Fire Prevention Inspector I​/II​/III

Salary Range
$25.21-$32.15

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting
06-20-2026


Job Summary


Nature of Work:

Performs specialized field and office work in fire prevention with responsibility for administration and enforcement of fire safety codes, laws, and ordinances and includes inspection of commercial buildings to ensure compliance. Initiative and judgment must be exercised to recognize fire hazards and acquire code compliance. Field work exposes employee to varying weather conditions, chemicals, noxious fumes, insects, heights, and confined areas.

Work is performed under general supervision, according to established guidelines, and is reviewed through daily conferences.

Minimum Qualifications:

Fire Prevention Inspector I:

Salary $25.21- $32.15

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with six (6) months to one (1) year experience in fire inspection, fire prevention or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal and a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Fire Prevention Inspector II:

Salary $26.63- $33.95

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with two to three (2-3) years experience in fire inspection, fire prevention; or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal and a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Fire Prevention Inspector III:

Salary $28.28- $36.06

High School Diploma/G.E.D. Certificate with four (4) or more years experience in fire inspection, fire prevention; or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience. Must possess and maintain State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certification from the Division of State Fire Marshal with a valid Florida Driver's License. Must pass a background check which includes a polygraph.

Important:
To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs or .

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.