POSTED JULY 2, 2024. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11:59 P.M. ON JULY 16, 2024.
THIS PART-TIME POSITION IS TYPICALLY 19.5 HOURS PER WEEK WITH A VARIED SCHEDULE. IN ADDITION, IT IS PART OF A MANDATORY ON-CALL ROTATION APPROXIMATELY ONCE PER MONTH, LASTING ONE WEEK INCLUDING NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS. THE ON-CALL WEEK IS PAID WITH A STIPEND IN ADDITION TO AN HOURLY RATE IF CALLED FOR AN EMERGENCY.
General Description
Under general supervision of the Fire Marshal, Incumbent performs fire code inspections, plan reviews, and investigations, assuring compliance with the Connecticut Fire Safety Code, the Connecticut Fire Prevention Code and referenced standards.
Essential Duties
Performs fire code inspections of buildings and public establishments and prepares related reports.
Investigates the origin, cause and circumstances of fires, explosions, and burn injuries within the Town and prepares related reports and documents. Participates in on call duties for this purpose.
Reviews plans and specifications to inform inspections, review abatement actions, and to assure fire safety code compliance for building permits.
Issues abatement orders where violations are found or where regulations concerning flammable and combustible liquids, flammable gases, hazardous materials, explosives, fireworks and fuel emergencies apply; conducts follow up inspections.
Maintains current knowledge of fire safety codes and standards.
Provides code consultation to property owners, developers, contractors, and the public. Responds in a timely manner to complaints.
Contributes to a respectful and safe work environment by fostering a culture of positive communication, ethical behavior, and emphasis on providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
Other Duties
May conduct fire prevention and public education activities.
Performs other duties as required.
Confidentiality
Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate
Conduct
Observes safe work practices
Observes state traffic laws
Always represents the Town in a professional and courteous manner
Dependability
Regularly attends and is punctual for work
Maintains emergency readiness during on-call duty to include nighttime and weekend hours
NOTE: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility. Incumbent must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications Profile
Knowledge of
State statutes and adopted codes, local ordinances and standards which pertain to fire safety inspections, and investigations
Principles and practices of fire inspection and code enforcement
Principles and practices of fire investigation
Firefighting practices as they relate to fire investigation
state traffic laws
Ability to
Read safety plans and construction plans
Read, interpret and apply fire code
Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
Communicate findings in writing, accurately, clearly and concisely
Maintain records and accumulate statistical and chronological data
Enforce fire code in a firm, fair and courteous manner, including the ability to explain requirements
Skilled in
Interpersonal communication to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Providing a high level of customer service while executing regulatory duties
Physical/Mental Requirements
Physical exertion such as walking over rough or difficult terrain; recurring standing, stooping, kneeling, twisting, climbing and maneuvering through tight and narrow passages; occasional lifting of moderately heavy items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Gross motor mobility as in positioning ladders, and operating small hand tools; and fine motor dexterity as in manipulating small parts,
Subject to extreme weather conditions, such as heat, humidity, wet and cold; exposure to caustic fumes and airborne particles; and potential structural, mechanical or electrical hazards
Ability to
Wear personal protective equipment such as respirators and self-contained breathing apparatus
See objects closely as in observing marks, patterns, and changes in physical characteristics; and at a distance as in observing fire patterns and driving a vehicle
Hear normal sounds with background noise, distinguish voice patterns and communicate through speech
Smell such as to identify potential fuel sources
Minimum Training And Experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years of experience in fire prevention or a related field, which can include a combination of training and work experience.
License Or Certification
Certification by the Office of State Fire Marshal as a Fire Code Inspector, and Fire Investigator
Driver’s License
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Government Administration
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