Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Building And Fire Safety Inspector 1 (40 Hour)
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Building And Fire Safety Inspector 1 (40 Hour)
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Building And Fire Safety Inspector 1 (40 Hour)
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Connecticut Department of Administrative Services .
Location: Hartford, CT. Opened: 10/28/2025. Close: 11/14/2025. Salary: $74,010.00 - $94,869.00 per year.
Introduction
The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for a Building and Fire Safety Inspector 1 (Purchasing) position at the Governor William A. O’Neill Armory, located in Hartford, CT.
What We Can Offer
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Dedicated employee parking
Position Highlights
Full-time, First-shift; Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
40 hours per week (80 hour bi-weekly schedule)
Conveniently located close to downtown, with easy access to interstates
In-state travel will be required. See DAS General Letter 115 (requiring a valid driver in license)
Successful completion of a federal background investigation will be required before individuals are certified for permanent appointment to the position.
About the Agency
We are a unique dual‑status agency, having both federal and state missions. The CTMD’s primary public responsibilities are:
To support the CT National Guard enabling the National Guard to provide ready units for Federal or State requirements;
To train, resource and coordinate state emergency response assets, and;
To plan for and protect citizens and their property in times of war, terrorism, invasion, rebellion, riot or disaster.
Example of Duties
Performs on‑site inspection surveys of a variety of facilities;
Reviews documentation, inspects, gathers data and evaluates building interior, exterior, site conditions, building systems and life safety equipment;
Tests required emergency systems;
Consults with facility administrators regarding building, fire and health safety code requirements and corrective measures;
Completes federal and state inspection forms;
Writes citations, narrative reports and other documentation or correspondence as required;
Prepares and presents documentation for conferences, meetings and hearings;
Responds to complaints regarding physical plant or fire safety;
Investigates causes of fires;
Reviews facility related plans and specifications;
May conduct site inspection and feasibility studies for location, renovation or conversion of facilities;
May review facility plans and provide advice to architects, engineers, providers and contractors concerning code compliance;
May conduct in‑service training of department staff and other state agencies as required;
Coordinates and schedules contractors for repair, inspection, and maintenance of facility alarm and fire protection systems;
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of building design, construction and systems; building, health and fire safety codes; building materials and equipment; health facility building requirements.
Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to inspect buildings and interpret codes; review plans and specifications in relation to code compliance; utilize computer software.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience in building design, engineering, construction or inspection including demonstrated experience in reviewing plans and specifications for code compliance for large scale building projects (exceeding 12,000 sq ft and more than one story in height, not including apartment buildings and single family residences).
Substitution
College training in architecture, architectural, mechanical, civil, structural or electrical engineering or building construction or related courses in fire technology, fire and life safety systems design or a related discipline may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Office of State Fire Marshal Safety Code Inspector Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Hazardous Materials Inspector Pre Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Fire Investigator Pre Certification
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Safety Officer Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Fire Investigation School
FEMA Incident Safety Officer Course
DHS Hazmat Technician Course
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Elevator Emergencies Course
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Public Fire and Life Safety Educator Course
Proven experience with Military facility building requirements
Special Requirements
May be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including certification by the State Fire Marshal as a Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, Fire Inspector, Hazardous Materials Inspector or to successfully complete the first program offered after appointment.
May be required to complete ninety (90) hours of job related continuing education every three (3) years in accordance with Section 29‑298(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
May be required to travel.
May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Physical Requirements
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
Working Conditions
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from exposure to building construction sites, fire scenes or structural failure environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year‑round weather conditions.
Equal Opportunity
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
To apply, please use the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center.
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Building And Fire Safety Inspector 1 (40 Hour)
role at
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services .
Location: Hartford, CT. Opened: 10/28/2025. Close: 11/14/2025. Salary: $74,010.00 - $94,869.00 per year.
Introduction
The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for a Building and Fire Safety Inspector 1 (Purchasing) position at the Governor William A. O’Neill Armory, located in Hartford, CT.
What We Can Offer
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
Dedicated employee parking
Position Highlights
Full-time, First-shift; Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
40 hours per week (80 hour bi-weekly schedule)
Conveniently located close to downtown, with easy access to interstates
In-state travel will be required. See DAS General Letter 115 (requiring a valid driver in license)
Successful completion of a federal background investigation will be required before individuals are certified for permanent appointment to the position.
About the Agency
We are a unique dual‑status agency, having both federal and state missions. The CTMD’s primary public responsibilities are:
To support the CT National Guard enabling the National Guard to provide ready units for Federal or State requirements;
To train, resource and coordinate state emergency response assets, and;
To plan for and protect citizens and their property in times of war, terrorism, invasion, rebellion, riot or disaster.
Example of Duties
Performs on‑site inspection surveys of a variety of facilities;
Reviews documentation, inspects, gathers data and evaluates building interior, exterior, site conditions, building systems and life safety equipment;
Tests required emergency systems;
Consults with facility administrators regarding building, fire and health safety code requirements and corrective measures;
Completes federal and state inspection forms;
Writes citations, narrative reports and other documentation or correspondence as required;
Prepares and presents documentation for conferences, meetings and hearings;
Responds to complaints regarding physical plant or fire safety;
Investigates causes of fires;
Reviews facility related plans and specifications;
May conduct site inspection and feasibility studies for location, renovation or conversion of facilities;
May review facility plans and provide advice to architects, engineers, providers and contractors concerning code compliance;
May conduct in‑service training of department staff and other state agencies as required;
Coordinates and schedules contractors for repair, inspection, and maintenance of facility alarm and fire protection systems;
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of building design, construction and systems; building, health and fire safety codes; building materials and equipment; health facility building requirements.
Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to inspect buildings and interpret codes; review plans and specifications in relation to code compliance; utilize computer software.
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience in building design, engineering, construction or inspection including demonstrated experience in reviewing plans and specifications for code compliance for large scale building projects (exceeding 12,000 sq ft and more than one story in height, not including apartment buildings and single family residences).
Substitution
College training in architecture, architectural, mechanical, civil, structural or electrical engineering or building construction or related courses in fire technology, fire and life safety systems design or a related discipline may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Office of State Fire Marshal Safety Code Inspector Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Hazardous Materials Inspector Pre Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Fire Investigator Pre Certification
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Safety Officer Certification
Office of State Fire Marshal Fire Investigation School
FEMA Incident Safety Officer Course
DHS Hazmat Technician Course
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Elevator Emergencies Course
Commission on Fire Prevention and Control Public Fire and Life Safety Educator Course
Proven experience with Military facility building requirements
Special Requirements
May be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including certification by the State Fire Marshal as a Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, Fire Inspector, Hazardous Materials Inspector or to successfully complete the first program offered after appointment.
May be required to complete ninety (90) hours of job related continuing education every three (3) years in accordance with Section 29‑298(a) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
May be required to travel.
May be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Physical Requirements
Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
Working Conditions
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from exposure to building construction sites, fire scenes or structural failure environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year‑round weather conditions.
Equal Opportunity
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
To apply, please use the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center.
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