Fire Prevention Inspector

Join the Janesville Fire Department team as a 

Fire Prevention Inspector!

Are you passionate about keeping your community safe and building a brighter, fire-free future? The Janesville Fire Department is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented part-time Fire Prevention Inspector to join our dedicated Fire Prevention Bureau team!

In this part-time non-sworn position, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring public safety through fire code inspections, enforcement, and education. Your expertise will help protect lives and property as you work directly with the public, business owners, and other stakeholders to promote fire safety awareness.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct fire code inspections in alignment with local, state, and federal laws.
   Educate the community on fire prevention and safety practices.
• Build positive relationships through public education and outreach programs.
• Collaborate closely with the Fire Marshal and other team members to uphold fire safety standards.
• Make independent decisions and use your judgment to keep Janesville safe!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Meaningful work that impacts your community.
• Collaborative team environment within the trusted Janesville Fire Department.
• Opportunities to engage with the public and lead fire safety initiatives.

We’re looking for someone with expertise, passion, and a commitment to excellence. If you’re ready to make a difference in a dynamic and rewarding role, WE WANT YOU!

Click here to view the full job description and learn more about the City of Janesville’s part-time Fire Prevention Inspector opportunity.

Why work for the City of Janesville, you ask?

The City of Janesville (population 66,202) is in south-central Wisconsin. The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life’s opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one’s potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of “Wisconsin’s Park Place”. 

Vision Statement: 

We are “Wisconsin’s Park Place”: Discover the community of choice to realize life’s opportunities

Mission Statement:

To innovatively provide effective municipal services that are responsive to the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors and delivered in a reliable, efficient manner in order to sustain Janesville as the community of choice.

Organizational Values:

Adaptability, Respect, Service, and Communication

What qualifications are necessary for the role?

To perform the essential duties of the position, the minimum education and experience required includes:

• Minimum of 18 years of age and a High School diploma or GED is required. 
• Possession of a valid state-issued Driver’s License. 
• Possess and maintain a Wisconsin Fire Inspector I certification.

Additionally, having the below qualifications are also a plus, but not necessary:

• Two years of fire service education and/or code enforcement experience 
• Wisconsin Certified Firefighter II 

What is the typical schedule?

This position will work 16 hours per week, on Tuesday and Thursday.

What is the pay?

The hourly pay for the Firefighter/Paramedic is $22.00 per hour. This position is classified as non-exempt. 

What else do I need to know?

If you’re interested in applying for this position, visit the CoJ’s Jobs Website or go directly to www.janesvillewi.gov and look for the “Jobs” section located in the top right corner of the website. 

Applications, resumes, and cover letters will be accepted for the part-time Fire Prevention Inspector on an open until filled basis.

This means that the position will remain open and applications will continue to be accepted until it is filled by a suitable candidate. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

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