Description
THE CITY OF PLACENTIA IS NOW RECRUITING FOR THE POSITION OF
FIRE PREVENTION SPECIALIST $80,071.58 - $97,327.52/Annually + EXCELLENT BENEFITS Salary w/Educational Incentives up to: $81,673.02 - $103,167.17 VIEW RECRUITMENT BROCHURE & BENEFITS INFORMATION *THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED TO INTERVIEW FOR THIS POSITION ON TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024* PLACENTIA FIRE & LIFE SAFETY - COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION DIVISION The Fire Prevention Specialist is a NEW role with the Placentia Fire & Life Safety Department. We are looking for a well-trained, motivated, and team-oriented individual interested in furthering their career in the field of fire prevention and life safety. This is a great opportunity to grow with the new role and have a positive impact on the entire organization and community.
Don't Wait; Apply Today! THE POSITION: Under general supervision and direction of the Fire Marshal, perform technical fire prevention inspection and enforcement tasks to ensure compliance with applicable state, county, and agency fire and building codes, ordinances, and standards. This position will provide community outreach activities and develop educational programs to raise awareness and promote fire safety practices ; and performs related duties as required.
THE ORGANIZATION: At the City of Placentia, we strive to make a difference by continually developing our progressive and innovative workforce. Our team works together to foster an environment that promotes diversity, creativity, and respect for everyone’s opinions to ensure a better result for the community we serve. The City believes in a philosophy of continuous improvement and seeks to provide employees with a number of professional development opportunities, including citywide leadership academies, Departmental Retreats, professional coaching, and more. If you are interested in a public sector career with an established agency dedicated to improving the way its employees work, develop, and thrive, this position would be an excellent opportunity for you. Don’t wait; apply today!
Examples of Duties
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Conduct fire safety inspections on new and existing occupancies, fire protection equipment, building plans, new construction development projects, state-mandated occupancies, hazardous occupancies, and other facilities and equipment for compliance with applicable codes and standards and make recommendations for improved fire protection.
- Review, understand, and interpret plan specifications to ensure the adequacy of fire protection systems, appliances, exits, and all specific requirements.
- Issue permits for hazardous operations, dangerous chemicals, and inflammable materials.
- Meet with contractors, developers, building officials, and other outside organizations to advise on state fire code and local ordinance requirements.
- Work closely with Fire, Building, and other departments and agencies in coordinating plan and building review and fire protective services.
- Interpret fire codes for the public and make recommendations for the alteration of inadequate fire prevention systems.
- Respond to and investigate citizen complaints regarding violations of fire codes and issue warnings and citations as required; prepare detailed inspection records and maintain up-to-date records of inspections.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of inspection records, reports, and correspondence, and compile statistical data; interpret fire codes, building codes, state laws, and local ordinances.
- Assist suppression personnel with fire inspections and the interpretation and enforcement of complex fire codes.
- Develop and conduct public education programs and training relative to fire protection; participate in community outreach programs and special events; attend special meetings and participate in professional group associations.
- Review statistics and fire causes in relation to existing provisions of the Fire Code and recommend modification when required.
- Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire science and hazardous materials management and local and statewide code changes.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION: A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
- EDUCATION: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent AND college-level coursework in fire science, fire technology, building construction, or a related field is required.
- EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of full-time experience conducting fire safety inspections and fire public education experience, or equivalent, is required.
- Experience performing related building construction inspections and/or conducting plan check examinations may be qualifying.
- Experience working for a fire protection district or governmental agency is highly desirable.
LICENSE & CERTIFICATIONS - Possession of a valid Class 'C' Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record during the course of employment is required.
- Ability to obtain 'POST P.C. 832 Arrest and Firearms' certification within one (1) year of employment.
- Ability to obtain 'Fire Inspector 1' and 'Fire Inspector 2 (A-D)' certifications from the California State Fire Marshal's Office, International Code Council, or equivalent as defined by the Fire Marshal within one (1) year of employment.
