Fire Inspector

FIRE INSPECTOR

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Closing Date: Posted until filled

Fire 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 goals and objectives.

This position is responsible for performing construction inspections to ensure compliance with the adopted codes and approved plans.  The Fire Inspector- Construction conducts field inspections of construction projects, industrial processes, and fire protection systems (fire detection, alarm, and suppression systems). This position may conduct inspections of existing buildings and facilities and respond to citizen complaints. Contacts with others are extensive and sensitive requiring skill in communication and conflict resolution.

This position completes inspections of existing facilities and buildings for code compliance. The Fire Inspector-Code Compliance performs primary and follow-up inspections of existing facilities as a primary duty. This position is also responsible for responding to and resolving complaints, performing inspections at special events, issuing permits, warnings, and order notices, and other compliance and enforcement related work. Contacts with others are extensive and sensitive requiring skill in communication and conflict resolution.

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 and national standards; 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, including violation notices and order notices, utilizing various legal means; provides guidance for compliance.

Conducts inspections and oversight of pyrotechnic displays in accordance with the fire code and national standards which may require working after normal business hours or on holidays.

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.

Research codes and standards to maintain current knowledge of inspection issues.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 is required.

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.

Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR’s Driving Records Policy.

Must have and maintain International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification.

• 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.

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.

Experience using modern office equipment including a computer and a variety of software, with general knowledge of database and records management systems, word processing, and spreadsheet applications to prepare legal documents and maintain official Fire Marshal Office’s records.

Knowledge of the code enforcement process.

Knowledge of construction documents and drawings.

Knowledge of construction management techniques.

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 public, business owners, and construction personnel.

Skill in inspection documentation, record keeping, and data entry.

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.

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.

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

each with hands and arms and exert 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.

Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and walk on uneven terrain and surfaces.

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.

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.

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 full-time 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 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 meanings to different people depending on what elements a person highly values. But SMFR's overall goal is to be a great place to work.