Fire Inspector

Sacbar; Beverly Hills, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Beverly Hills Fire Department is seeking a Fire Inspector who will perform fire protection inspections and ensure compliance with related codes while primarily working outside the office in the community. This role requires strong customer service skills and a commitment to public safety.

Ideally, candidates have a three-year background in fire inspection, hold an Associates degree, and possess a valid California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in performing fire inspection duties.
• Associates degree from an accredited college.
• Valid California driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and enforce fire protection and prevention codes.
• Work primarily outside the office in community settings.
• Provide technical support to supervisors.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Public service commitment

Education

Associates degree

Job description

Who We Are

The City of Beverly Hills has a long-standing reputation for providing superior customer service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This characteristic, combined with outstanding staff in all departments, has been a hallmark of success for this high-performance organization. The municipal government (approximately 1,000+ full-time and part-time employees) provides the highest quality safety services, recreational activities, municipal services, and physical environment.

What We Do

The Beverly Hills Fire Department is charged with the preservation of life and property within the Beverly Hills community. The dedicated men and women of the Beverly Hills Fire Department protect approximately 34,000 residents and an estimated 150,000-200,000 daily visitors in a 5.7 square mile area. Highly-trained and properly equipped firefighters respond to fires, rescues, medical emergencies, chemical releases, and natural disasters. The Beverly Hills Fire Department operates the city's three fire stations and responds to over 7,000 incidents per year. The Fire Department’s reputation for exemplary service is underscored by its Class I rating from the Insurance Services Office, an elite distinction carried by only a few fire departments in the nation.

Who We're Looking For

The Fire Inspector works under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Fire Marshal. The Fire Inspector performs a wide variety of technical work in the inspection, analysis and application of fire protection and prevention practices and principles. This position requires the incumbent to work primarily outside of the office and directly in the community thus the ideal candidate is expected to be adaptable and he/she should possess exceptional customer service skills. The ideal candidate is responsive and proactive when addressing the needs of the community while simultaneously maintaining compliance with codes and regulations. Candidates for this position must possess a strong commitment to public service, the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion and act with integrity. The ideal candidate possesses good communication, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. The incumbent in this position will work a 4/10 schedule. Overtime may be assigned as needed during nights and weekends.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of technical and specialized work in the inspection, analysis and application of fire protection and prevention practices and principles. To ensure compliance and enforce codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances related to fire, building, life safety, and hazardous materials; and to provide technical support to an assigned supervisor.

Detailed Job Description

For the full job description please review the class specification at: https://www.governmentjobs.com.

Salary and Benefits

This position is represented by the Safety Support Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Agreement. Additional details may be found in the Safety Support MOU, a copy of which is located at www.beverlyhills.org/mou.

Selection Process

Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job bulletin at the time of submission unless specified otherwise. Candidates shall meet minimum qualifications as listed below.

The selection process may consist of the following components:

Application Review

Please attach all education, trainings, courses, and/or certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications to your application. Required documentation for this recruitment include:
Proof of an Associate's degree from an accredited college (diploma, official, or unofficial transcripts)
Copy of a valid California driver’s license
PC 832 certification

Additional desirable documents

The following are not required at the time of application but are highly desirable. Please attach to your application if you possess the following:
Fire Inspector I certification through the International Code Council (required within one year of appointment)
CAL FIRE/OSFM CFSTES Certification Fire Inspector I (required within one year of appointment)
CAL FIRE/OSFM CFSTES Fire Investigator course work and/or certification.

Applicants who fail to provide documentation verifying that they meet the minimum requirements will not be interviewed.

Assessment of Supplemental Questionnaire

Respond in full to all supplemental questions. Responses such as "see resume" will not be accepted and will result in the disqualification of your application. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as an assessment tool to determine the most qualified applicants for this position.

Oral Interviews

The first interview for this exam is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Experience

Three years' experience in performing fire inspection duties.

Training

An Associates degree from an accredited college.

License and Certificate

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Fire Inspector I certification through the International Code Council within 12 months of appointment.
CAL FIRE/OSFM CFSTES Certification Fire Inspector I within one year of appointment.
PC 832 certification
CAL FIRE/OSFM CFSTES Fire Investigator course work and/or certification is desirable.