County of Los Angeles
FIRE PREVENTION ENGINEERING ASSISTANT II - FIRE EMERGENCY
County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
FIRE DEPARTMENT TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE - FIRE EMERGENCY EXAM NUMBER 33773A-FR APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Applications will be accepted from October 27, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until November 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (PT). The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has recently ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to windstorms and wildfires affecting communities across the County. The Los Angeles County Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant II vacancies related to this disaster. If you are seeking a career that benefits the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During the initial work period, performance is assessed; the assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant II. Definition
Under general supervision, performs professional fire protection engineering work involving review and approval of complex construction plans, and inspection of building sites for compliance with fire protection codes and regulations. Classification Standards
Positions are in the Prevention Bureau of the Fire Department. Work under the supervision of a supervisory level fire prevention engineer. Incumbents perform fire protection engineering assignments including plan checks of technically complex structures, and review of fire flow and hydrant requirements to safeguard life and property. They provide technical supervision to Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant I's. Incumbents must possess thorough knowledge of engineering principles, fire codes and regulations, fire hazardous materials, interpretation of legal land maps, and mathematics for engineering calculations. Conducts plan checks of complex building plans such as A, B, E, F, H, I, R, and S occupancies, and specialty projects (high rises, high-pile storage, hazardous materials) as they pertain to fire flow, hydrant location, and access requirements. Reviews construction plans; identifies discrepancies with building and fire codes; provides recommendations for resolving discrepancies; conveys information to the project applicant; generates plan requirements using the electronic permit database; reviews plan resubmittals for compliance. Determines access and needed fire flow and hydrant requirements during the entitlement process. Provides technical supervision to lower level staff including consultation and training on preliminary plan checks. Performs calculations to determine building area justification and fire flow requirements; conducts field inspections to verify hydrant locations; calculates hydrant flow; performs calculations for on-site fire protection systems; performs hydraulic calculations for trees, loops and complex grids. Evaluates requests for alternatives to applicable fire codes and ordinances; provides analyses and recommendations to fire prevention management. Acts as liaison between the Fire Department and other county, city, and public agencies by attending meetings and providing information on fire protection requirements and projects. May occasionally carry heavy equipment over rough terrain during inspections. Minimum Requirements
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I : A Certificate of Registration as a Fire Protection Engineer; Option II : Graduation from an accredited college with specialization in civil engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection administration or fire technology related field - AND - One year's experience performing fire protection engineering work; Option III : Five years' experience performing fire protection engineering work; Option IV : Two years' experience at the level of Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant I. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. LICENSE : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Out-of-Class Experience
Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination. PHYSICAL CLASS : 3 - Moderate: This class requires standing or walking most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information
*To receive credit for your education , include a copy of your official diploma, transcript, or certificate within five (5) calendar days of filing your application. Documents must be in English or translated and evaluated for equivalency. For more information, visit the official policies (PDF references removed). If you are unable to attach required documents, email the documents to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov within five (5) calendar days of filing online, including the examination title and number in the subject line. NOTE: If credit is given for coursework, transcripts must indicate completion of required coursework. All transcripts/degrees may be reviewed for content and emphasis. Examination Content : During your initial work period, the department will evaluate your performance. A passing score is required for permanent employment. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be filed online and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update information. Notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided. Add the following addresses to your approved senders: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, info@governmentjobs.com. You may opt out of emails from LA County but can still check notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of posting closes, as verification of your email address may be required. Supplemental Questionnaire : The acceptance of your application depends on clearly showing that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Provide complete and correct information in the application and supplemental questionnaire. Available Shift
Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For applicants without regular access, applications can be completed at public libraries. More information at the local library site. No Sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file with their own user ID and password. ARDI
