Fire Prevention Inspector I​/II

Fire Prevention Inspector I/II

Level I: $53,560.00 - $65,353.60 Annually

Level II: $59,155.20 - $72,196.80 Annually

In this critical role, Fire Prevention Inspectors support fire and life‑safety initiatives throughout the community. You will conduct plan reviews and field inspections across residential, commercial, industrial, and public occupancies; enforce fire codes and regulations; identify potential hazards; and assist with public education and prevention efforts. Whether you are developing foundational inspection skills or bringing independent, advanced expertise, you will play an essential part in maintaining high safety standards and strengthening the department’s mission to protect people and property.

Education:

• Equivalent to an associates degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in fire science, fire prevention, building inspection, or a closely related field. (Substitution:
  Two (2) years of experience equivalent to the classification of Fire Prevention Inspector with Kings County may be substituted for the required education.)

• One (1) year of experience in fire prevention and inspection within a Fire Prevention Bureau or Fire Department; OR
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in the inspection, enforcement, or administration of regulatory ordinances related to building or fire code compliance.

• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience at a level equivalent to a Fire Prevention Inspector I with Kings County.

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain during a one (1) year probationary period, a valid Fire Inspector I certification issued by the California State Fire Marshal to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate to be maintained throughout employment.

• Possession of a valid Fire Inspector I certification issued by the California State Fire Marshal to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate to be maintained throughout employment.

Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check. Ability to travel frequently within and outside of the County.

For a complete description of duties and qualifications, view the detailed job specification:
Fire Prevention Inspector I Fire Prevention Inspector II

All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. The selection process may include the following:

(1) Screening committee (pass/fail) and/or

(2) Written examination (pass/fail) and/or

(3) Oral examination (100%) This may include a written practical component (100%) to determine placement on the eligible list.

Note:

Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

Veteran's Preference Application

You must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date.

Final Date to Apply:
August 20, 2026

SME Review:
Week of August 24, 2026

Oral Examination:
Week of September 9 & 10, 2026