FIRE INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR I

Job Description:

FIRE INSPECTOR/INVESTIGATOR I

Description

Description

Under limited supervision, coordinates and implements fire prevention and education programs and activities; conducts thorough fire and life safety inspections and provides construction and site plan review. Performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties

• Assists in establishing policies and procedures for the Fire Inspection/Prevention Division of the Fire/Rescue Department.
• Reviews plats, site plans, construction plans, architectural drawings, engineering plans and shop drawings for compliance with all applicable fire codes and regulations and for hydrant locations.
• Conducts thorough fire and life safety inspections on new construction and existing buildings to ensure compliance with all applicable fire codes and regulations.
• Conducts inspections for Occupational licensing/licensing removal and for Certificates of Occupancy.
• Calculates fire flow requirements for commercial buildings; witnesses fire flow performance tests prior to issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
• Inspects buildings and properties for hazardous materials.
• May conduct origin and fire investigations if qualified and approved by the Fire Chief.
• Conducts above-ground and below-ground flammable liquid tank inspections.
• Conducts fire inspections for special events; requests stand-by firefighters for events as directed.
• Prepares written plan review/inspection reports as required, noting any code violations and recommending revisions as necessary. Prepares violation notices and citations to appear before the Code Enforcement Board as necessary. Prepares cases for and provides testimony before the Code Enforcement Board.
• Responds to public complaints regarding potential code violations.
• Operates a two-way radio in accordance with system standards and guidelines.
• Researches and interprets Fire Codes. Updates code books; provides input/guidance in the development of related local ordinances and regulations.
• Meets with developers, contractors, engineers, architects, the public to provide guidance and information concerning code compliance procedures.
• Issues various permits and performs related inspections.
• Coordinates, implements and participates in special events promoting fire prevention/fire education; attends community meetings concerning fire safety.
• Conducts public fire safety education talks with school, community and civic organizations.
• Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for fire prevention operations; attends meetings, conferences and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate.
• Operates a vehicle, calculator, computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.; uses drafting instruments, gauges, measuring devices, tools, etc., for inspections and plan reviews.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs general administrative/office work, including but not limited to attending meetings, reviewing mail and literature, preparing reports and correspondence, entering computer data, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• Performs related duties as required.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

Typical Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by six (6) years of experience and training in fire inspections, plan review and/or code enforcement or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess current Fire Inspector I. Fire Inspector II certification preferred. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Supplemental Information

• Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Fire/Rescue Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Fire Inspector/Investigator I as applicable. Understands the role of the position in relation to entire County operations.
• Knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of County and other governmental agencies.
• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge in the areas of fire science, electrical, fire codes and ordinances, etc.
• Ability to conduct thorough plans review and fire inspections, note deficiencies and prepare related recommendations.
• Ability to plan and develop daily, short-term and long-term goals related to County purposes.
• Knowledge of administrative principles involved in developing, directing and supervising various programs and related activities.
• Ability to offer instruction and advice to co-workers and the public regarding departmental policies, methods and regulations.
• Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.
• Knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department.
• Ability to communicate in a persuasive, firm and tactful manner with various agencies, members of the public and County departments.
• Ability to make public presentations.
• Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and technology.
• Knowledge of the use of computers for word processing and records management.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant, physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight up to twenty (20) pounds.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to perform duties under adverse environmental conditions such as excessive heat, cold, odors, smoke, dusts, noise, machinery hazards, electric currents, etc.
• Knowledge of applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the listed closing date or the position is filled, whichever is earliest. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference in accordance with applicable laws.

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, environmental conditions, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This position may be required to work in a safety sensitive capacity at any time based on emergency declaration or other operational need. Nassau County reserves the right to edit or re-write this job description at any time.

An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, theNassau County Board of County Commissionersoffers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.

This position is a Local 3101 covered position and therefore is bound by the terms and conditions contained in the current collective bargaining agreement, which can be found here.

BOCC-Contributed Benefits

• Medical & Prescription Drugs Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions with a Qualified Plan
• Florida Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Certification Pays

Optional Benefits

• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental & Dependent Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits Offered By Aflac and/or Colonial
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Program
• Roth IRA

NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here.

FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS)The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. Employees are required to contribute 3% of their salary per Florida Statute.

Firefighters employed by the Nassau County BOCC will automatically be enrolled in the Special Risk Class with the FRS. In creating this class, the Legislature recognized that Special Risk Class positions are physically demanding and require extraordinary agility and mental acuity. The Legislature has recognized that, due to the physical and mental limitations of age, Special Risk Class members should be eligible to retire earlier than regular members. To that end, the Legislature enacted an earlier retirement age requirement for these members and credited their service at a higher rate than regular members earn so they could retire with benefits roughly equivalent to benefits of regular members who could be expected to work longer.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMIt is the policy of the County to make available to employees the opportunity for training, development, and advancement consistent with the individual's ability, performance, budgetary limitations, and requirements of the County. Fire/Rescue Department employees shall be reimbursed for any costs for tuition, books, and fees upon successful completion of job-related courses offered by the Florida State Fire College or any accredited institution.

PTO LEAVE All full-time twenty-four (24) hour shift personnel who accrue PTO leave, who have been continuously employed for the following periods and who have either worked, been on paid leave, or on the payroll for injury shall accrue paid time off (PTO) as follows:

LENGTH OF CONTINUOUS SERVICE

0-47 months = 16.1538 hours per pay period (420hrs Annually)
48-167 months = 18.4615 hours per pay period (480 Annually)
168-227 months = 20.7692 hours per pay period (540 Annually)
228-999 months = 23.0769 hours per pay period (600 Annually)

All full-time forty (40) hour workweek personnel who accrue PTO leave, who have been continuously employed for the following periods, and who have either worked, been on paid leave or on the payroll for injury shall accrue paid time off (PTO) as follows:

LENGTH OF CONTINUOUS SERVICE

0-47 months = 5.3846 hours per pay period (140 Annually)
48-167 months = 6.1538 hours per pay period (160 Annually)
168-227 months = 6.9231 hours per pay period (180 Annually)
228-999 months = 7.6923 hours per pay period (200 Annually)

For additional information please review the current collective bargaining agreement between Nassau County Board of County Commissioners and the Nassau County Fire Rescue Professionals, Local #3101 International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) found here and/or *Nassau County's Policies and Procedures found here.

* Contract covered positions will continue under those terms and conditions, except in such instances where that agreement does not address an issue contained in the Policies & Procedures. In such instances employees will continue under the terms and conditions contained within the Policies & Procedures.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$24.72 - $40.50 Hourly