Remote Code Official II, Fire Prevention

nc; North Carolina; Remote; USD 53,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Insurance, Office of State Fire Marshal, seeks a Code Official II / State Fire Prevention Inspector to perform inspections of state-owned properties for compliance with fire prevention codes. The role requires extensive travel across the state and participation in emergency response and training activities.

Responsibilities include inspections, investigations, reporting, and training duties, with a 24/7 on-call obligation as part of SERT.

Qualifications

• NC Certification as Fire Inspector III is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing fire prevention inspections on government owned buildings.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience performing inspections for pyrotechnics.

Responsibilities

• Perform required annual and special inspections of state owned buildings and equipment.
• Report fire code deficiencies and coordinate corrective action with agencies.
• Conduct emergency and after hours inspections as needed to ensure public safety.
• Schedule and inspect pyrotechnic displays on state property, including college campuses.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for OSFM documentation and insurance review.
• Provide educational materials, teach at professional associations, and represent OSFM at conferences.
• Conduct fire investigations with OSFM Fire Investigation Unit, SBI, ATF, or local agencies; submit reports and testify as needed.
• Participate in SERT deployments, assisting with equipment setup, maintenance and inventory, take part in full scale emergency training drills, and engage in extended emergency operations in potentially harsh environments.

Education

NC Certification as Fire Inspector III

High school or GED

5 years of building code enforcement experience with Level III Certifications

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Insurance, Office of State Fire Marshal, seeks a Code Official II / State Fire Prevention Inspector to perform inspections of state-owned properties for compliance with fire prevention codes. The role requires extensive travel across the state and participation in emergency response and training activities.

Responsibilities include inspections, investigations, reporting, and training duties, with a 24/7 on-call obligation as part of SERT.