Community Risk Reduction Officer (Fire Inspector)
- $59,818 to $89,727 Yearly
- Full-Time
Department:
Public Safety
Reports to:
Fire Marshal
Pay Grade/Salary Range:
116 - $59,818.09 - $89,727.14
Posting Expires:Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:Conducts fire safety inspections of public facilities (i.e.: public assembly, assembly, educational, institutional, mercantile, business, industrial, manufacturing, storage, and special hazardous structures). Works directly with the public to provide reliable information on all fire safety issues.
Firefighting and/or EMT/Paramedic Services is an optional function of this position.
The following statements describe the principal functions of the job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.
• Conducts periodic fire safety inspections as assigned.
• Assists with enforcement of the Uniform Fire Code and the Minimum Fire Codes.
• Conducts plan review for fire code compliance.
• Inspects construction sites as necessary to ensure compliance with the approved construction documents and the Florida Fire Prevention Code.
• Issue notices of non-compliance as necessary.
• Checks permit applications for fire code compliance.
• Discusses any recommended modifications or changes with contractor and/or owner.
• Conducts origin and cause fire investigations.
• Issues notices of violations or non-compliance.
• Inspects storage of explosives, flammable materials, and other hazardous materials.
• Investigates complaints of fire safety hazards which are reported.
• Conducts re-inspections as directed.
• Participates in promoting fire prevention and safety education throughout the County.
• Responds to fires and other emergency conditions, to include on-the-scene fighting of fire.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
• Follows consistently the Board policies and procedures.
• Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Comprehensive knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department, and by customers, as well as working in the prevention/inspection process.
• Knowledge of Florida Fire Prevention Code, Florida Administrative Code, Federal Regulations, local ordinances, and laws. Knowledge of the principles and practices of fire safety and inspection techniques. Knowledge of mechanical, chemical, and related characteristics of a wide variety of flammable, explosives, and similar properties.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of fire safety and inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations related to the storage and handling of hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of firefighting techniques, fire ground safety, and emergency medical treatment.
• Ability to read plans and/or blueprints to ensure fire safety compliance in new structures.
• Ability to recognize and define fire safety hazards and to recommend effective remedial measures in existing structures.
• Ability to perform prolonged and arduous work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.
• Skills in understanding and/or influencing people when requiring owners and contractors to meet building codes for fire safety.
A minimum of five years’ experience as an inspector or firefighter. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License. Current State of Florida Firefighter II. Current State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I. Current State of Florida or National Registry EMT or Paramedic. Current State of Florida Fire Investigator I preferred.OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:
Disaster Essential.
THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment
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