FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Fire Marshals Office, is seeking a Fire Protection Specialist (Program Specialist III) to plan and coordinate statewide fire prevention programs, conduct inspections, and enforce fire code provisions across facilities in Concord and statewide.

The role requires a mix of education and experience in fire-related fields, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain required certifications within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after high school in fire science or related fields.
• Education and experience must be in fire science, environmental engineering, building construction, emergency management, fire prevention, fire inspection, hazardous materials, or fire protection.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plan reviews and inspections of licensed facilities to ensure code compliance.
• Perform construction plan reviews and issue approvals as directed by the Deputy Fire Marshal.
• Inspect occupied public buildings and state-owned premises for fire hazards and enforce codes and ordinances.
• Document code violations and prepare inspection reports; follow up with re-inspections as needed.
• Provide training programs for fire safety personnel on protection, prevention, and inspection procedures.
• Coordinate with city/town officials on fire protection laws and enforcement.
• Conduct fire safety research, code analysis, and participate in meetings and hearings.
• Assist in developing professional fire safety standards under guidance of the deputy fire marshal.

Education

5+ years of fire-related education/experience

Job description

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Safety

Division of Fire Safety

110 Smokey Bear Boulevard

Concord, NH 03301

FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST

(Program Specialist III)

Position #45028

The pay range for this position is $25.40 - $34.14 per hour

See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Fire Marshals Office has a full-time vacancy for Fire Protection Specialist (Program Specialist III), SOC Title 33-2020 FIRE INSPECTORS-L2, which has a 37.5-hour work week and is considered non-exempt.

Summary

Plans and coordinates fire prevention procedures of statewide fire inspection programs, including inspecting buildings to detect fire hazards, conducting plan reviews, enforcing state statutes and local ordinances, and providing training to fire safety and state, local, and municipal personnel.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in fire science, environmental engineering, building construction, emergency management, fire prevention, fire inspection, hazardous materials, or fire protection.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements: Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information.

Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certification in Fire Inspector I, Fire Protection Specialist and/or equivalent preferred. Ten years of experience within a fire department, state fire agency, or district fire mutual aid system.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Must obtain full-time firefighter certification issued by the NH Fire Standards and Training Commission within 12 months of hire, and maintain throughout tenure of service.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria:

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria:

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct plan reviews and inspections of licensed healthcare facilities in accordance with RSA 151:6 II, RSA 153 and RSA 155-A. Coordinates with Department of Health & Human Services, design professionals, contractors, and facility staff to achieve compliance with state building and fire code.
• Perform construction plan review to verify fire and building code compliance and issues approvals when directed by the Deputy Fire Marshal. Assists with inspections of construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155-A and Saf-C 8100.
• Conduct inspections of all occupied public buildings and premises owned by the state in accordance with RSA 153:8-a (d) to detect fire hazards; enforces local ordinances and state statutes.
• Promote effective application of State Fire Code by documenting code violations and writing detailed inspection reports, following up with re-inspections as needed. Works with building owners to achieve compliance with the minimum level of fire and life safety required by the code.
• Conduct training programs for fire safety personnel related to fire protection, fire prevention, and fire inspection procedures.
• Confers with city and town officials regarding fire protection and prevention laws, rules, and statutes.
• Perform fire protection research and code analysis, makes recommendations, and attends meetings and administrative hearings as necessary.
• Assist in the development of professional and technical fire safety standards under the direction of the deputy fire marshal and according to departmental guidelines.
• For further information, please contact Brian Allard, Assistant Director at [e-mail] or 603-223-4289.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Other Benefits

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964