KNOWLEDGE OF Laws, codes, and regulations governing fire protection and detection systems and equipment; Fire protection/detection and fire alarm system design and implementation; safety standards and methods of building construction; development and participation in public information and education programs.
ABILITY TOLearn, interpret, explain, and enforce appropriate fire and city codes and ordinances; perform plan review for fire and life safety projects; provide excellent customer service to the public; communicate effectively, orally, in writing, and electronically; read and interpret plans and specifications relating to fire protection and detection systems; analyze, compile, and evaluate data; organize work, including daily tasks, and handle multiple projects; operate a computer and related software programs and electronic/communication devices throughout the course of employment; establish and maintain positive effective relationships with co-workers, city employees, and members of the community.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Perform duties in both an office and field environment requiring frequent use of a keyboard, prolonged sitting, standing/and or walking for long periods of time; kneeling, crouching, squatting, stooping, pushing/pulling, bending, and walking on uneven surfaces that may be slippery; inputting data into a computer terminal; exposure to computer glare, vibrations, and pitch; lifting, carrying, and moving objects up to 50 pounds in weight; and have mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed; may work outdoors with exposure to all types of weather and occasional exposure to temperature fluctuations, dust, pollen, grass, dirt, chemicals, solvents, paint, grease/oil, fumes, electrical and mechanical hazards, vehicular traffic, vibration and noise (i.e. fire alarms, sirens, power tools) and elements (i.e. smoke, vapors, dust, soot, gases, and toxins); and drive a City vehicle on City business.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Placentia as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
- *THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED TO INTERVIEW FOR THIS POSITION ON TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024*
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of education, training, and experience, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to oral interviews and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment-eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, or until an insufficient number of candidates remain unless exhausted sooner.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Placentia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (714) 993-8141 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
The City of Placentia's Drug-Free Workplace Policy requires that all applicants undergo substance abuse testing prior to employment.
The City of Placentia will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City is concerned regarding a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/ .
SALARY: $80,071.58 - $97,327.52/Annually (Effective: July 1, 2024)
- EDUCATION INCENTIVE BENEFIT (Effective July 1, 2024):
- Associates Degree: $81,673.02 - $99,274.07
- Bachelors Degree: $83,274.45 - $101,220.62
- Masters Degree: $84,875.88 - $103,167.17
- 2% w/Associates Degree; 4% w/Bachelors Degree; 6% w/Masters Degree
WORK SCHEDULE: 4/10 (Monday - Thursday)
RETIREMENT: The City contributes up to 10% of the employee’s base salary into a MissionSquare (formerly ICMA-RC) defined contribution account with a 4-year vesting period; & does NOT participate in Social Security.
HEALTH INSURANCE: City provides up to $1,877.00/month to purchase health insurance for employee and qualified dependents.
- Alternatively, there is a $400 monthly medical opt-out payment for employees insured outside the City’s insurance coverage.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Employer PAID benefit for employee & dependents. The City offers an HMO and PPO Plan to choose from.
VISION INSURANCE: Employer PAID benefit for employee & dependents.
LIFE INSURANCE: Employer paid life insurance & Premium is calculated at employee’s annual salary. Additional life insurance available at employees’ expense.
SHORT & LONG TERM DISABILITY: Employer paid benefit.
CELL PHONE STIPEND: $75/month OR City issued cell phone.
HOLIDAY TIME OFF: 12 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Hoidays = 140 Hours Annually
PTO Time (Vacation Leave): Employee accrues 80 hours annually; 120 hours after 3 years of service & 168 hours after 10+ years service. Annual cash-out incentives available per program eligibility.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE: Employee receives 80 hours annually; prorated for new employees.
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS (Sick Leave): Employee receives ninety-six (96) hours of AHW leave effective the first pay-period in July of each fiscal year (prorated for new employees).
- Annual Incentive up to $1,250- & sick leave conversion to PTO time benefit per program eligibility.
HOLIDAY CLOSURE:City Hall is closed annually for two weeks between Christmas Eve and New Years' Day; the City will provide up to forty-two (42) hours of paid leave during the 2024-2025 holiday closure.
Closing Date/Time: 5/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
