Fire Inspector; Fire Certified

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This is a responsible, technical, and clerical position that focuses on the areas of fire inspection, investigation, and public education activities. These responsibilities are carried out in accordance with NFPA codes regarding building inspection and Florida State Fire Marshal investigation practices. Work by personnel in this class is performed and reviewed under the general direction of the Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Life Safety.

The Inspector will assist in planning, developing, and administering a Fire Prevention and Life Safety Program for the Walton Sheriff’s Office Division of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services. The Inspector will oversee various functions of Fire Prevention and Life Safety activities. This position will perform work related to fire code, fire inspections, hydrant maintenance and testing, plans review of new projects, and pre-fire plans within the County, public information, and public education.

The Inspector’s work is performed under the general supervision of the Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Life Safety and is reviewed through reports, observation and results obtained. Work involves an element of personal danger and members must be able to exercise independent discretion in the absence of a superior command officer. Incumbents perform essential functions as outlined herein according to location and functional assignment area(s).

Performs related work as directed.

• Experience – Two (2) years of experience in an organized fire department
• Certifications:
  • Florida Firefighter II certification
  • Florida Fire Service Inspector certification
  • Florida Fire Officer I certification
  • Florida Fire Instructor I certification
• Valid Driver License
• Must be able to pass the PAT test. Tasks include a criticality component in responding to fire, medical, emergency scenes or other critical incidents, wherein incumbents must maintain physical abilities.

• Regular and prompt job attendance.
• Assists the Division Chief in his/her duties and may perform in the capacity of the Division Chief in their absence.
• Ability to perform fire inspections on county businesses and evaluate them for code violations and hazards.
• Understand, interpret, discuss, and provide direction on NFPA Fire Code 1, NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code, Florida Building Code, County ordinances and policy and procedures.
• Perform fire flow tests on fire hydrants upon request.
• Assist with “Knox Box” operations including opening and closing for addition of emergency contact information and entry keys.
• Testify in court when required.
• Makes recommendations and assists in training personnel assigned to the Fire Prevention and Life Safety Division.
• Attend various fire related training, classes, and conferences.
• Perform plans reviews and public records requests as required.
• Conduct training programs, exercises, and school fire drills.
• Makes recommendations to the Division Chief regarding fire safety programming and materials needs.
• Work with other members of the Fire Prevention and Life Safety Division to deliver fire safety programming to the community.
• Other duties assigned by the Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Life Safety.
• Continually evaluate programs, policies, and goals.
• Perform related work as required.

• Knowledge of code enforcement and ability to apply corrective actions for the violations noted during inspection.
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and use of modern firefighting apparatus and equipment including aerial and pumping apparatus.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with public.
• Outstanding project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the general public under all circumstances.
• Ability to apply fire safety codes and ordinances, and to enforce all regulations tactfully, firmly, and impartially.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and shop drawings accurately and compare to actual work done.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and maintain…