Fire Protection Inspector

Air Force Global Strike Command • Ellsworth AFB, SD

12d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to perform fire prevention and inspection duties designed to detect and reduce or eliminate fire hazards in a high fire expectancy area. The position also develops and conducts extensive fire protection and prevention education and training programs.

The inspector conducts fire-prevention information programs, performs inspections of high-risk installation areas, and inspects, tests, and corrects deficiencies in fire protection systems. Systems may be complex or designed for specific operations or hazardous conditions, including carbon dioxide cascade systems, halon total flood systems, heat-rise detection systems, and interlock systems. The position reviews engineering plans and specifications for new construction and alterations or extensions to existing structures, and maintains inspection schedules and facility documentation on hazards, prefire plans, risk assessment codes, and inspections.

The employee follows health, safety, and environmental procedures and works in a manner that promotes a safe work environment. The position may involve emergency firefighting, work in a Fire Alarm and Communications Center, or participation on hazardous materials teams. It is designated mission essential and key, and includes special retirement provisions for federal firefighters.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 or above in the Federal service, including relevant fire prevention, inspection, training, hazard identification, or incident-investigation experience.
• For merit promotion applicants, one year at the GS-07 level is required for the GS-08 level when the time-in-grade requirement applies.
• Knowledge of recognized fire protection and prevention standards, agency and installation rules, and applicable federal, state, and local ordinances and building codes.
• Knowledge of fire propagation and progression and techniques for reducing hazards in specialized, high-fire-expectancy environments.
• Knowledge of building layout, construction, contents, fire protection systems, and, when applicable, aircraft design and safety systems.
• Knowledge of applicable health and environmental safety requirements.
• Ability to develop and conduct training, education, and information programs; maintain working relationships; communicate orally and in writing; and deal tactfully and firmly with operating officials.
• Ability to identify unusual combustibles or hazardous materials, assess fire expectancy and severity, and adapt fire-prevention techniques.
• Required certifications: Fire Inspector II (including Fire Inspector I), Fire Instructor I, and Hazmat Awareness. Applicants must list current firefighter-related licenses and certificates and provide copies or a transcript to verify qualifications.
• If utilized to fill in or support firefighting operations, additional certifications are required: Hazmat Operations and Airport Firefighter (including Firefighter I and II).
• Must obtain Apparatus Driver Operator - Aerial and Apparatus Driver Operator - Mobile Water Supply (MWS) within one year of entrance on duty.
• Must meet applicable DoD firefighter certification requirements to be referred for consideration, including National Registry EMT as required by the position-specific certification program.
• Must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program and use safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• Must be able to work under adverse environmental conditions and comply with respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.
• Must drive a motor vehicle and possess an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Must be able to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must refrain from illegal drug use and submit to urinalysis testing if required; the employee must acknowledge the position's designation as a Testing Designated Position.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, depending on appointment type.
• Position is designated key and mission essential, requiring uninterrupted performance during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire-prevention information programs to encourage support and involvement in fire prevention, detection, and suppression.
• Develop fire-prevention messages based on actual fire incidents and address relevant topics to client groups.
• Perform regular and periodic fire protection inspections in installation areas with high fire potential, severity, or difficult-to-recognize hazards.
• Inspect and test fire protection systems and correct deficiencies, including in complex or specialized systems.
• Review engineering plans and specifications for new construction and for alterations or extensions to existing structures.
• Develop and maintain fire-prevention inspection schedules and facility records documenting hazards, prefire plans, risk assessment codes, and scheduled or special inspections.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures.
• When required, participate in on-scene firefighting during emergencies, low-manning periods, or standby hours.
• When required, work in the Fire Alarm and Communications Center or participate on Hazardous Materials Teams.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive federal benefits package; specific eligibility depends on employment status and position type.
• Special retirement provisions apply as a secondary position under FERS and CSRS provisions for federal firefighters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed