Fire Prevention Inspector

Job

ID222780

Location

Greenwood County

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

AgencyFire Marshal

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: Open until Filled

Agency Information:

Kansas State Fire Marshal

https://firemarshal.ks.gov/

The Kansas State Fire Marshal (KSFM) office is dedicated to protecting the lives and property of the citizens of Kansas from the hazards of fire, explosion, and natural and man-made disasters. The KSFM is organized into five divisions: Administration

The Administration Division encompasses agency leadership, financial control, information technology and public information. Emergency Response

The Emergency Response Division focuses on the actual response to emergencies, including coordination of Hazardous Materials and Search and Rescue, by training and supporting response teams throughout the state. Industrial Safety

The Industrial Safety Division strives to reduce the potential impact of fire and explosion hazards related to the installation and operation of boilers and the impacts related to the improper installation and/or operation of elevators.

Investigation

The Fire Investigation Division determines the origin and cause of fires, aiding in the prosecution of arsonists and seeking out new or unknown fire hazards.

Prevention

The Prevention Division works to reduce accidental fires from the beginning and enforce the Life Safety Code.

About the

Position:

Fire Prevention Inspector 222780

Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Days

Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes

Search Keywords:

Chase, Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Woodson, Elk, Wilson, Chautauqua, Montgomery Compensation

Hourly Rate:

$24.28

Annual Salary:

$50,502.40

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary

Within an assigned district of the state, the Inspector conducts Fire and Life Safety inspections of facilities under the jurisdiction of the Kansas Fire Prevention Code. Inspection work is governed by Division Directives which address inspection preparation, types of inspections, inspection protocol, interpretive guidelines, local agency liaison and limits of authority. The territory that this position covers are Chase, Lyon, Coffey, Greenwood, Woodson, Elk, Wilson, Chautauqua and Montgomery Counties.

Residency within the territory is preferred; however, this will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following

The Inspector independently plans and schedules travel itineraries to utilize time and mileage in the most efficient manner. Work is assigned by the Topeka office and by inspection initiative. The Inspector may periodically be assigned to an inspection team conducting inspections at large facilities. Most inspections are routine in nature; however, special inspections are periodically conducted to support ongoing Enforcement activities or investigate complaints. The Inspector utilizes independent judgment in evaluating the facility; however, the judgment is guided by Division Directives. The Inspector completes documentation substantiating inspection findings. The Kansas Inspection Data System (KIDS) generates most of the necessary inspection paperwork. The Inspector updates KIDS information. At the close of the inspection, the Inspector provides violation specific citations from a variety of statutory, regulatory or technical code standard sources in accordance with Division Directives. These citations and conclusions provide the bases for Enforcement follow-up. The Inspector completes paperwork necessary for time accounting, vehicle use and expense reimbursement in accordance with Division, Agency and State policies and directives. The Inspector participates in periodic staff training events and staff conference calls. These training events provide the Inspector with increased knowledge of Division Directives, interpretations, operating practices, statutes, rules and regulations or adopted national standards. The Inspector independently studies Division Directives, statutes, rules and regulations and adopted codes and standards to enhance knowledge and job performance. Significant travel and some overnight stays are required. The Inspector assists local authorities in fire prevention matters through participation in statewide fire safety organizations and by routinely providing inspection assistance and liaison to individual local fire departments. The Inspector provides liaison to local fire prevention officials on agency policy, inspection techniques and judgment.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensing & Certification

Valid Kansas Driver's License

Certified to conduct Federal Fire and Life Safety surveys within one year of hire date.

Fire Inspector I certification through IFSAC or ProBoard (NFPA 1031 2014 Ed.) or Fire Inspector (NFPA 1030 2024 Ed.), or must obtain the certification within one year of hire date

Minimum Qualifications

Must be comfortable and tactful in communicating with a wide variety of people. Must be able to effectively operate current technology as it relates to the position.

Propper grammar and the ability to draft correspondence addressing multiple issues often of a complex nature. Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the Kansas Fire Prevention Code and the 2012 National Fire Life Safety Code.

Field, code and mechanical aptitude background.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements

Pre-employment Driver's License check

Pass a Tier 2 background check

Recruiter Contact Information

Name:

Stacie Creech

Email:

stacie.creech@ks.gov

Phone:

785-296-0654