Fire Inspector/Educator

Hall County•Gainesville, GA

1d•$60,252 - $75,966•Onsite

About The Position

This is a first-level supervisory position. Incumbents supervise fire inspectors, including day‑to‑day scheduling and management of personnel assigned to the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Duties include conducting fire inspections, fire prevention activities, public education, fire investigations, plan examinations, training, administrative responsibilities, emergency medical response, and fire response. Incumbents also perform special projects and functional responsibilities for specific activities within and outside the fire department as assigned and approved by the Division Chief of the Bureau of Fire Prevention. SUPERVISION RECIEVED: Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Fire Marshal; reports to the Deputy Fire Marshal for coordinated issues specific to the division. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises fire inspectors assigned to the Bureau of Fire Prevention ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties listed below are in addition to the essential duties and responsibilities of the Fire Inspector job description as applicable. Provides exceptional leadership by fostering a culture of accountability, candor, inclusion, and transparency within the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Serves as a bridge between department administration and operational staff by emphasizing teamwork and camaraderie. Removes obstacles that hinder organizational progress and reinforces that safety must always take precedence over personal relationships or acceptance. Promotes an environment where constructive criticism is encouraged and continuous improvement is valued over ego, personal agendas, or reputation management. Reinforces that credibility is built on candor, competence, and transparency, and does not tolerate posturing, marginalizing individuals or groups, or self‑protective behavior. Supervises fire inspectors in daily activities related to fire prevention, education, investigation, plan examination, training, documentation, and administrative duties. Responsibilities include scheduling assignments, providing training, conducting performance evaluations, offering feedback, developing and implementing operational policies and procedures, and overseeing equipment inspections. Performs essential duties of a fire inspector in a leadership capacity. Facilitates and oversees the cleanliness, maintenance, and repair of emergency vehicles and facilities at the Emergency Services Complex to ensure response readiness and compliance with HCFR standards. Ensures required reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. Performs specialized tasks including general and specialized fire inspections of commercial occupancies, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, commercial hoods, commercial burns, fireworks displays, and citizen complaints. Conducts code enforcement, plan examinations, and fire scene investigations, including gathering information and evidence, interviewing witnesses, and inventorying equipment. Mains daily inspection logs; schedules and tracks fire inspector assignments and time; completes administrative and personnel records, inspection reports, employee evaluations, and vehicle maintenance documentation. Develops, delivers, and oversees community and department education programs on fire and life safety through presentations, demonstrations, and public events tailored to diverse audiences including schools, seniors, businesses, and civic groups. Collects and analyzes incident and casualty data to support safety initiatives. Performs risk analysis of community safety needs, forecasts future requirements, evaluates the effectiveness of fire and life safety programs, and updates or designs programs accordingly. Participates in meetings and identifies areas with elevated fire risk. Attends conferences, seminars, classes, meetings, and other professional development opportunities to maintain personal and professional growth. Stays current on emerging technologies, theories, and developments in fire codes, fire prevention, fire investigation, fire behavior, firefighting, personnel management, and supervisory techniques. Leads by example by maintaining mental and physical fitness. Due to the nature of emergency services, all essential personnel must remain available via phone during off‑duty hours to ensure adequate and consistent staffing for routine operations and emergency situations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Three years experience firefighting and/or inspections.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the minimum level of qualifications.
Firefighter II Certification
Georgia Certified Advanced EMT, EMT Intermediate, or higher
Valid Class B Drivers License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of fire inspection, prevention, investigation, and plan examination.
Knowledge of department rules and regulations, fire codes and ordinances, fire hazards, and investigation methods.
Knowledge of fire chemistry.
Knowledge of architectural and engineering terminology.
Skill in reading and interpreting architectural and engineered drawings and plans.
Ability to read and interpret fire code laws and regulations.
Ability to react quickly and effectively under adverse conditions.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with the public and with contractors.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing).
Ability to move about by walking.
Ability to move oneself by crawling on hands and knees.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps.
Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or navigating narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces.
Ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, twisting at the waist, hips or knees.
Ability to move about on hands, knees, and feet.
Ability to move/transport items over 100lbs.
Ability to think analytically.
Ability to handle stress and emotion.
Ability to concentrate on tasks.
Ability to remember names and other details.
Ability to examine and observe details.
Ability to make decisions.
Ability to adjust to change.
Ability to be on-call and work irregular hours.
Ability to attend regular work meetings and training.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to direct others.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to operate equipment.
Ability to use a computer/keyboard.
Ability to use math/calculations.
Ability to stay organized.
Ability to use effective verbal and written communication.
Ability to use hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use tools and equipment.
Ability to visually discern differences in color.

Nice To Haves

State of Georgia Certified Fire Inspector
State of Georgia Certified Fire and Life Safety Educator
State of Georgia Certified Fire Service Plan Examiner
State of Georgia Certified Fire Investigator
State of Georgia P.O.S.T. Certified Peace Officer

Responsibilities

Supervises fire inspectors in daily activities related to fire prevention, education, investigation, plan examination, training, documentation, and administrative duties.
Schedules assignments, provides training, conducts performance evaluations, offers feedback, develops and implements operational policies and procedures, and oversees equipment inspections.
Performs essential duties of a fire inspector in a leadership capacity.
Facilitates and oversees the cleanliness, maintenance, and repair of emergency vehicles and facilities at the Emergency Services Complex.
Ensures required reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
Performs specialized tasks including general and specialized fire inspections of commercial occupancies, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, commercial hoods, commercial burns, fireworks displays, and citizen complaints.
Conducts code enforcement, plan examinations, and fire scene investigations, including gathering information and evidence, interviewing witnesses, and inventorying equipment.
Maintains daily inspection logs; schedules and tracks fire inspector assignments and time; completes administrative and personnel records, inspection reports, employee evaluations, and vehicle maintenance documentation.
Develops, delivers, and oversees community and department education programs on fire and life safety through presentations, demonstrations, and public events tailored to diverse audiences.
Collects and analyzes incident and casualty data to support safety initiatives.
Performs risk analysis of community safety needs, forecasts future requirements, evaluates the effectiveness of fire and life safety programs, and updates or designs programs accordingly.
Participates in meetings and identifies areas with elevated fire risk.
Attends conferences, seminars, classes, meetings, and other professional development opportunities.
Stays current on emerging technologies, theories, and developments in fire codes, fire prevention, fire investigation, fire behavior, firefighting, personnel management, and supervisory techniques.
Leads by example by maintaining mental and physical fitness.
Remains available via phone during off‑duty hours to ensure adequate and consistent staffing for routine operations and emergency situations.
Performs other related duties as assigned.