Inspector, Fire Prevention

Township of North Fayette; Oakdale (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Township of North Fayette is seeking a Fire Prevention Inspector responsible for enforcing fire codes and conducting inspections. This part-time role involves responding to emergencies, maintaining firefighting equipment, and compiling incident reports. Candidates must have work authorization in the U.S., pass background checks, and comply with the Township's policies. Work hours are limited to 24 per week with a focus on flexibility. This position offers an opportunity to ensure community safety through proactive fire prevention efforts.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have work authorization in the United States.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• Adherence to the Township’s Nepotism Policy is required.

Responsibilities

• Enforce fire code and regulations.
• Conduct fire prevention inspections.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Maintain fire equipment and apparatus.
• Compile fire incident reports.

Job description

The Fire Prevention Inspector ("Inspector") has the duty to enforce the fire code and regulations established by the Township, conduct fire prevention inspections, and carry out other related enforcement tasks. Additionally, the Inspector is required to respond to emergency service calls and help control any dangers arising from those emergencies. Responsibilities also extend to include periodic maintenance of fire equipment and apparatus, compiling fire incident reports, maintaining the cleanliness of both firefighting facilities and equipment, participation in special events, and performing various other duties as needed.

Work is carried out under the broad direction of the Manager, Fire Inspection, requiring a significant level of autonomy and discernment, with reviews conducted upon completion of the work.

Inspectors are limited to a maximum of 24 working hours per week. Their responsibilities must be fulfilled according to a set schedule, with the possibility of working extra hours when necessary. This role is classified as non‑exempt according to the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

The candidate selected for this position is required to have work authorization in the United States and will undergo eligibility verification at the start of their employment. Furthermore, the candidate will undergo a background check, a pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening, and must certify adherence to the Township’s Nepotism Policy.

POLICY AGAINST DISCRIMINATION

Pursuant to Ordinance No. 527, the Township of North Fayette is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against any person who works for the Township, or seeks to work for the Township, based on their political opinions or affiliations, or their race, color, religion, ancestry, age (40 or older), sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, genetic information, disability, use of guide or support animals, or any other status protected by the relevant federal and/or state laws. If there is any inconsistency between this policy and such laws, the laws will prevail.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, decisions regarding hiring, placement, pay, benefits, promotions, demotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs, recall from layoffs, benefit administration, and any other terms and conditions of employment. Similarly, employees are expected to respect the rights of their colleagues.