FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST - 43000247

State of Florida • Jacksonville, FL

413d • $48,668 - $48,668

About The Position

The Fire Protection Specialist is responsible for conducting fire safety inspections, enforcing fire prevention laws, and ensuring compliance with fire and life safety standards in state-owned and leased buildings. This role involves planning, organizing, and coordinating inspection activities across a multi-county area, as well as investigating violations and providing expert testimony in legal proceedings.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Fire Safety Inspector Certification in accordance with F.S. 633.
• A valid Florida driver's license.
• One (1) year experience in fire code enforcement or building code enforcement.
• Experience conducting building construction inspections relating to fire code enforcement.
• One (1) year of experience working with computers with a Windows operating system.
• Familiarity with Florida Statutes 633 and Florida Administrative Code 69A governing fire prevention requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience conducting or preparing public outreach programs relating to fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and administer all activities related to statutory inspection activities in a multi-county area.
• Perform fire safety inspections of all components of state-owned buildings and facilities.
• Enforce all laws under the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal relating to the prevention of fires and other conditions liable to cause injury or property damage.
• Conduct comprehensive technical inspections of fire protection and suppression systems.
• Inspect and approve new construction and renovations prior to occupancy in state-owned buildings and facilities.
• Provide written reports as mandated by Florida Statutes, and in accordance with Department, Division, and Bureau policies.
• Review construction documents to ensure compliance with fire and life safety standards.
• Conduct inspections of fire protection contractors and fire equipment dealers, manufacturers, distributors, and users of explosives.
• Investigate violations of statutes, codes, and rules regulating fire safety and explosives.
• Issue notices to comply with laws, codes, standards, and rules to ensure corrective action is taken by licensed individuals.
• Collect and preserve evidence for legal action and file necessary documents for adjudication.
• Qualify and testify as an expert witness for the state in criminal and civil litigation, and administrative hearings.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports on all investigations.
• Respond to general correspondence, telephone inquiries, and requests to inspect according to Bureau policy.
• Maintain prescribed records and other materials pertinent to the discharge of duties.
• Conduct investigations into the cause and circumstances of fires.
• Maintain liaison with key personnel involved with fire protection activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for regional personnel and local and state agencies.
• Participate in Disaster Response Operations duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Nine (9) paid holidays a year
• One (1) Personal Holiday each year
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• Training opportunities
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (if eligible)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED