a partner stakeholder in the project and/or business and is solution oriented.
Conducts inspections of existing businesses, facilities, and buildings for fire code compliance; issues permits, warnings, and order notices; and performs follow-up compliance and enforcement work while using independent judgment. Escalates all concerns appropriately to supervisor.
Documents deficiencies and violations, utilizing various legal means, and provides guidance for compliance.
Responds to and resolves complaints from internal and external customers.
Maintains detailed records of inspection activities.
Compiles data: completes necessary reports, forms, computer input and other documentation as needed.
Represents the District to developers, the public, homeowner groups, the business community, and other public agencies.
Works closely with other local government building and community development departments in the coordination of the inspection process. Coordinates with other members within the Fire Marshal’s Office, as appropriate.
May serve on internal District committees as assigned.
May be required to occasionally give presentations at public education events.
May be required to prepare for and testify in civil or criminal court proceedings.
May conduct plan reviews at the discretion of an Assistant Fire Marshal.
Researches codes and standards in order to maintain current knowledge of inspection issues.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS (An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying.)
High School Diploma or GED.
Associates Degree from an accredited college in Fire Sciences, Construction Management, or Fire Administration is preferred.
Experience in fire inspection, building inspection, firefighting, or related is desired.
Experience using a computer with general knowledge of database and records management systems, word processing, and spreadsheet applications in order to prepare legal documents and maintain official Fire Marshal Office’s records.
Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s license.
Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR’s Driving Records Policy.
Must have and maintain International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification.
Must have, or must obtain the following within 6 months of hire:
International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector II
Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Fire Inspector II
Red Cross CPR for the professional rescuer (or an approved equivalent)
ICS 100, ICS 200, FEMA IS700 and IS800
NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of modern fire prevention principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment.
Knowledge of building, electrical, mechanical, and fire codes.
Knowledge of inspection techniques.
Working knowledge of fire suppression techniques and equipment.
Knowledge of fire behavior.
Knowledge of the code enforcement process.
Knowledge of construction documents and drawings.
Knowledge of construction management techniques.
Knowledge of general office equipment.
Knowledge of fire district emergency operations.
Skill in problem and conflict resolution, using independent judgment.
Skill in communications and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, business owners, and construction personnel.
Inspection documentation, record keeping, and data entry skills.
Skill in time and resource management and in recordkeeping.
Ability to follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
Ability to work independently.
Skill in setting priorities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed under general supervision of a Deputy Fire Marshal and direct supervision of an Assistant Fire Marshal and may receive direction from a Lead Inspector.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This is a non-supervisory position.
EQUIPMENT and SYSTEMS
Requires frequent use of equipment, including personal computer (including various software packages, database, and spreadsheet programs), SMFR automobiles, calculators, telephones, facsimile machines, copy machines, printers, and other general office equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use hands, fingers, handle, feel or operate objects. Also includes climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing. The incumbent is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and walk on uneven terrain and surfaces.
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust his or her focus, allowing a broad field of vision.
Must be able to hear and differentiate sounds, such as fire alarm signals.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Some work is performed in an office environment. The work environment also includes inside and outdoor facilities. Various operations and processes may be encountered, including but not limited to, educational, industrial, storage, manufacturing, business, office, retail, food preparation and service operations. Some work sites may have hazardous materials or processes present.
Will occasionally work on emergency scenes, in damaged structures, on construction sites, and on uneven terrain.
May be exposed to wet/humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high or precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions such as extreme hot or cold; high noise levels; risk of electrical shock, radiation, vibration; and/or explosives.
BENEFITS
South Metro Fire Rescue’s compensation philosophy is designed to attract and retain highly skilled and motivated employees. As such, SMFR’s compensation is more than base pay. All regular fulltime SMFR employees enjoy a total compensation package including: base wages, leave accruals, medical, dental, vision and life insurance employer paid premiums, Retiree Health Savings, Death & Disability and employer paid pension contributions as well as a positive work culture including a robust Fitness, Wellness and Rehabilitation Program, educational opportunities and support, job security and other positive non-monetary values which are intended to collectively position SMFR as an employer of choice in its geographic area. SMFR recognizes that being an employer of choice has different meaning to different people depending on what elements a person highly values. But SMFR’s overall goal is to be a great place to work.
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