Fire Inspector

Performs state-required and requested inspections of existing buildings to ensure compliance with fire safety codes, ordinances, and laws. Reports directly to the Fire Marshal and contributes to the Countywide Fire Rescue Emergency Services program by completing inspections and supporting fire safety initiatives. The schedule for this full-time position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• Operates county vehicles or equipment in compliance with all safety policies, roadway rules, and laws.
• Conducts state-required and requested fire and life safety inspections of existing buildings.
• Investigates fire and life safety complaints related to existing buildings and properties.
• Delivers public fire safety education and fire extinguisher training.
• Prepares detailed inspection reports with findings and recommendations.
• Assists the Building Division with:
  • Reviewing non-residential construction, interior remodels, fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems (new, alterations, and extensions), site plans, and fireworks displays.
  • Conducting inspections of non-residential new construction, interior remodels, and site development.
• Performs administrative tasks such as attending staff meetings, handling inquiries, and meeting with stakeholders.
• Completes additional duties as assigned.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School diploma/GED equivalent.
• Previous experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration, Skills

• Valid Florida Driver License (or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida), or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.
• State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I certification.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.c: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.d: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Skills and Additional Incentives

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community groups, and the public.
• Additional hourly wage incentives:
  • Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance: $1.00/hour
  • Florida State EMT or Paramedic Certification: $1.00/hour

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, typing, operating foot controls/levers, driving automotive equipment, working in darkness and operating a manual transmission.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• The job may risk exposure to adverse weather, moving machinery, fumes and gases, electrical hazards, and extreme noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment, and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Basis of Rating: Some positions may require a written and/or skills test. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess each individuals’ qualifications. Selected persons will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job.  The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application will be an important consideration in the screening process.
 
Must successfully pass an employment reference check, criminal background check, physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
 
Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.  
 
Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.
 
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.
 
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. PLEASE NOTE: Veterans' Preference is not applied for positions that are classified as managerial/supervisory unless excluded. For details, please refer to Section 110.205(2), F.S.
 
Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.

Salary : $41,538 - $66,503