Deputy Chief Inspector

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

55-a Program eligibility

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

NYC residency eligibility

Job summary

The City of New York Fire Department (FDNY) seeks an Associate Fire Protection Inspector Level III for the Bureau of Fire Prevention’s Suppression Unit. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and help implement training aligned with safety codes and department goals.

Minimum qualifications include five years of related experience and three years as a NYC Fire Safety Director or Construction Site Fire Safety Manager, with relevant degrees or credentials as

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in fire suppression, fire alarm, or related safety programs.
• Three years as NYC Certified Fire Safety Director or Construction Site Fire Safety Manager with duties described above.
• Associate degree or 60 credits plus two years of related experience.
• High school diploma with specified science credits plus two years relevant experience.
• Completion of a union-sponsored plumbing inspection program or plumbing study with four years related experience.
• A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Responsibilities

• supervise inspectorial and support staff;
• develop, implement, and evaluate training programs for new hires and permanent staff;
• analyze needs and propose new programs and training proposals to support the department's mission;
• participate in code development and evaluate impacts of codes/ordinances related to the unit.

Education

Associate degree / 60 semester credits

High school diploma + 9 credits in physical sciences

Plumbing inspection program or plumbing study

Education/experience combination equivalent

Job description

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.

The Bureau of Fire Prevention cultivates a safer city for its citizens, visitors and first responders by preventing loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies. We accomplish this 24/7 by identifying fire and life safety hazards; creating, revising, and enforcing the New York City Fire Code; reviewing plans for critical systems designed to protect and alert building occupants; licensing qualified companies to install and service fire protection equipment and systems; certifying individuals to monitor fire safety conditions; and educating individuals and businesses about fire safety. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Prevention is critical partner with the Bureau of Fire Operations (Firefighters) and Bureau of Fire Investigations (Fire Marshals), providing assistance and guidance during post-fire incidents and investigations; and coordinating with other City agencies on matters concerning fire and life safety. The Bureau consists of Fire Protection Inspectors, lawyers, engineers, explosives experts, and Fire Officers work together to save lives in New York City.

The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector Level III (Deputy Chief Inspector) for the Bureau of Fire Prevention’s Suppression Unit. Reporting directly to the Chief Inspector of the Suppression Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for organization, direction, and evaluation the day-to-day operations and functions of the designated Fire Suppression Unit. The responsibilities will include but not be limited to supervising the work of inspectorial and support staff, developing, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for newly hired and permanent members of the unit. Analyzing the needs and making recommendations on new programs and training proposals supporting the Department’s mission and Bureau of Fire Prevention principles. Participating in the code development process; evaluating the impact of proposed codes, ordinances, and other legislation related to the operation of the Suppression Unit.

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Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Five (5) years of satisfactory full-time experience in one or any combination of the following areas:
  • a. the design, installation, operation, repair, and testing or inspection of fire suppression, fire alarm and/or extinguishing systems; and/or refrigeration or air conditioning systems with a minimum of 5 horsepower; or
  • b. installation and repair of fuel oil heating systems; or
  • c. The formulation, enforcement or implementation of safety standards and programs in the manufacture and/or storage of materials which are potential fire hazards; or
  • d. inspection of premises where such materials which are potential fire hazards are manufactured or stored to detect potential fire and explosion; or
  • e. The inspection of facilities for compliance with fire and building codes and other safety standards and enforcement of these codes and standards for governmental agencies;
• 2. Three years of satisfactory full-time experience as a NYC Certified Fire Safety Director or Construction Site Fire Safety Manager, at least one year of which involved regularly performing any combination of the duties described in "1" above plus two additional years of experience performing any combination of the duties described in "1" above;
• 3. An Associate's Degree in any major or 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university plus two years of experience performing any combination of the duties described in "1" above;
• 4. A high school diploma and 20 semester credits from an accredited college or university with at least 9 semester credits in physical sciences, fire science technology, fire protection engineering, chemical, civil, mechanical, environmental, electrical or marine engineering, chemistry, police science, construction technology or construction management plus two years of experience performing any combination of the duties described in "1" above;
• 5. A certificate of completion from an approved union-sponsored plumbing inspection program or satisfactory completion of a course of study in plumbing from an approved trade school, technical school, or vocational high school and four years of satisfactory full-time experience in general plumbing involving water supply, drainage and gas appliance installation, or in the areas described in "1" above;
• 6. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1," "2," "3," "4," or "5" above. College credit may be substituted for up to a maximum of 4 years of experience as follows:
  • a. General credits from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience requirement on the basis of 30 semesters credits for one year and six months of the experience described in "1" above; or
  • b. Specialized credits from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience requirement on the basis of 20 semester credits including 9 semester credits in physical sciences, fire science technology, fire protection engineering, chemical, civil, mechanical, environmental, electrical or marine engineering, chemistry, police science, construction technology or construction management for three years of the experience described in "1" above.

Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, two years of full time qualifying experience as an Associate Fire Protection Inspector Assignment Level II.

Preferred Skills

ONLY Permanent AFPI'S Level II and Level III may apply. Previous supervisory experience in plan examination, installation and signing off water base suppression systems for this posting.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.