Fire Inspector (Fire Certified)

This is a responsible, technical, and clerical position that focuses on the areas of fire inspection, investigation, and public education activities. These responsibilities are carried out in accordance with NFPA codes regarding building inspection and Florida State Fire Marshal investigation practices. Work by personnel in this class is performed and reviewed under the general direction of the Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Life Safety. The Inspector will assist in planning, developing, and administering of a Fire Prevention and Life Safety Program for the Walton Sheriff's Office Division of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services. The Inspector will oversee various functions of Fire Prevention and Life Safety activities. This position will perform work related to fire code, fire inspections, hydrant maintenance and testing, plans review of new projects, and pre-fire plans within the County, public information, and public education.

Essential Job Functions: Regular and prompt job attendance. Assists the Division Chief in his/her duties and may perform in the capacity of the Division Chief in their absence. Ability to perform fire inspections on county businesses and evaluate them for code violations and hazards. Ability to understand, interpret, discuss, and provide direction on NFPA Fire Code 1, NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code, Florida Building Code, County ordinances and policy and procedures. Performs fire flow tests on fire hydrants upon request. Assists with "Knox Box" operations including opening and closing for addition of emergency contact information and entry keys. Testifies in court when required to do so. Makes recommendations and assists in training personnel assigned to the Fire Prevention and Life Safety Division. Attends various fire related training, classes, and conferences. Performs plans reviews and public records requests as required. Conducts training programs, exercises, and school fire drills. Makes recommendations to the Division Chief of Fire Prevention's office as to desired fire safety programming and materials needs. Works with other members of the Fire Prevention and Life Safety Division to deliver fire safety programming to the community.

Benefits: 24-Hour Access to 2 Agency Gyms, Florida State Retirement System - 3% Employee Contribution, Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Annual Leave, Sick Leave & Paid Holidays, Deferred Compensation Plans Available, Tuition Assistance for College Courses, Physical Fitness Program: Participants Can Earn up to $2,160 Per Year, Firefighter's Supplemental Compensation Program: Incentive Pay for College Degrees.

Requirements: Two (2) years of experience in an organized fire department, Florida Firefighter II certification, Florida Fire Service Inspector certification, Florida Fire Officer I certification, Florida Fire Instructor I certification, Valid Driver License, ability to pass PAT test

Salary: Depends On Qualifications

Application Deadline: Continuous