Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Inspectors will be assigned to one of two sections; Construction or Code Compliance

Code Compliance

The purpose of this position is to accomplish inspections of existing facilities for code compliance. Incumbents perform primary and follow-up inspections of existing facilities as a primary duty. The incumbent is also responsible for responding to and resolving complaints; inspection at special events; issuing permits, warnings and order notices; and other compliance and enforcement related work. Assignments may also include Public Education presentations and programs. Contacts with others are extensive and sensitive.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conducts inspections of construction projects to ensure compliance with adopted fire codes, national standards, and approved construction plans. Escalates all concerns appropriately to supervisor
• Represents the Fire Marshal’s Office in a professional, courteous manner Approaches decisions as a partner stakeholder in the project and/or business and is solution oriented.
• Conducts inspections of existing businesses, facilities, and buildings for fire code compliance; issues permits, warnings, and order notices; and performs follow-up compliance and enforcement work while using independent judgment. Escalates all concerns appropriately to supervisor
• Documents deficiencies and violations, and provides guidance for compliance. Responds to and resolves complaints from internal and external customer
• Maintains detailed records of inspection activities.
• Compiles data; completes necessary reports, forms, computer input and other documentation as needed
• Represents the District to developers, the public, homeowner groups, the business community and other public agencies.
• Works closely with other local government building and community development departments in the coordination of the inspection process. Coordinates with other members within the Fire Marshal’s Office, as appropriate
• May serve on internal District committees as assigned
• May be required to occasionally give presentations at public education event
• May be required to prepare for and testify in civil or criminal court proceeding
• May conduct plan reviews at the discretion of the Assistant Fire Marshal. Researches codes and standards in order to maintain current knowledge of inspection issues
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs) 

• Knowledge of modern fire prevention principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment
• Knowledge of building, electrical, mechanical, and fire codes
• Knowledge of inspection techniques
• Working knowledge of fire suppression techniques and equipment
• Knowledge of fire behavior
• Knowledge of the code enforcement process
• Knowledge of construction documents and drawings
• Knowledge of construction management techniques
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Knowledge of fire district emergency operations
• Skills in problem resolution using independent judgment
• Skills in communications and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, business owners, and construction personnel
• Inspection documentation, record keeping, and data entry skills
• Skill in time and resource management and in recordkeeping
• Ability to follow through on projects with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently
• Skill in setting priorities

EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

Requires frequent use of equipment including: personal computer (including various software packages, databases, and spreadsheet programs), SMFR vehicles, portable radios, calculators, telephones, facsimile machines, copy machines, printers, and other general office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use hands, fingers, handle, feel or operate objects. Also includes: climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, and seeing. The incumbent is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. 

Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and walk on uneven terrain and surfaces.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision acuity and the ability to adjust his or her focus, allowing a broad field of vision.

Must be able to hear and differentiate sounds, such as fire alarm signals. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Some work is performed in an office environment. The work environment also includes inside and outdoor facilities. Various operations and processes may be encountered, including but not limited to, educational, industrial, storage, manufacturing, business, office, retail, food preparation and service operations.  Some work sites may have hazardous materials or processes present.

Will occasionally work on emergency scenes, in damaged structures, on construction sites, and on uneven terrain.

May be exposed to: wet/humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high or precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions such as extreme hot or cold; high noise levels; risk of electrical shock, radiation, vibration; and/or explosives.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and are in no way construed or perceived to be exhaustive.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as requirements of the job change.

BENEFITS

South Metro Fire Rescue’s compensation philosophy is designed to attract and retain highly skilled and motivated employees. As such, SMFR’s compensation is more than base pay. All  regular fulltime SMFR employees enjoy a total compensation package including: base wages, leave accruals, medical, dental, vision and life insurance employer paid premiums, Retiree Health Savings, Death & Disability and employer paid pension contributions as well as a positive work culture including a robust Fitness, Wellness and Rehabilitation Program, educational opportunities and support, job security and other positive non-monetary values which are intended to collectively position SMFR as an employer of choice in its geographic area. SMFR recognizes that being an employer of choice has different meaning to different people depending on what elements a person highly values. But SMFR's overall goal is to be a great place to work.

Requirements

MINIMUM  QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree from an accredited college in Fire Sciences, Construction Management, Building Construction, Plan Review is preferred
• Experience in firefighting, fire inspection or fire code-related building inspection is desired
• Experience using a computer with general knowledge of database and word processing systems in order to prepare reports and maintain the Fire Marshal’s Office records
• Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with the SMFR’s Driving Records Policy
• Maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license
• Must have and maintain International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification
• Must have or obtain the following certifications and licenses with 6 months of hire:
  • International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector II
  • Colorado Division of Fire Prevention & Control Fire Inspector II
  • Maintain Red Cross CPR for the professional rescuer (or an approved equivalent)
  • ICS-100, ICS-200, FEMA IS-700, 800