Department of Public Safety
Job Class Code: 7272
Grade: 20 - Professional/Technical
Salary: $43,014 - $60,070
Location: Portland( Requires travel to Cumberland and Oxford Counties)
Opening Date: October 4, 2024
Closing Date: October 18, 2024
Do you enjoy working with the public, doing fire inspections and sharing your knowledge? The Fire Marshal Office is looking for Fire Inspector to conduct fire safety inspections for healthcare, daycares, assisted living, and several other occupancies. Take home car and overtime available. Maine PERS 25/55 retirement
Primary responsibilities include:
- Inspects new or existing construction in order to detect deficiencies, determine compliance, and establish minimum completion schedules.
- Advises bureau staff and local municipal authorities in fire protection matters to resolve planning or construction problems.
- Organizes and coordinates informational presentations of enforcement programs for the public and/or professional organizations in order to increase public awareness.
- Reviews and analyzes plans and specifications for fire escapes, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, construction of explosive magazines, and self-service gasoline stations in order to ensure compliance with federal and state fire codes and state laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to occupant safety.
- Conducts in-service training for bureau staff, municipal fire service personnel, architects, engineers, and construction personnel in order to provide information.
- Inspects buildings for compliance with NFPA 101.
Skills or knowledge required:
- Knowledge of public building construction methods and techniques.
- Knowledge of "fire rated" construction materials, interior finishes, and decorations.
- Knowledge of emergency lighting systems.
- Knowledge of training resources.
- Knowledge of smoke, heat, and fire detection and suppression systems.
- Knowledge of architectural barriers.
- Knowledge of sprinkler hydraulics, system design, and installation.
- Knowledge of State and Federal laws applicable to and enforced by agency members.
- Ability to interpret and apply applicable codes.
- Ability to write clear and concise reports.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships.
- Ability to inspect structures and detect deficiencies.
- Ability to direct or conduct investigations and inspections.
- Ability to assess situations and facts, reach logical conclusions, and make sound decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and implement training programs.
- Ability to develop, present, and evaluate instruction.
Minimum qualifications:
A four (4) year combination of education and/or experience in the inspection and enforcement of federal and state laws, rules, and regulations governing compliance with applicable specialty area(s).
Preference will be given to those applicants:
Preference will be given to candidates who are NFPA Certified Fire Inspector I
Contact information:
Questions about this position should be directed to Scott Cyr at Scott.A.Cyr@maine.gov or 207-441-1684
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.
If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
- Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.
State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.
If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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