The County recognizes and affirms equality and is committed to Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Department Contact Fire Examination Section – Phone: (213) 466-5500 Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov Teletype: (800) 735-2929 | California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 For more information on Employment Information, refer to the Employment Information document link in the original posting.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT TYPE OF RECRUITMENT OPEN COMPETITIVE - FIRE EMERGENCY EXAM NUMBER 33773A-FR APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Applications will be accepted from October 27, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until November 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (PT). The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has recently ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to windstorms and wildfires affecting communities across the County. The Los Angeles County Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant II vacancies related to this disaster. If you are seeking a career that benefits the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During the initial work period, performance is assessed; the assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant II. Definition
Under general supervision, performs professional fire protection engineering work involving review and approval of complex construction plans, and inspection of building sites for compliance with fire protection codes and regulations. Classification Standards
Positions are in the Prevention Bureau of the Fire Department. Work under the supervision of a supervisory level fire prevention engineer. Incumbents perform fire protection engineering assignments including plan checks of technically complex structures, and review of fire flow and hydrant requirements to safeguard life and property. They provide technical supervision to Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant I's. Incumbents must possess thorough knowledge of engineering principles, fire codes and regulations, fire hazardous materials, interpretation of legal land maps, and mathematics for engineering calculations. Conducts plan checks of complex building plans such as A, B, E, F, H, I, R, and S occupancies, and specialty projects (high rises, high-pile storage, hazardous materials) as they pertain to fire flow, hydrant location, and access requirements. Reviews construction plans; identifies discrepancies with building and fire codes; provides recommendations for resolving discrepancies; conveys information to the project applicant; generates plan requirements using the electronic permit database; reviews plan resubmittals for compliance. Determines access and needed fire flow and hydrant requirements during the entitlement process. Provides technical supervision to lower level staff including consultation and training on preliminary plan checks. Performs calculations to determine building area justification and fire flow requirements; conducts field inspections to verify hydrant locations; calculates hydrant flow; performs calculations for on-site fire protection systems; performs hydraulic calculations for trees, loops and complex grids. Evaluates requests for alternatives to applicable fire codes and ordinances; provides analyses and recommendations to fire prevention management. Acts as liaison between the Fire Department and other county, city, and public agencies by attending meetings and providing information on fire protection requirements and projects. May occasionally carry heavy equipment over rough terrain during inspections. Minimum Requirements
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option I : A Certificate of Registration as a Fire Protection Engineer; Option II : Graduation from an accredited college with specialization in civil engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection administration or fire technology related field - AND - One year's experience performing fire protection engineering work; Option III : Five years' experience performing fire protection engineering work; Option IV : Two years' experience at the level of Fire Prevention Engineering Assistant I. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. LICENSE : A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Out-of-Class Experience
Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination. PHYSICAL CLASS : 3 - Moderate: This class requires standing or walking most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information
*To receive credit for your education , include a copy of your official diploma, transcript, or certificate within five (5) calendar days of filing your application. Documents must be in English or translated and evaluated for equivalency. For more information, visit the official policies (PDF references removed). If you are unable to attach required documents, email the documents to Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov within five (5) calendar days of filing online, including the examination title and number in the subject line. NOTE: If credit is given for coursework, transcripts must indicate completion of required coursework. All transcripts/degrees may be reviewed for content and emphasis. Examination Content : During your initial work period, the department will evaluate your performance. A passing score is required for permanent employment. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be filed online and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update information. Notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided. Add the following addresses to your approved senders: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, info@governmentjobs.com. You may opt out of emails from LA County but can still check notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of posting closes, as verification of your email address may be required. Supplemental Questionnaire : The acceptance of your application depends on clearly showing that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Provide complete and correct information in the application and supplemental questionnaire. Available Shift
Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For applicants without regular access, applications can be completed at public libraries. More information at the local library site. No Sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file with their own user ID and password. ARDI
The County recognizes and affirms equality and is committed to Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts in recruitment and employment practices. Department Contact Fire Examination Section – Phone: (213) 466-5500 Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov Teletype: (800) 735-2929 | California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922 For more information on Employment Information, refer to the Employment Information document link in the original posting.
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