FIRE SAFETY INSPECTOR I

THIS IS A RECRUITMENT FOR THE CONTRACTUAL FIRE SAFTEY INSPECTOR I CLASSIFICATION WITH THE OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL. THE OPEN POSITION IS LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE. THIS REGION COVERS HARFORD, CECIL AND CARROLL COUNTIES.

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THE OPEN POSTION IS LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST REGIONAL OFFICE. THIS REGION COVERS HARFORD, CECIL AND CARROLL COUNTIES

The main purpose of this position is the enforcement of State laws in the field of fire prevention and fire inspection in order to preserve life and protect property from fire and other emergency conditions. The Fire Safety Inspector conducts fire safety inspections of new and existing childcare facilities, foster care, and adoption homes. Employee will also prepare appropriate correspondence to communicate observations of fire code violations, maintain records, file related documents of inspections, determine operation readiness of new and existing fire suppression systems, investigate reported fire code complaints and testify at legal proceedings and Fire Prevention Commission meetings regarding disputes over inspections and fire code violations

Conducts fire safety inspections of new and existing structures by identifying the occupancy classification, computing the allowable occupant load, inspecting the means of egress elements, verifying the type of construction for an addition or remodeling project to ensure the structures meet local and State laws.

Conducts fire safety inspections of facilities that require licenses by other State agencies, such as health care, public and private schools, correctional facilities, day camps and migrant camps to ensure fire prevention measures are in place prior to issuing a license.

Determines operation readiness of new and existing fixed fire suppression systems, operation readiness of existing fire detection and alarm systems, and operation readiness of existing portable fire extinguishers prior to occupancy.

Verifies code compliance for storage, handling and use of hazardous materials, flammable and combustible liquids and gases to prevent a fire hazards

Testifies at legal proceedings and Fire Prevention Commission meetings regarding disputes over inspections and fire code violations.

Distributes fire prevention material alerts, new release regarding fire prevention or consumer product safety recalls, or information regarding changes in laws and regulations that may affect the home or facility operators

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: None.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute experience inspecting buildings and other places of public assembly for compliance with fire prevention and safety laws, codes and regulations on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Firefighter classifications or Firefighter specialty codes in the fire inspection field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

1.       Experience performing fire safety inspections in buildings with multiple uses.

2.       Fire Safety Inspector certification.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

1. Employees in this classification are assigned duties in a given service area of the State.

2. Candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening, a physical examination and a complete criminal background investigation before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction record may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

3. Employees in this classification must successfully meet the standards established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 1031) for Fire Safety Inspector I prior to completion of the probationary period.

4. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

PLEASE CONTACT MS. CHARNYCE LESLIE AT 410-653-8985 FOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.