Fire Safety Inspector (A09) presso City of Annapolis

About the Department

Performs responsible field inspection work of existing and new structures for Fire and Life Safety Code compliance.

Conducts technical fire inspections and public fire education, and perform investigative work to ensure compliance with laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the prevention and control of fires and the safe storage, handling and use of hazardous materials.

Position Duties

(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this job description are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all the job duties of all positions in the job classification. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with or without, reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.)

• Interpret and enforce provisions of fire prevention, hazardous materials and fire safety laws, ordinances, and other regulations.
• Check plans for code compliance and consult with applicants, architects and developers when required.
• Research technical problems, analyze various approaches and recommend solutions.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Perform periodic and follow-up inspections of new and existing buildings, structures and installations requiring Fire Department clearances.
• Conduct hazardous materials inspections, issue hazardous materials permits and research technical resources concerning hazardous materials.
• Conduct inspections of underground fuel storage tank installations, annual monitoring certification and testing and complaint investigations.
• Investigate causes of fire and collect, prepare and present evidence in court when required.
• Investigate complaints pertaining to violation of fire prevention laws.
• Issue corrective orders and citations and assist in the service of arrest warrants as necessary.
• Develop and coordinate fire prevention programs such as: false alarm billing, fire inspection reporting, and hazardous materials management.
• Conduct fire prevention and inspection training sessions for fire department personnel
• Perform follow-up inspections of company inspections when necessary.
• Develop and conduct training programs and group presentations relative to fire prevention and fire investigation in conjunction with other fire department personnel.
• May be called to report to the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) during State of Emergency or weather conditions out of “normal” work hours.
• Provide information to the public concerning fire prevention practices and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in researching various codes as specified in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031 Standard.
• Knowledge of adopted local and state fire codes, and the methods and processes utilized to determine compliance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with all levels of management, employees, other departments, officials and the general public for dissemination of information and the enforcement of all local, State and Federal fire codes and regulations.
• Ability to inspect new and existing structures and facilities analytically and objectively for compliance with all Federal, State, and local Fire and Life Safety codes.
• Ability to investigate fire scenes analytically and objectively; ability to prepare clear and detailed reports based on results.
• Ability to review and evaluate construction drawings and plan applications for fire safety to ensure code compliance with all Federal, State, and local Fire and Life Safety codes analytically and objectively.
• Ability to provide plans review oversight and recommend/develop modifications as necessary to ensure overall project compliance with applicable codes and regulatory standards.
• Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to access, operate and maintain various software applications.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED); 
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Fire Inspector.

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive due to the tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task, other individuals, and or may lead to damage to property. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing to include pre-employment testing.

Special Qualifications:

• Certification as a Fire Inspector I by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC)NFPA 1031 standard and/or Certification as a Fire Inspector II or higher by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), NFPA 1031 standard or the ability to obtain certification of Certified Fire Inspector (CFI), within 18 months.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Associate’s Degree is preferred.

Other Qualifications

Physical/Mental Demands:
The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the need to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

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