Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Perform a variety of technical inspections, investigations for compliance, plan reviews and consultations necessary to enforce the International Fire Code and other related codes and standards; assist in providing fire prevention programs to the general public; and perform a variety of tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the Fire Marshal.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Conduct a variety of technical inspections, investigations for compliance, plan reviews and consultations necessary to enforce the International Fire Code and other related codes and standards.
2. Review and approve plans for commercial and multi-family construction; conduct on-site inspections and identify code-related deficiencies; ensure corrective action is taken to achieve compliance.
3. Review and approve plan reviews for construction projects, fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and other fire protection systems followed by on-site acceptance inspections as required.
4. Schedule, coordinate, and perform general inspections, including, but not limited to construction plans, residential subdivisions, liquor license renewals, group homes, schools, and institutional facilities.
5. Provide consultations to builders, developers and architects to advise as to applicable code requirements; offer suggestions and various alternatives; respond to requests for fire safety information related to code enforcement.
6. Conduct investigations of reported code or safety violations; ensure that corrective action is taken as necessary.
7. Provide technical information to the public and other divisions, departments and outside agencies concerning interpretation, application, and code requirements of the International Fire Code along with methods of fire prevention and control.
8. Conduct administrative activities including, but not limited to, maintaining and analyzing Fire Prevention Bureau statistics, preparing reports, issuing permits, completing correspondence, overseeing budget, and documenting prevention activities through the maintenance of data and records related to areas of assignment.
9. Administer and supervise the Fire Department’s company inspections and re-inspections program.
10. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire prevention and investigations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of modern fire prevention and inspection.
Provisions, restrictions and applications of the International Fire Code.
Construction methods, materials and techniques.
Principles and practices of conducting building and construction inspections.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing buildings, fire inspections and fire prevention.
Organizational structure of City, County and other Government agencies as they relate to the activities and responsibilities of a Fire Prevention Bureau.
Ability to:
Effectively interpret and apply the provisions of the International Fire Code.
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations governing fire prevention.
Read and interpret blue prints and specifications.
Conduct a variety of building and fire code inspections and ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes and standards.
Explain technical code requirements to developers, contractors and the general public.
Comply with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards for handling and securing payment card information.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Speak, read, comprehend, and write the English language fluently.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
Three years of increasingly responsible code enforcement and plans review experience.
Training:
High school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized training in fire prevention.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
License or Certificate
Possession of an appropriate, valid Colorado driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of employment, a State of Colorado Fire Suppression Systems Inspector certification.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of employment, an ICC Fire Inspector I certification.
International Code Council Fire Inspector II certification is desirable.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
The job is performed in the following working environment:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens.
Field environment.
The following condition(s) may be present on a continuing basis:
Hazardous physical conditions (mechanical part, electrical currents, vibration, noise, etc.)
Atmospheric conditions (exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases)
Hazardous materials (chemicals, blood and other body fluids, etc.)
Inadequate lighting
Local Travel
Environmental (disruptive people, imminent danger, threatening environment)
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to see, hear, talk, stand, twist and use repetitive motions in the conduct of work. The employee is also required to perform light lifting.