Description
We are looking for a Fire Prevention Specialist to support the Salt Lake City Fire Department.
Under the guidance of the Fire Marshal or Deputy Fire Marshal, this role plays an important part in protecting the community through fire prevention and life safety efforts.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting inspections for the Fire Prevention Bureau, supporting and enforcing safety codes, and creating engaging educational programs focused on fire prevention and life safety.
- Providing guidance on building safety, operational processes, and the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Interacting with the public, including in challenging situations, offering an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
The position pays $25.41/hr. - $39.06/hr.
Benefits include:
- Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Paid vacation and personal leave
- Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
- Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
- A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
- Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts general inspections on premises for compliance with fire codes and laws.
- Acts as consultant to other fire department personnel, the public and other agencies regarding fire prevention, code interpretation questions, life safety problems, fire safety education, fire protection equipment, pre-fire planning, and preconstruction planning.
- Represents department at functions involving life and fire safety programs, education, or discussions.
- Performs research for fire inspection, code development, code enforcement, public education, and public information activities.
- Maintains liaison with various parts of the fire department and other public safety agencies.
- Maintains positive working relationships and effective oral and written communication on a regular basis with community, the Fire Prevention Bureau, Operations Division, City Personnel, and other agencies to ensure continuity and coordination.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of two years of experience in communications, fire, or related industries.
- Fire Inspector I certification or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Working knowledge of fire prevention methods, building and fire codes, and the legal system as it affects enforcement of building and fire codes.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints and compare them with construction in progress.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with Department management, supervisors, other employees, professional peers and the general public.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.