Fire Prevention Inspector; Class Code 2270

Overview

Technical inspection and law enforcement work to ensure compliance with city fire prevention regulations and ordinances. Investigative work to determine the origins and causes of fires. Public relations work encouraging the use of fire prevention methods.

• Conduct inspections and enforce city fire prevention regulations and ordinances.
• Investigate the origins and causes of fires.
• Provide public relations support for fire prevention education.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Superintendent.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years of experience in one of the following fields: fire prevention, firefighting (with required firefighter certification accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress or National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications), or law enforcement (with required Peace Officer Standards and Training Council certification).
• Certification as a Fire Inspector I by the International Code Council (ICC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or a certification accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.
• Peace Officer Standard Training (POST) certification from a Louisiana State approved academy.

The City of New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, creed, culture, or ancestry. Requests for alternate formats or accommodations should be directed to Shana Parker at (504) 658‑3516 or (504) 658‑4020.

Domicile requirements are currently waived for the purpose of application. All full‑time employees hired into this classification after January 1, 2013 must be domiciled in Orleans Parish within 180 days of hire. Exceptions may be made on a case‑by‑case basis.

A criminal background check will be conducted on candidates being considered for hire. Convictions for felonies or numerous misdemeanors may be disqualifying.

Applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the maximum number of applications has been received. All minimum qualification requirements for examinations must be met by the final filing date unless otherwise specified.

All new appointments require a medical examination or screening before the start of active duty. Good moral character is required of all applicants.