Fire Inspector III

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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
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The Prince
George's County Fire/
EMS
Department
is currently seeking applicants to fill several Fire Inspector 3 (Fire Inspector 3H) positions,
grade H21
, in the Fire Investigations
Division
.

Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department is currently seeking highly qualified individuals to fill Fire Inspector III positions, Grade H21, within the FD Investigation Division. This is a professional-level team leader inspectional position with responsibility for the enforcement of all applicable Federal, State, and local fire and life safety codes and standards. Enforcement will be in new construction, renovation of existing structures, and storage of flammable and combustible materials, including explosives installations and high occupancy load buildings.

Incumbents in positions of this class are required to read and interpret approved engineering plans and specifications sheets for the construction of buildings, fire extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, and fire-rated assemblies. A significant aspect of the work involves establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, owners, engineers, and the general public. Incumbents must have experience interpreting and explaining fire codes, issuing violation notices, and obtaining.

Must have experience in preparing written correspondence and reports and gathering evidence to prepare cases for administrative appeals and/or court, all integral functions of this class. Incumbents may train/lead/supervise subordinate Fire Inspectors. Work in this class requires the incumbent to work independently and use prudent judgment in decision-making. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level supervisory fire position.

The mission of the Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all-hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George’s County.

• Conducts fire and life safety related inspections of occupancy classes as prescribed in the Prince George’s County Fire and Building Codes (fire related), ensuring inspected buildings meet minimum fire code and life safety regulations.
• Reviews occupancy of the structure for consistency with code and protective requirements.
• Assists Fire Investigators in ascertaining code deficiencies or violations in occupancies where fires have occurred.
• Investigates citizen complaints and identifying problems to determine if a citation or correction order shall be issued.
• Trains, leads, and supervises subordinate Fire Inspectors.
• Leads team in ensuring follow-up and re-inspections were conducted in specified time frames.
• Assist in the coordination of all County Inspectional Programs: (Public assembles, daycare centers, residential care facilities, high occupant load buildings, etc.)
• Attends meetings, seminars, trainings, and courses to maintain and enhance proficiency and knowledge of fire code enforcement, inspections, and special hazard activities.

• Investigates incidents to determine code violations and aid…