Code Official II

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Health Plan (Aetna)

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) seeks a State Fire Prevention Inspector to conduct inspections of state owned properties for compliance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code and NFPA standards. You will identify life safety hazards, prepare reports, and support fire investigations.

Responsibilities include inspections, training duties, and potential disaster-related inspections.

Qualifications

• NC Certification as Fire Inspector III is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing fire prevention inspections on government owned buildings.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing inspections for pyrotechnics.

Responsibilities

• Perform annual and special inspections of state owned buildings and equipment.
• Report fire code deficiencies and coordinate corrective action with agencies.
• Conduct emergency and after hours inspections as needed to ensure public safety.
• Schedule and inspect pyrotechnic displays on state property, including college campuses.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for OSFM documentation and insurance review.
• Provide educational materials, teach at professional associations, and represent OSFM at conferences.
• Conduct fire investigations with OSFM Fire Investigation Unit, SBI, ATF, or local agencies; submit reports and testify as needed.
• Participate in SERT deployments, assisting with equipment setup, maintenance and inventory, take part in full scale emergency training drills, and engage in extended emergency operations in potentially harsh environments.

Skills

NC Certification as Fire Inspector III

Fire prevention inspections

Pyrotechnics inspections

Education

High school diploma or GED

Level III Code Official Certifications (2)

Job description

AgencyDept of Insurance

DivisionOffice of State Fire Marshal

Job Classification TitleCode Official II (S)

Position Number60013540

GradeNC14

About UsThe mission of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is to promote a stable insurance market through unbiased regulation and to protect the lives and property of every citizen in all 100 counties while fostering superior, user-friendly service, courtesy, and respect. Our agency licenses insurance agents, adjusters, bail bondsmen and more, along with investigating fraud matters involving insurance consumers and any entity or individual regulated by the Department. In an ever-changing environment, it is the vision of the Department of Insurance to maintain the stabilization of the insurance industry in order to provide more products, competitive prices and consumer protection.

Description of WorkAbout UsThe mission of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is to ensure the safety and well‑being of North Carolina's citizens by providing expert fire cause investigations, training for first responders, and enforcing state building codes. OSFM's divisions work together to protect lives and property through comprehensive fire safety programs and services.

With eight key divisions - Codes and Interpretations, Field Services, Risk Management, Licensing and Certifications, Ratings/Grants/GIS/Foam, Fire & Rescue Training/Commission/RPD, Fire Investigation Unit, and Community Risk Reduction - the dedicated staff at OSFM take on a diverse range of essential responsibilities, directly impacting the safety of North Carolina's citizens. From training fire and rescue personnel and enforcing state building codes to procuring property insurance for state‑owned structures and scrutinizing construction plans for government projects, OSFM fulfills a crucial role in safeguarding lives and property across North Carolina.

If you’re interested in a career that helps make North Carolina a safer and better place to live while working with some of the best professionals in the industry, apply today!

For more information about OSFM:

Description of Work:Position 60013540 - Code Official II / State Fire Prevention Inspector

Recruitment Salary Range: $52,592 – $82,400

Salary Grade: NC14

*This posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the end date.

This position is home based/remote and requires extensive travel throughout the state, from Charlotte to Brunswick, including overnight stays, and occasional weekend hours.

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal is seeking a knowledgeable and committed State Fire Prevention Inspector to conduct inspections of state owned properties for compliance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code and applicable NFPA standards. This position identifies life safety hazards, prepares inspection reports, assists with code interpretations, and supports fire investigations. The role may also include training responsibilities and disaster related inspections. The position serves on the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) with 24/7 on call responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform required annual and special inspections of state owned buildings and equipment.
• Report fire code deficiencies and coordinate corrective action with agencies.
• Conduct emergency and after hours inspections as needed to ensure public safety.
• Schedule and inspect pyrotechnic displays on state property, including college campuses.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for OSFM documentation and insurance review.
• Provide educational materials, teach at professional associations, and represent OSFM at conferences.
• Conduct fire investigations with OSFM Fire Investigation Unit, SBI, ATF, or local agencies; submit reports and testify as needed.
• Participate in SERT deployments, assisting with equipment setup, maintenance and inventory, take part in full scale emergency training drills, and engage in extended emergency operations in potentially harsh environments.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• NC Certification as Fire Inspector III
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing fire prevention inspections on government owned buildings
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing inspections for pyrotechnics

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED); and 5 years of building code enforcement experience with a minimum of 2 Level III Code Official Certifications, or experience as a supervisor, director, or chief code official of a jurisdiction; or 2 years of code enforcement experience as a supervisor, director or chief code official of a jurisdiction, and 4 years of journey level construction experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications

Must possess a minimum of two of the following trades:(Building, Fire, Electrical) and a maximum of four North Carolina Code Officials Qualifications Board Standard Level III Certificates, with three in Building, Fire, Electrical, and one in Plumbing, or Mechanical, or pre‑qualify for a minimum of two of the following trades:(Building, Fire, Electrical) at the time of hire and obtain all certifications within one year.

Benefits of NC State Employment:

We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family‑friendly benefits. Benefits include:12 Annual paid HolidaysNorth Carolina State Health Plan administered by AETNASupplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and VisionNC State Retirement (TSERS)WeSave Employee DiscountsTo learn more about employee perks/benefits:Why Work For NC?NC OSHR: Benefits

Supplemental and Contact Information:

For consideration of this vacancy, all applicants must complete and submit a state employment application by 11:59 pm the night before the closing date; otherwise, the application will be deemed untimely and will not be processed.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. Any information omitted from your application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Applications with "see attached" or resumes in lieu of completed education and work experience will be deemed incomplete and will not be eligible for consideration for the vacancy. Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Academic degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions and will be verified.

The Department of Insurance/OSFM may conduct criminal history checks of all job applicants recommended for employment. Failure to accurately acknowledge information on criminal convictions on the state application form will be grounds for non-consideration of applications, disciplinary action, and possible criminal prosecution.

The Department of Insurance/OSFM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and uses the merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified individuals. Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference under N.C.G.S. 126-81 must submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. This information may be attached to the online application or be faxed on or before the closing date. Applicants who are former members of the North Carolina National Guard or North Carolina Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. Applicants may check the status of their application for a vacancy at any time by logging in to the government jobs system. Once the applicant has logged in, the status of each submitted application is documented next to each vacancy for which they have applied.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.