Deputy State Fire Marshal I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Overtime eligibility

Health insurance

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks a Deputy State Fire Marshal I to join the General Inspection Section of the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. The role focuses on fire and life safety inspections of public buildings, investigations of code-related complaints, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, maintaining records of deficiencies, and conducting follow-up inspections; the incumbent will also assist local jurisdictions and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required for the role.
• Two years of experience in mechanical trades installation or inspection or three years as Fire Chief or similar admin in a fire department.
• Associate's degree can substitute for two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of public buildings to minimize fire loss per Kentucky standards.
• Maintains accurate records of inspections and deficiencies.
• Conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections.
• Investigates code-related complaints and documents deficiencies.
• Assists jurisdictions and fire departments with code questions and inspections.
• Participates in fire prevention campaigns as needed.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written

Time management

Teamwork

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree substitute for experience

Job description

Pay Grade 12

Salary $3,035.50 - $4,553.26 Monthly

Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency Public Protection Cabinet | Dept of Housing, Buildings and Const

Location Location Varies

Work county varies to Western Region

Description

The Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Fire Prevention is seeking a Deputy State Fire Marshal I to join the General Inspection Section. This position plays a critical role in protecting Kentucky communities by conducting fire and life safety inspections of public buildings, investigating code-related complaints, and working with property owners and occupants to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards. These inspections help ensure that means of egress, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and other required safety features are maintained in satisfactory condition. The Division of Fire Prevention currently utilizes the 2012 NFPA 1 (National Fire Protection Association) "Fire Prevention Code," as well as the 2012 NFPA 101 "Life Safety Code" when inspecting existing buildings. As a Deputy State Fire Marshal I, you will perform inspections to ensure compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes and conduct follow-up activities as needed.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Performs inspections of public buildings to minimize fire loss in accordance with KRS Chapter 227 and 815 KAR 10:060 (Kentucky Standards of Safety).
• Maintains an accurate record of inspections at facilities including any deficiencies noted during an inspection.
• Conducts follow up inspections to ensure that appropriate corrections have been made.
• Investigates code related complaints from the public on facilities and determines if the complaint is valid. If valid, writes up the appropriate deficiency and sends it to the building owner.
• Conducts a follow-up inspection to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
• Assists local jurisdictions and fire departments by answering code related questions, assisting in inspections, and performing fire prevention campaigns.

Preferred Skills And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Organization skills

Reasons To Work For Us Include

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee discounts on electronics; health and wellness; retail; travel, events and entertainment; and services and education
• Telecommuting and flexible work schedules.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of experience in mechanical trades installation or inspection; or two years in skilled building trades; OR one year as a fire prevention inspector in a fire department; OR one year as an inspector with the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction; OR one year of experience performing fire/life safety inspections with a private industry or other government agency; OR must have three years as a Fire Chief or a similar administrative position in a fire department.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: An associate's degree in fire science technology, architecture, engineering or related fields will substitute for the two years of experience. Related technical training in skilled building trades will substitute for up to two years of the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license prior to employment in this job classification. Within six months of employment, employee is required to pass the Kentucky State Fire Inspector I test administered by the Division of Fire Prevention. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification (s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions Frequent travel within assigned inspection territory with occasional overnight trips. May respond to fire incident scenes at all hours of the day or night.

Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D