What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Prevention Inspector 2 position at Carson City, NV?
Description
- Please Note: The Carson City Fire Department has ONE (1) current vacancy for either a Fire Prevention Inspector 1 or 2, depending on the qualifications of the selected individual. To be considered for this vacancy, please apply in the appropriate posting based on your qualifications. You do not need to apply to both postings.
Under the direction of the Fire Prevention Battalion Chief, performs a variety of technical inspections of public, commercial, industrial, residential and other buildings and property to ensure compliance with the City's fire prevention codes and regulations; investigates fire safety violations; conducts fire investigations; conducts plan reviews of construction plans for fire code compliance; and participates in the development of fire safety educational programs.
NOTE: Applicants must submit to a pre-placement physical to be administered by Carson City Fire Department.
This position is covered by the Carson City Firefighters Association, Local #2251. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to these employees: https://www.carson.org/home/showpublisheddocument/86435/638270912235930000
Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.
** This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. **
Examples of Duties
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
- Conduct inspections of building and property for fire hazards, efficiency of fire protective equipment, adequacy of fire exits and general compliance with fire prevention laws and standards.
- Perform functional tests of automatic fire extinguishing systems and alarm systems.
- May assist or conduct Fire investigations.
- Advise property owners on the removal of fire hazards and enforce compliance to correct hazards.
- Receive and investigate complaints of alleged fire hazards and recommended corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints; answer questions and provide information to the public.
- Review construction documents in relation to fire prevention laws and codes and for business license compliance.
- Conduct inspections for business license compliance.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
- Maintain incident reports and prepare reports.
- Perform work in a safe manner.
Typical Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent and two years experience of sworn firefighting, or prevention and inspection work; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
- Must have a current Nevada Driver's license.
- Possession of a current certification in CPR, ICC Fire Inspector 2 certification, ICC Fire Plans Examiner Certification, NFA 80 hour Fire Investigator Class/Certification or equivalent.
- Wildland Fire Investigator certification, and Fire Investigation - FI-210.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of:
- Fire hazards, related prevention and abatement methods.
- Fire prevention inspection methods and techniques.
- Basic fire suppression methods, procedures and equipment.
- Codes, laws, policies and procedures relating to fire prevention.
- Building construction and material's used.
- Public relations as they relate to obtaining cooperation and compliance to fire codes and laws.
- Principles of training and public speaking.
Ability to:
- Conduct complex fire inspection, plan reviews, and code enforcement work.
- Respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for service.
- Speak publicly and give presentations to the general public and other targeted audiences.
- Deal effectively with property owners, managers and the general public in difficult work situations.
- Detect fire hazards and make recommendations for their corrections.
- Observe and record findings during inspections.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Effectively use current digital technology.
- Effectively use Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Investigate fires for possible cause.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Duties require sufficient mobility to work in an inspection/office setting and use standard office equipment, (including a computer), vision to read printed materials, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone, must be mobile, able to sit, stoop and climb. Must be able to climb ladders. Ability to work in limited visibility spaces and confined areas. No accommodation can be made for these physical demands.
Supplemental Information
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Such employees are not subject to the collective bargaining agreement and may be laid off or discharged during this period for any reason.
2. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
3. Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
4. Employees must be willing to work overtime, shifts, weekends and holidays.
5. Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
6. New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation which cost the new employee $48.25 and a drug screen which costs $36.50. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
7. Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.ucis.gov.
8. Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
9. All employees covered by this job description are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with the Carson City Fire Department’s Drug and Alcohol Policy which mandates drug and alcohol testing and includes pre-employment, random and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees in violation of the policy are subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment.
To view agency specifc benefit information, please visit: http://northernnevadafire.org/
Salary : $37 - $48
