Fire Inspector

City of Edina

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

37 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PERA retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Edina Fire Department seeks a Fire Inspector to develop expert knowledge in fire prevention, detection, and community risk reduction. The role includes inspecting sprinkler and alarm systems, daycare facilities, and commercial kitchens, and performing fire investigations as needed.

The inspector will train others, coordinate with city departments, and participate in public education programs. Must maintain NFPA/MBFTE certifications and a valid Minnesota driver’s license.

Qualifications

High school diploma and 3 years firefighting experience, or equivalent.
Must maintain certifications for firefighting, Fire Inspector, and EMT-B.
Must be licensed as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE).
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota driver’s license or equivalent out of state license.
Within one year meets MFSCB or NFPA 1031/1033 requirements.
Within two years obtain Public Fire Educator I and II (NFPA 1035).

Responsibilities

Applies and interprets fire and building codes, electrical and mechanical codes, and various ordinances and statutes dealing with fire safety and prevention.
Inspect sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and special fire suppression systems; inspect daycare centers and commercial kitchens.
Prepare and sign fire prevention orders, issue citations, and enforce fire safety regulations.
Represents the Fire Department to public and private groups and planning teams.
Investigates fires and complaints; prepares investigative reports and maintains records.

Skills

Fire investigation

Fire inspection

Fire codes

Public education

Public speaking

Education

Associate's in Fire Science (AS)

NICET Fire Protection Certification

NFPA Fire Investigator (1033)

Public Fire Educator I & II (NFPA 1035)

Job description

Position Description

The Fire Inspector is responsible for developing and maintaining specialized skills and knowledge in areas of public information, fire prevention, community risk reduction, fire detection and control systems, hazardous materials, building construction and fire investigation. During emergencies, the Fire Inspector will perform firefighting, EMS, SOT or other assignments as directed.

Scope Of Impact

The Fire Inspector exercises independent judgment in applying and interpreting fire codes, ordinances, and statutes and assists, trains and guides other fire personnel in prevention, inspection, investigations and pre-fire planning. The Fire Inspector represents the Fire Department as an advisory member to public and private groups, committees and planning teams.

Essential Functions

Applies and interprets fire and building codes, electrical and mechanical codes, and various ordinances and statutes dealing with matters of fire safety and fire prevention.
- Inspect new and existing sprinkler systems, new and existing fire alarm systems, and special fire suppression systems;
- Handles concerns from public on fire hazards, inspect existing buildings, inspect licensed daycare centers both commercial and residential, and inspect commercial kitchen exhaust cleanings;
- Actively engages in actions that further fire department goals with little supervision or oversight;
- Prepares, approves and signs fire prevention orders, issues citations and takes other actions necessary to enforce fire safety regulations;
- Make observations and recommendations to the Fire Marshal or Shift Officer on matters of policy and procedure involving fire prevention, inspection and investigation;
- Performs or guides others in review and approval of plans and specifications for fire protection systems, building and site design, materials and process hazards;
- Performs or guides others in the inspection and approval of Fire Department Special Hazard Permits.
- Performs firefighter, SOT, investigation and EMS duties as assigned.
Conducts, assists, trains, and guides others.
- Assists, trains and guides other fire personnel in matters of fire prevention/safety, fire prevention inspection, pre-fire planning, and fire scene investigation and evidence security;
- Performs, assists, or guides others, such as engineers and designers, in the testing, calculating, reporting, and interpretation of results involving municipal and private hydrant systems, fire control systems, sprinkler, or standpipes.
- Performs, assists, or guides others in framing, conditional, or temporary certification of Code Compliance, pre-fire or final occupancy inspections involving new or remodeled buildings.
Represents the Fire Department to the Public.
- Serves as an advisory member to public and private safety groups, committees and planning teams;
- Prepares and conducts fire prevention/public education programs for the public such as, school aged children, safety camps, seniors, juvenile fire setters, business staff, and other civic groups;
- Performs, assists or guides others in the preparation and delivery of fire safety information and awareness by demonstration, media, training or other means.
Investigates fires and/or complaints and handles all corresponding duties.
- Investigate fires as requested by Fire Officers, independently or as a member of a team.
- Conducts, and maintains records of interviews and witness statements.
- Prepares investigative reports and maintains records on all matters of fire investigation, inspection or plan review;
- Investigates complaints and takes action to resolve questions in accordance with Department policy and practice.
- Performs photography, sketches, and evidence collection while maintaining proper chain of evidence procedures.
- Coordinates fire prevention activities with other city departments as necessary.
- Maintains the highest ethical standards and public trust.
- Coordinates fire prevention activities with other City departments as necessary.
- Performs other duties and activities assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The job requires a high school diploma and three years of firefighting experience, or equivalent. Must maintain certifications for firefighting, Fire Inspector, and EMT-B. Must be licensed as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE). Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota driver's license or equivalent out of state license.

Within one year meets requirements of Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board (MFSCB) or equivalent of Fire Inspector First Responder and Fire Inspector (NFPA) 1031; Fire Investigator (NFPA) 1033.

Acquires within two years Public Fire Educator I and 2 (NFPA) 1035 or equivalent; other certifications as determined by the Fire Marshal.

