Fire Inspector

City of Deerfield Beach; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Deerfield Beach is seeking a Fire Inspector to perform fire/life safety inspections, enforce codes, and provide fire prevention services. You will inspect properties, review plans, respond to emergencies, and educate the public on safety practices.

The position requires Florida certifications, a valid driver license, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic public-safety environment. You will collaborate with owners, contractors, and city staff to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Florida Firefighter certs.
• Current Florida Fire Safety Inspector I.
• Valid Florida driver license.
• Must obtain Broward County Fire Inspector cert during probation.
• Maintain required licenses/certifications.
• Current Florida EMT.

Responsibilities

• Conducts yearly fire/life safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with fire regulations.
• Inspects and tests fire/life safety and suppression systems and takes action when hazards are present.
• Documents inspection findings; reviews with property owners; prepares notices of violation and enforcement docs.
• Appears before boards and courts to support enforcement of fire regulations.
• Reviews construction drawings to identify fire/life safety concerns.
• Assists with investigations involving origin, cause, and circumstances of fires.
• Responds to and resolves fire/life safety complaints from the public.
• Performs standby fire watches at public events to ensure safety compliance.
• Participates in required training to maintain certifications.
• Provides fire safety education to groups and individuals.
• May respond to emergencies and provide basic life support when certified.
• Investigate fire scenes to determine cause and origin; prepare reports and take photographs.

Skills

Fire inspection

Code enforcement

Public safety

Report writing

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Florida Firefighter Certification

Florida Fire Safety Inspector I

Florida EMT

Driver's license

Broward County Fire Inspector certification

Paramedic (preferred)

Job description

Salary/Step Placement: The salary range listed for this position reflects the full range of the applicable salary step schedule. The starting salary and step placement for the selected candidate will be determined based on verification of the candidate's current salary step, relevant experience, education, certifications, qualifications, and other applicable factors. Placement within the salary range is not guaranteed and may vary based on the selected candidate's verified qualifications.

Purpose of this position is to protect life and property through skilled fire/life safety inspection, code enforcement, fire prevention, and related public safety activities. This class works under general supervision and exercises independent judgment in conducting inspections, documenting violations, interpreting applicable fire/life safety requirements, and working with property owners and the public. Employees assigned to this class must utilize special skills and training to enforce all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and may be required to respond to emergencies and perform tasks as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Conducts fire/life safety inspections of properties on a yearly basis to identify fire hazards and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal fire regulations.
• Inspects and tests fire/life safety and suppression systems and takes appropriate action when hazardous conditions present an immediate danger to life.
• Documents inspection findings; reviews findings with property owners and supervisors; and prepares notices of violation and related enforcement documentation.
• Appears before the City Code Enforcement Board, Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals, and courts of law as required to support enforcement of fire regulations.
• Reviews construction drawings and specifications to identify and correct fire/life safety concerns.
• Assists with investigations involving the origin, cause, and circumstances of fires.
• Responds to and resolves fire/life safety complaints from the public.
• Performs standby fire watches at places of public assembly and special events to ensure fire/life safety systems are operational and applicable requirements are followed.
• Participates in required training to maintain state and local fire inspector certifications and current knowledge of fire prevention practices.
• Provides fire safety and injury-prevention education to groups and individuals as assigned.
• May respond to emergencies, assist in rescues, and provide basic life support emergency care when appropriately certified and assigned.
• Investigate fire scenes in order to determine cause and origin, prepare and submit detailed records, and reports demonstrating results, take photographs of evidence.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Statutory Compliance, or Certificate of Training.
• Current State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector I Certification.
• Valid State of Florida driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must possess or ability to obtain Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals certification as a Fire Inspector as a condition of successfully completing the probationary period.
• Must maintain all required licenses and certifications as a condition of employment.
• Current State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Current State of Florida Paramedic certification preferred.
• Fire plans examiner certified through Broward County Board of Rules and Appeal.
• Additional fire prevention, plans review, public education, or fire investigation training and experience preferred.
• Three (3) years experience performing fire/life safety inspections, fire prevention, code enforcement, fire investigation, plans review, or closely related work

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable fire prevention, fire/life safety, and code enforcement principles, practices, regulations, and inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of fire protection and life safety systems, including alarms, suppression systems, emergency lighting, fire pumps, and related equipment.
• Ability to inspect properties and systems, recognize hazardous conditions, document findings, and communicate corrective actions.
• Ability to read and review construction drawings and specifications for fire/life safety concerns.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate reports, notices of violation, and other inspection records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with property owners, contractors, City officials, regulatory agencies, and members of the public.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently, and apply applicable codes and regulations consistently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, vendors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Performs very heavy and strenuous physical work requiring strength, stamina, agility, and coordination. Duties may require prolonged standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling persons and equipment while wearing full personal protective equipment and SCBA.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in fire stations, emergency vehicles, training environments, community settings, and emergency scenes. The employee may be exposed to fire, heat, smoke, hazardous materials, infectious materials, extreme weather, noise, confined spaces, unstable structures, traffic, water hazards, and other hazardous or potentially life-threatening conditions.

WORK HOURS

Generally Monday-Friday during normal business hours. May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, special events, declared emergencies, or other hours necessary to meet the operational needs of the City.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The City of Deerfield Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: During emergency conditions, all City employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as hurricane, or other emergency situations and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.

The City of Deerfield Beach values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.