DSI Fire Safety Inspector II

The City of Saint Paul Department of Safety and Inspections is hiring an individual to perform full performance level work in conducting a full range of complaint investigations, inspections, and enforcement actions associated with commercial, single family, and multi-unit residential properties related to property maintenance and public safety. 

Here's what you can expect to do:

• Determine violations and seeks compliance with City codes and State laws relative to the enforcement of fire, building, and housing codes. 
• Assist in providing fire prevention and life safety information to the public. 
• Perform fire safety watch duty at large assemblies. 
• Perform Certificate of Occupancy inspections involving other units within the Safety and Inspections Department (DSI), other City departments, and community service agencies where applicable.
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description. 

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time. 

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.Requirements may be met by one of the following options:

• Two years of experience performing investigations, inspections, and/or enforcement actions related to property maintenance and public safety for buildings and residential properties.
• Thirty college semester credits to include coursework in fire, building, or engineering technology, construction, communications, or any related area and one year of experience performing investigations, inspections, and/or enforcement actions related to property maintenance and public safety for buildings and residential properties.
• An Associate Degree or 60 college semester credits to include coursework in fire, building, or engineering technology, construction, communications, or any related area.  

       AND

• Obtain certification as a Fire Inspector I or higher by the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board, the National Fire Protection Association-NPQB, or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress to NFPA 1031 Standards by the end of the probationary period. Candidates who do not complete certification will be separated from the DSI Fire Safety Inspector II classification.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following required documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
   • A resume
   • A legible copy of your proof of education if using education to qualify (an unofficial transcript is acceptable)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Assessment: Qualifications Rating

The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered. 

Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.  

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email: danni.smith@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Salary : $65,042 - $90,667