Desired Qualifications

An associate’s in applied science degree in Fire Science or equivalent. NICET certification in fire protection or Fire Protection Engineer, National Fire Investigator certification or equivalent. Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Plan review experience. Community risk reduction education and experience.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required For Successful Job Performance

Knowledge of basic and advanced fire investigation.
Knowledge of basic and advanced fire inspection.
Knowledge of fire sprinkler design and application.
Knowledge of fire alarm design and application.
Knowledge of building and fire codes.
Knowledge of public fire education.
Basic familiarity with common mechanical and electrical codes.
Basic familiarity with emergency management planning principles and practices
Ability to speak in public to provide education and training programs.
Good interpersonal skills, including demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with employees and the public.
Ability to maintain highest confidentiality when dealing with sensitive or private information.

Physical And Mental Requirements

Physical effort for inspections is light most of the time, with lifting or carrying limited to 25 pounds intermittently. There is a need to deliver training and education, which may involve several hours of public speaking in front of employee groups and the public. Report preparation and writing will at times require use of a keyboard.

Firefighting requires the ability to stand, climb ladders, balance, kneel, stoop, crouch, and reach; to walk or run on uneven surfaces; and to drag in excess of 150 pounds. There is frequent lifting, pushing or pulling of up to 50 pounds and regular moving of objects up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions

Inspection work is performed in a normal office environment or at sites being evaluated or inspected. Walking, including the use of stairs, occasional driving or riding is required. Occasional exposure to loud noise may be expected.

Firefighting and EMS involves calls to emergency situations. There is exposure to very disagreeable working conditions such as fumes, fire, smoke, extreme weather conditions including ice, snow, extremely high and low temperatures, humidity, rain, dirt, and mud. The work involves exposure to hazardous conditions such as toxic chemicals, slippery conditions, working in traffic areas and adverse road conditions. Emergency scenes may present exposure to injury, trauma, blood-borne pathogens, traffic accidents, and visual and emotional trauma. Staff is required to take appropriate safety precautions and wear protective equipment.

Fire investigators may be exposed to extended work periods, extremes of weather/temperature, uneven terrain, trip, fall and electrical hazards, byproducts of combustion, adverse sights, smells and textures and situations.

Position contingent upon background check, medical exams and drug testing.

Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this job at any time.

Full Time Employee Benefits

The City of Edina offers a competitive benefits package and uses a “cafeteria plan” model, which gives the employee a monthly sum of money and allows them the flexibility to choose how to spend it on the various benefits offered. All insurance coverage takes effect the 1st of the month following date of employment.

Medical: 9 plans to choose from through Health Partners. All individual plans are fully covered and have leftover money towards other benefits. Family health insurance is also low cost and high quality.
Dental: 2 plans to choose from through Health Partners depending on your dental needs.
Vision: Supplemental Vision plan for glasses and contacts.
Long & Short-Term Disability: All full-time employees receive Long Term disability at no cost, with an option to purchase short term disability.
Life insurance: All full-time employees receive a $20,000 Basic Life policy at no cost, with an additional buy up option.
Retirement: All public employees are required by the State to participate in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). 6.5% of the employee's gross wage or salary is matched with a 7.5% contribution from the City. Some Police and Fire employees are mandated to participate in PERA at a rate of 11.8% of their gross wage or salary, matched by 17.70% contribution by the City. 457 Deferred Compensation plans are also available.
Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Care plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free and confidential service for all employees and their families.

Vacation/Sick Leave/Holidays

Paid vacation is available to all regular full-time employees and begins with accruing 3.69 hours/paycheck (12 days per year). The amount increases as the years of service increase.
Sick leave accrues at 3.69 hours/paycheck (12 days per year).
Each regular full-time employee is eligible for 13 paid holidays during the year.
Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of partial income for bonding leave, provided through the Minnesota Paid Leave Law.

Part Time & Seasonal Employee Benefits

Extended Part-time (30-39 hours/week year-round): Eligible for Health Insurance, 13 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Regular Part-time (20-29 hours/week year-round): Eligible for 6 paid holidays, Retirement, and Employee Assistance (EAP) Program. Employees also accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Flexible Part-time and Seasonal employees: Employees accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked and are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Individual benefits may vary slightly depending on the specific position, full or part-time status or union contract.

Supplemental Questionnaire

01. Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

02. Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)?

03. Do you have at least three years of firefighting experience, or equivalent experience?

04. If yes, please briefly describe your experience.

05. Are you currently licensed by the Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board (EMSRB) as an EMT-Basic (EMT-B)?

06. Are you currently licensed as a firefighter by the Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training and Education (MBFTE)?

07. Do you have a valid Minnesota driver’s license or an equivalent valid out-of-state license?

08. This position requires that, within one year of hire, you meet the requirements of the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board (MFSCB), or the equivalent, for Fire Inspector First Responder and Fire Inspector (NFPA 1031) and Fire Investigator (NFPA 1033). Which of the following do you currently hold? (Select all that apply)

Fire Inspector First Responder
Fire Inspector (NFPA 1031)
Fire Investigator (NFPA 1033)
None of the above, but I am willing to obtain them within one year of hire

09. This position requires that, within two years of hire, you obtain Public Fire Educator I and II (NFPA 1035), or the equivalent, along with any other certifications determined by the Fire Marshal. Which best describes your status?

I currently hold Public Fire Educator I and II (NFPA 1035) or equivalent
I hold Public Fire Educator I only
I do not currently hold this certification, but I am willing to obtain it within two years of hire

10. Which of the following best describes your years of professional experience in the fire service?