Senior Fire Inspector

City of Oxnard; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard Fire Department is seeking a Senior Fire Inspector to lead inspection staff, perform the most complex inspections, and review limited-scope plans for compliance. The role emphasizes training and direction within the Fire Prevention Division to ensure life-safety standards are met.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills, with knowledge of local/state fire codes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 15 college units of building construction or fire science coursework.
• Four years of related work experience.
• One year of vocational training in civil engineering/construction technology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Performs the most complex inspections for new construction, existing occupancy, and events.
• Provides oversight, assistance and training to assigned staff.
• Reviews plans for compliance and comments for approvals or rejections.
• Leads and coordinates with other departments and staff on enforcement matters.
• Performs inspections of complex fire protection and life safety systems.

Skills

Lead inspector

Customer service

Communication

Training

Education

HS diploma or GED

15 college units in building construction/fire science

Job description

This employment opportunity is only open to current City of Oxnard employees in the Fire Department.

The City of Oxnard’s Fire Department is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Fire Inspector. The Senior Fire Inspector will serve as lead to inspection staff, providing work direction, work review and training to other inspectors. They will perform the most difficult and complicated inspections and enforcement, and will perform plan reviews and approvals of limited scope.

The ideal candidate will have strong customer service and communication skills; a robust understanding of local and state code requirements related to fire protection systems, hazardous materials, occupancy classifications, life safety standards, and fire protection and building construction fundamentals. Incumbents will ensure building and site safety by providing complex construction inspections and code compliance matters.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Performs the most complex new construction, existing occupancy, operational permit, and event related inspections
• Provides oversight, assistance, and training to assigned staff
• Provides recommendations on alternative methods of compliance, temporary certificate of occupancy, and other complex code administration matters
• Reviews engineered fire protection tenant improvement plans and small new construction plans for comments, acceptance/approval, or rejection
• Assists in providing leadership within the Fire Prevention Division

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Building/Construction Inspector, Senior

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Building/Construction Inspector in that it provides lead-level work direction, work review and training to other inspectors, and performs the most complex inspections and code enforcement activities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Serves as lead worker assigning and monitoring the work of others. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs infrastructure construction inspections and/or investigates reported violations of municipal, state and federal codes and makes determinations of required enforcement activities; establishes priorities; handles the most difficult and complex inspection and code enforcement situations.
• Provides oversight, training and assistance to assigned staff; provides activity review, feedback and technical direction related to area of assignment.
• Coordinates with other City departments and staff, outside agencies and other program/project stakeholders; identifies issues and conflicts; recommends and implements problem resolutions.
• Performs inspections of the most complex active and passive fire protection and life safety building systems, and performs fire protection and tenant improvement plan reviews and approvals of limited scope
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 15 college units of building construction or fire science coursework.

EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) years of related work experience
• One (1) year of vocational training in civil engineering, construction technology or related field

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
• International Code Council Fire Inspector I certification within 6-months of employment
• Completion of California Penal Code (PC) 832 Arrest Search and Seizure certificate prior to or during the 12-month probationary period.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Must be a current Code Compliance Inspector employee with the City of Oxnard Fire Department.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• International Code Council Fire Inspector I or II certifications
• State Fire Training Fire Inspector 1 or 2 certifications
• International Code Council Fire Plans Examiner Certification

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment is to fill this position only.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough reference check and background investigation. Some positions that work with or have access to the Police Department may require a polygraph exam. Select positions may require candidates to undergo a pre-employment medical and/or psychological evaluation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:

Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools. Candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period. Internal applicant probationary periods will be governed by the applicable MOU.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing within three business days of your scheduled interview or exam date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Annette Adams at [e-mail].

NOTE:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.