Fire Safety Inspector

Broward County Sheriff's Office; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Fire Inspector to ensure compliance with fire and life safety regulations. This role involves conducting inspections, testing safety systems, and providing training to firefighters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fire safety inspections and emergency response. You will be responsible for protecting life and property through diligent inspections and enforcement of safety codes. If you are passionate about public safety and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with college coursework in Fire Science required.
• Must hold Florida Firefighter I and II certifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire and life safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide training to firefighters and assist in emergency incidents.

Skills

Fire Safety Inspections

Emergency Response

Fire Investigation

Public Safety Education

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College Level Course Work in Fire Science

Tools

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

Job description

1. High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by college level course work in Fire Science.
2. Must possess the following certifications:
   • State of Florida Firefighter I and II certificate
   • Florida Fire Safety Inspector certification
3. Experience in conducting fire and life safety inspections preferred.
4. Fire Plans Examiner by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals certification preferred.
5. Applicant must possess and maintain throughout employment, a valid Florida driver's license without any restrictions affecting job performance. Driver's license must show current address. All candidates must submit with the application:
   1. Certified Department of Motor Vehicles "entire" Florida driving history. Florida driving histories can be obtained at any courthouse in Broward County. Three year, 7 year, and online Florida driving history records will not be accepted.
   2. If you have possessed a driver's license in any other state in the past 10 years you will need to submit an "entire" driving history from that state. For non-Florida driving histories, please contact that state's division of motor vehicles.
   3. The search date for all driving histories must be within one month of the date the application for employment is received by the Bureau of Human Resources.
6. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Such experience must be clearly documented for consideration.

Special Requirements:
Continued employment is contingent upon the ability to pass the exam and become eligible for certification by the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals as a Broward County Fire Inspector within six months of employment.

This is skilled, specialized work of varied difficulty in conducting fire/life safety inspections. Employees in this class are responsible for the protection and preservation of life and property primarily by conducting fire/life safety inspections. Employees must utilize special skills and training to enforce all applicable local, state and federal regulations. Employees perform on scene fire investigation assistance, provide training to firefighters, and respond to emergency incidents as directed. Work is normally performed under the close supervision from an Officer assigned to Fire Prevention. Prevention Officers in accordance with defined policies and procedures. However, employee must be able to exercise some independent judgment in the performance of duties. Performance is reviewed by supervisors through direct observation of work while in progress and, upon completion, through review of records and reports, and in consultations with the employee and others knowledgeable of the employee's performance.

Inspects properties on a periodic basis for the presence of fire and life safety hazards to ensure compliance with local, state and federal fire and life safety code regulations.

Inspects and tests all fire and life safety suppression and detection systems, recognizes and takes action to correct hazardous conditions which present an immediate danger to life; documents inspection findings, reviews findings with property owners and supervisors.

Prepares and submits violation documents for code enforcement action.

Reviews construction drawings and specifications to correct fire and life safety problems.

Appears before the County and Municipal Code Enforcement Board, Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals and in Courts of Law to enforce fire and life safety code regulations.

Resolves complaints from the general public; assists and participates in public safety education programs.

Participates in specified training programs to maintain State and Local Inspector certifications and to increase knowledge of modern fire prevention theories and techniques.

Performs standby fire watch details to ensure that all fire and life safety regulations are adhered to. Provides on scene fire investigation assistance.

Responds to emergency incidents as directed.

Provides training to firefighters.

Performs related duties as directed.

Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing, walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling or crawling while performing Fire/Life Safety inspection duties. Tasks may involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of standing, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, running, climbing, and that regularly involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects (50+ pounds). Some tasks are performed with potential for intermittent exposure to disagreeable elements including, but not limited to, heat, humidity, inclement weather, loud noise, pathogens, violent behavior, and animals. Tasks are performed within the interior of buildings under construction, existing buildings and structures, exterior inspections of properties, marinas, schools, fire and emergency scenes where heightened awareness to surroundings and observance of established safety precautions is essential in avoidance of injury or accidents. Personal protection equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment including, but not limited to, self-contained breathing apparatus equipment (SCBA) and safety gear.

Broward Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Broward Sheriff’s Office will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; computer based test; interview; polygraph examination; psychological evaluation; employment record, fingerprint and background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position and could last 10 to 12 weeks. Reapplication will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

BSO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Veterans' preference per Florida law.