Fire Safety Inspector 9-11

Employees in this job serve as fire safety inspectors ensuring that state facilities, institutions, and businesses located in the state are in compliance with the applicable fire safety codes and standards as well as various state laws, rules, and regulations. This position primarily covers the following territory- LANSING Region. This position may be asked to assist in other areas as needed.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications: Possession of Michigan Fire Inspector certification or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector I credentials is required for E10 and 11 positions.

Required Education and Experience:

Fire Safety Inspector 9: High school completion. Three years of experience as a fire fighter, law enforcement officer, or corrections officer.

Fire Safety Inspector E10: High school completion. Two years of experience equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector 9.

Fire Safety Inspector 11: High school completion. Three years of experience equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector, including one year equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector E10.

Alternate Education and Experience:

Fire Safety Inspector 9: One year of full-time experience conducting inspections with a municipal fire department, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs or Department of Corrections, or in the building trades (licensed electrical inspector, safety inspector, plumbing inspector, construction inspector, etc.) may be substituted for the experience requirement. An associate's degree in fire science or fire technology may be substituted for two years of fire fighter experience.

Additional Requirements: Possession of a valid driver's license. Michigan Fire Inspector certification or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector I credentials. Candidates must attach a resume, official transcripts (if applicable) and Michigan Fire Inspector certification or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector I credentials (if applicable).

Benefits:

Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance.

Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account.

Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year.

Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases.

Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs.

Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.

Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members.

Professional Development: Programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options.

Requirements: Michigan Fire Inspector certification

Salary: $24.95 - $38.52 Hourly

Application Deadline: 2026-11-04