Code Official II

Agency Dept of Insurance Division Office of State Fire Marshal Job Classification Title Code Official II (S) Position Number  Grade NC14

The mission of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is to promote a stable insurance market through unbiased regulation and to protect the lives and property of every citizen in all 100 counties while fostering superior, user-friendly service, courtesy, and respect. Our agency licenses insurance agents, adjusters, bail bondsmen and more, along with investigating fraud matters involving insurance consumers and any entity or individual regulated by the Department.

In an ever-changing environment, it is the vision of the Department of Insurance to maintain the stabilization of the insurance industry in order to provide more products, competitive prices and consumer protection.

The mission of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is to ensure the safety and well-being of North Carolina's citizens by providing expert fire cause investigations, training for first responders, and enforcing state building codes. OSFM's divisions work together to protect lives and property through comprehensive fire safety programs and services. With eight key divisions
- Codes and Interpretations, Field Services, Risk Management, Licensing and Certifications, Ratings/Grants/GIS/Foam, Fire & Rescue Training/Commission/RPD, Fire Investigation Unit, and Community Risk Reduction - the dedicated staff at OSFM take on a diverse range of essential responsibilities, directly impacting the safety of North Carolina's citizens. From training fire and rescue personnel and enforcing state building codes to procuring property insurance for state-owned structures and scrutinizing construction plans for government projects, OSFM fulfills a crucial role in safeguarding lives and property across North Carolina.

The North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal is seeking a knowledgeable and committed State Fire Prevention Inspector to conduct inspections of state owned properties for compliance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code and applicable NFPA standards. This position identifies life safety hazards, prepares inspection reports, assists with code interpretations, and supports fire investigations. The role may also include training responsibilities and disaster related inspections.

The position serves on the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) with 24/7 on call responsibility.

Description of Work:
Position
- Code Official II / State Fire Prevention Inspector Recruitment Salary Range: $52,592 – $82,400 Salary Grade: NC14
* This posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the end date. This position is home based/remote and requires extensive travel throughout the state, from Charlotte to Brunswick, including overnight stays, and occasional weekend hours.

• Perform required annual and special inspections of state owned buildings and equipment.
• Report fire code deficiencies and coordinate corrective action with agencies.
• Conduct emergency and after hours inspections as needed to ensure public safety.
• Schedule and inspect pyrotechnic displays on state property, including college campuses.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports for OSFM documentation and insurance review.
• Provide educational materials, teach at professional associations, and represent OSFM at conferences.
• Conduct fire investigations with OSFM Fire Investigation Unit, SBI, ATF, or local agencies; submit reports and testify as needed.
• Participate in SERT deployments, assisting with equipment setup, maintenance and inventory, take part in full scale emergency training drills, and engage in extended emergency operations in potentially harsh environments.