Fire Prevention Inspector

GENERAL PURPOSE

Perform work involving the enforcement of fire codes by investigating new or existing structures for conformance; investigate and follow through on citizen complaints.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receive general direction from the Fire Marshall. Exercise no supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Conducts fire safety inspections of existing facilities and buildings for conformance with existing codes.
• Conducts acceptance test of alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, and other fire protection systems and equipment
• Prepares inspection reports and enter information into a computerized data base
• Researches code violations and provide direction and/or technical assistance for correction of identified violations
• Investigates citizen complaints involving fire safety or hazardous conditions
• Assists in the preparation and presentation of public safety and fire prevention programs to civic, school, and community groups
• Maintains educational materials, designs and develops or orders new materials as the need arises
• Reviews plans for fire/safety construction and fire suppression systems for compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Reviews and issues fire prevention permit applications in accordance with standards
• Investigates fire cause and origin, which includes evidence collection and preservation, detailed report writing, and possible court testimony
• Writes detailed reports and operates various audio-visual equipment; such as, different types of projectors, tape recorders, and VCR’s
• Establishes, researches, and maintains appropriate files
• Performs related duties, as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent, supplemented by college level course work in fire science, education, or a related field and two years in fire prevention, fire fighting, or in work involving interpretation and enforcement of various codes. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Arizona driver’s license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an ICBO – Fire Code Certification within one year from date of employment. Possession of, or ability to obtain, Arizona Arson Investigator Level one and two, or equivalent, within one year of hire.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of modern fire prevention and inspection; fire safety codes and their interpretation; fire cause, recognition and arson investigation; fire detection and suppression systems.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally to move objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or new skills; work under deadlines with constant interruptions; interact with City staff and other organizations; and occasionally deal with dissatisfied or quarrelsome individuals.

Work Environment:

Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Position is subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur both inside and outside.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Revised: 01/06

 

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105 Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100 EOE M/F/D/V AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES 8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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