Snohomish County, WA
Job Overview
Join to apply for the Fire Inspector role at Snohomish County, WA. The Snohomish County Fire Marshal's Office, housed within Planning and Development Services, provides safe, livable environments through inspection, investigation and education. The office focuses on fire investigations, plan review and inspections for new construction and development as well as annual fire and life safety inspections for the renewal of certificates of occupancy for existing commercial businesses within unincorporated Snohomish County.
Essential Duties
Conduct annual on-site fire inspections of complex residential and commercial buildings in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and standards; check occupancy permits, fire extinguishers, electrical hazards, housekeeping and gas storage.
Investigate complaints of alleged fire code violations; identify violations and recommend solutions; provide information on county codes, standards and regulations.
Give written and verbal warnings of code violations; send corrective notices, orders and restraining orders as necessary; prepare affidavits and secure enforcement assistance.
Conduct special on-site inspections of propane and fuel tanks, short term assembly applications and permit approval.
Research fire codes and NFPA literature for fire protection requirements and determine acceptable alternatives; communicate findings.
Prepare and mail occupancy permit renewals when violations are remedied.
Maintain written and electronic inspection records; prepare required complex reports and briefings; present evidence at hearings, appeals board and court trials.
Analyze data to determine common violations and develop public education programs and materials to promote voluntary compliance.
Participate in joint investigations with other agencies such as fire district officials, fire departments and state agencies.
Identify and recommend modifications to office policies, regulations and fire codes.
Perform ATC-20 and ATC-45 rapid assessments of structures to ensure safe occupation.
Communicate effectively with public, builders, stakeholders and other agencies.
Other Duties
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.
Certification as a Fire Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is required.
Must pass job-related tests.
Preferred: 3 years of experience in fire inspection or related fields.
Experience with fire inspection is preferred.
Knowledge and Abilities
Building codes, National Fire Protection Association storage standards, International Fire Code.
Potential fire hazards.
Investigative methods and techniques.
Computer skills and electronic data management.
Modern complex fire suppression and alarm systems, construction methods, and stages of construction.
Customer service methodology, conflict management and effective communication.
Disaster preparedness and rapid assessment structural evaluation.
Continuous process improvement.
Ability To
Enforce laws, codes, ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and equity.
Independently identify and define related deficiencies or hazards and recommend effective remedial measures.
Maintain necessary written and electronic records and prepare required detailed reports.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors, peers, associates and the general public.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Learn and apply new techniques and procedures.
Make decisions under pressure.
Read, interpret and apply zoning rules, regulations, laws and procedures.
Organize field work load and data management to set and meet priorities and time schedules.
Present public education programs.
Operate computer terminals and applied software packages.
Benefits
Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plans with low deductibles. The County’s contribution to this benefit is significant.
Flexible work schedules for some positions.
Career development training.
Sick leave: You accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation Leave: You accrue 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including medical and dental, vision, life insurance, Long Term Disability, deferred compensation and more.
Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): County employees typically receive yearly cost of living adjustments.
Teleworking Options This is a field position assigned a county vehicle, and a significant part of the job is to conduct site visits. The administrative work associated with this position can be performed with a hybrid of remote work and in-office work as needed and assigned. Employees may work in the office full time if preferred. A county-issued laptop is provided, and when working remotely, employees must maintain a reliable home workspace with internet connection.
Supervision Employees receive general supervision from the Fire Marshal. Assignments are made by indicating generally what is to be done, the quantity of work expected and any deadlines which are to be met. The employee plans and carries out successive steps and resolves problems in accordance with instructions, policies and accepted practices. The work is reviewed by evaluation of results obtained.
Working Conditions The work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at work sites throughout the county.
EEO Statement Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice.
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Essential Duties
Conduct annual on-site fire inspections of complex residential and commercial buildings in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and standards; check occupancy permits, fire extinguishers, electrical hazards, housekeeping and gas storage.
Investigate complaints of alleged fire code violations; identify violations and recommend solutions; provide information on county codes, standards and regulations.
Give written and verbal warnings of code violations; send corrective notices, orders and restraining orders as necessary; prepare affidavits and secure enforcement assistance.
Conduct special on-site inspections of propane and fuel tanks, short term assembly applications and permit approval.
Research fire codes and NFPA literature for fire protection requirements and determine acceptable alternatives; communicate findings.
Prepare and mail occupancy permit renewals when violations are remedied.
Maintain written and electronic inspection records; prepare required complex reports and briefings; present evidence at hearings, appeals board and court trials.
Analyze data to determine common violations and develop public education programs and materials to promote voluntary compliance.
Participate in joint investigations with other agencies such as fire district officials, fire departments and state agencies.
Identify and recommend modifications to office policies, regulations and fire codes.
Perform ATC-20 and ATC-45 rapid assessments of structures to ensure safe occupation.
Communicate effectively with public, builders, stakeholders and other agencies.
Other Duties
Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required.
Certification as a Fire Inspector by the International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is required.
Must pass job-related tests.
Preferred: 3 years of experience in fire inspection or related fields.
Experience with fire inspection is preferred.
Knowledge and Abilities
Building codes, National Fire Protection Association storage standards, International Fire Code.
Potential fire hazards.
Investigative methods and techniques.
Computer skills and electronic data management.
Modern complex fire suppression and alarm systems, construction methods, and stages of construction.
Customer service methodology, conflict management and effective communication.
Disaster preparedness and rapid assessment structural evaluation.
Continuous process improvement.
Ability To
Enforce laws, codes, ordinances and regulations with firmness, tact and equity.
Independently identify and define related deficiencies or hazards and recommend effective remedial measures.
Maintain necessary written and electronic records and prepare required detailed reports.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors, peers, associates and the general public.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Learn and apply new techniques and procedures.
Make decisions under pressure.
Read, interpret and apply zoning rules, regulations, laws and procedures.
Organize field work load and data management to set and meet priorities and time schedules.
Present public education programs.
Operate computer terminals and applied software packages.
Benefits
Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plans with low deductibles. The County’s contribution to this benefit is significant.
Flexible work schedules for some positions.
Career development training.
Sick leave: You accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation Leave: You accrue 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
Holiday Pay: The County observes 11 paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
Benefits: The County offers a wide range of benefits including medical and dental, vision, life insurance, Long Term Disability, deferred compensation and more.
Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): County employees typically receive yearly cost of living adjustments.
Teleworking Options This is a field position assigned a county vehicle, and a significant part of the job is to conduct site visits. The administrative work associated with this position can be performed with a hybrid of remote work and in-office work as needed and assigned. Employees may work in the office full time if preferred. A county-issued laptop is provided, and when working remotely, employees must maintain a reliable home workspace with internet connection.
Supervision Employees receive general supervision from the Fire Marshal. Assignments are made by indicating generally what is to be done, the quantity of work expected and any deadlines which are to be met. The employee plans and carries out successive steps and resolves problems in accordance with instructions, policies and accepted practices. The work is reviewed by evaluation of results obtained.
Working Conditions The work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at work sites throughout the county.
EEO Statement Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request. EEO policy and ADA notice.
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