Fire Protection Engineer

Performs responsible supervisory work and or specialized professional plan examination work in connection with reviewing plans and specifications of proposed buildings and structures and site development for conformance with City Building and Fire Codes and accepted engineering practices.

• Reviews and approves plans and specifications of proposed buildings, structures, and site developments. Performs engineering calculations and evaluates layout and design proposals to assure compliance with policies, standards, procedures, and codes.  Authorizes the issuance of Fire Department permits.
• Provides instruction, advice, and guidance to subordinates and associates on the proper methods of reviewing designs for buildings, fire protection and life safety systems. Assists in developing plan checking and inspection policy. Assists the inspection staff regarding more technical code interpretations and problems.
• Consults with, and provides counsel and advice to, architects, engineers, developers, property owners, and contractors regarding interpretation and conformity with codes and regulations.  Evaluates performance based engineering proposals for fire and building code equivalencies and makes determinations as to effectiveness of achieving anticipated results.
• Inspects proposed developments and existing buildings. Submits reports and recommendations on building conditions and interpretation of code requirements necessary for construction projects.
• Advises and assists private and public organizations in safeguarding life and property against fire, explosion, and related hazards. Studies industrial, mercantile, and public buildings, and other property before construction, considering such factors as, fire resistance of construction, occupancies and storage array of contents in buildings, water supplies and delivery, and egress requirements.
• Reviews materials or equipment, such as building components protection, fire-detection equipment, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems, and advises on location, handling, installation, and maintenance. Reviews materials, equipment, or methods for alleviation of conditions conducive to fire.
• Evaluates laws, ordinances, and regulations affecting fire prevention, fire protection systems, life safety systems, fire or life safety, and recommends modifications to or creation of new regulations.
• Performs related work as required.

Open Entry Requirements:

• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Licensed Professional Engineer – Fire Protection Engineer. If current licensure is from another state, Washington State license must be obtained during the probationary period. 
  • All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our website.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.

Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.

The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100%

This is an online examination and will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided. Reservations can also be made through your local, public library.

Training and Experience examination links with instructions will be emailed prior to 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time on the start date and will expire at 11:59 p.m. on the due date as listed below.  Keep in mind that the test link will be emailed from City of Spokane (info@governmentjobs.com).

• Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, January 13, 2025, and Monday, January 27, 2025, will test Thursday, January 30, 2025, through Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
•  Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, January 27, 2025, and Monday, February 10, 2025, will test Thursday, February 13, 2025, through Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION DETAILS:

• Copies of your college or university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted) may be a required part of this application and will be used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications, as posted on the job announcement.
• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., and copy/paste from a previous answer are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

Test Subjects May Include:

• Training: Licenses and Certifications
• Experience: Plan Review, Public Sector Projects, Fire Protection, Fire Code Application, Collaboration, Alternate Methods and Materials, Engineering Analysis

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status. As a Fair Chance employer, City of Spokane does not conduct initial background screening for non-public safety positions. 

Salary : $97,343 - $137,223