What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIRE INSPECTOR position at City of San Marcos, California?
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The City of San Marcos is seeking a Non-Safety Fire Inspector to join the San Marcos Fire Department. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting fire safety inspections, ensuring compliance with fire codes, and supporting the department’s efforts to maintain a safe environment for the community. Your work will involve technical inspections and other fire prevention-related tasks across the city. This position plays a key role in upholding safety standards and contributing to the overall well-being of the public. This full time position offers competitive health benefits, participation in the CalPERS retirement system, generous paid time off and a 9/80 work schedule. Don't delay- applications will be accepted through 4:30pm on February 24th, 2025.
The Fire Inspector is a non-safety, Confidential, non-exempt position. Under the general supervision of the Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector performs technical fire safety inspections of industrial, commercial, and residential properties to determine compliance with state and local fire and building codes; conducts inspections for new construction and tenant improvements in all types of occupancies. The Fire Inspector is responsible for performing a wide range of administrative duties and related work within the Fire Prevention Division as required.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly motivated, capable of embracing innovative management principles, and enjoys the challenge of blending traditional fire service values with modern community risk reduction principles. Candidates should possess qualities of leadership, integrity, and competency to safely deliver the highest level of customer service. The ability to develop cooperative relationships with other city departments and community organizations is crucial in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Fire Inspector. The candidate must be capable of carrying out the Division's responsibilities with minimal direction and supervision. Persons hired for these positions must be dedicated and self-disciplined, assuring that the Division's high operational standards are maintained.
Applications accepted through: 4:30pm, February 24th
First Interview: Wednesday, March 5th
Chief's Interview: Friday, March 7th, afternoon
Anticipated start date: March 24th
The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly motivated, capable of embracing innovative management principles, and enjoys the challenge of blending traditional fire service values with modern community risk reduction principles. Candidates should possess qualities of leadership, integrity, and competency to safely deliver the highest level of customer service. The ability to develop cooperative relationships with other city departments and community organizations is crucial in fulfilling the responsibilities of the Fire Inspector. The candidate must be capable of carrying out the Division's responsibilities with minimal direction and supervision. Persons hired for these positions must be dedicated and self-disciplined, assuring that the Division's high operational standards are maintained.
Applications accepted through: 4:30pm, February 24th
First Interview: Wednesday, March 5th
Chief's Interview: Friday, March 7th, afternoon
Anticipated start date: March 24th
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Performs technical fire safety inspections of industrial, commercial, and residential properties to determine compliance with state and local fire and building codes.
- Uses computer data systems to collect, analyze trends, and report on the effectiveness of the fire inspection program; specifically streamline inspection software of permitting software
- Performs special miscellaneous inspections (i.e. sprinkler systems, fire alarms and special extinguishing systems); recommends alternate methods and materials when it is appropriate to do so; follows up for compliance with codes when violations or deficiencies were noted during inspection.
- May respond to major fires to assist in logistics and in the dissemination of public information.
- Performs special research projects in the areas of data analytics and emergency response planning as assigned.
- Prepares letters, memos, inspection records and technical reports; maintains reports and records.
- Monitors commercial and industrial use of hazardous substances through permits and inspections and makes recommendations.
- Performs plan check duties as required; communicates with consultants, city and/or county staff, architects and contractors on requirements for projects. Issues permits (fire protection, tents, pyrotechnics, special events, etc.).
- Gives public presentations on community risk reduction topics; presents programs to civic groups and participates in the Fire Department and district wide public relations programs; assists in training city employees in fire prevention and protection techniques.
- Inspect or investigate citizen complaints about potential fire hazards.
- Assists in managing annual vegetation management program.
- In the event of a major fire or emergency, may be called in from off duty to work an extended period of time.
- Meets with citizen groups, organizations, contractors, architects, engineers, and developers regarding fire protection systems, access requirements, building requirements, and other fire prevention life safety issues.
- Performs other related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:
Local, state and federal laws, codes and ordinances pertaining to fire safety and enforcement, including California Health and Safety Code, CCR Titles 19 and 24, California Building Code, California Fire Code, NFPA Standards and Codes and the National Fire Incident Reporting System; fire inspections and educational methods used in fire prevention; public relations techniques; permitting and inspection software programs, and appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Local, state and federal laws, codes and ordinances pertaining to fire safety and enforcement, including California Health and Safety Code, CCR Titles 19 and 24, California Building Code, California Fire Code, NFPA Standards and Codes and the National Fire Incident Reporting System; fire inspections and educational methods used in fire prevention; public relations techniques; permitting and inspection software programs, and appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to:
Perform inspections and detect violations of applicable codes and regulations; read and interpret codes, regulations, technical reports, and building plans; complete required training in such subjects as fire prevention and fire protection systems; establish and maintain credibility and effective working relationships with City employees and the public; use good judgment within the scope of assigned authority; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; keep accurate records and prepare comprehensive verbal and written reports; operate a computer terminal to enter and retrieve data; prepare and present professional fire safety presentations to civic organizations; and demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. Ability to operate Fire Department owned vehicles; radio/telephone equipment; computers; flashlights, hydrant testing equipment, and cameras.
Perform inspections and detect violations of applicable codes and regulations; read and interpret codes, regulations, technical reports, and building plans; complete required training in such subjects as fire prevention and fire protection systems; establish and maintain credibility and effective working relationships with City employees and the public; use good judgment within the scope of assigned authority; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; keep accurate records and prepare comprehensive verbal and written reports; operate a computer terminal to enter and retrieve data; prepare and present professional fire safety presentations to civic organizations; and demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. Ability to operate Fire Department owned vehicles; radio/telephone equipment; computers; flashlights, hydrant testing equipment, and cameras.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education/Training
Education equivalent to a high school diploma, with specialized coursework in fire prevention, or an Associate's degree in Fire Technology, or two years of college (30 credits), including specialized training from the California State Fire Marshal/State Fire Training in fire plan review. A Bachelor's degree is highly desirable.
Education equivalent to a high school diploma, with specialized coursework in fire prevention, or an Associate's degree in Fire Technology, or two years of college (30 credits), including specialized training from the California State Fire Marshal/State Fire Training in fire plan review. A Bachelor's degree is highly desirable.
Experience
Any combination of course work and fire prevention experience which provide the necessary knowledge and ability to effectively perform the duties of the position are qualifying.
License or Certificate
The following license and certificate are required to be maintained throughout employment and are not subject to waiver:
Special Requirements
Any person hired as a Fire Inspector after July 1, 1992, shall be required to remain a nonsmoker throughout his or her employment with the San Marcos Fire Department. Fire Inspector shall have no Federal or State felony convictions.
Fire Inspector must live within the Department Residency Boundary. Employees must reside in the local counties of San Diego, Riverside, Orange or Los Angeles.
Any combination of course work and fire prevention experience which provide the necessary knowledge and ability to effectively perform the duties of the position are qualifying.
License or Certificate
The following license and certificate are required to be maintained throughout employment and are not subject to waiver:
- CPR Certificate
- Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
- Certification from California State Fire Marshal in Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D is required. Certification in Fire Inspector 2 series Plan Review, or Bachelor's degree in related field is highly desirable.
- Certification in P.C. 832 is required within 1 year of appointment.
Special Requirements
Any person hired as a Fire Inspector after July 1, 1992, shall be required to remain a nonsmoker throughout his or her employment with the San Marcos Fire Department. Fire Inspector shall have no Federal or State felony convictions.
Fire Inspector must live within the Department Residency Boundary. Employees must reside in the local counties of San Diego, Riverside, Orange or Los Angeles.
