Fire Protection Engineer- Fire Department

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Phoenix Fire Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services to our community. We protect lives and property through fire suppression, emergency medical and transportation services, disaster response, fire prevention, and public education. Our members strive every day to Prevent Harm, Survive, and Be Nice!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Fire Protection Engineer to support this mission by helping ensure the safety and resilience of buildings throughout Phoenix. In this role, you will contribute to the development and application of fire protection codes, conduct professional evaluations of structures, and collaborate closely with departments across the City. The position requires considerable independence within broad policy guidelines and involves regular coordination with the Fire Department, Planning and Development Department, and other City partners.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provides technical assistance and advice to architects, contractors, engineers, and other private industry professionals in interpreting and complying with fire codes and standards.

* Provides technical advice while conducting system plan reviews, monitoring fire code information, and conducting site inspections for new construction projects.

* Recommends changes in fire codes.

* Reviews construction site plans and building plans for compliance with fire protection codes and standards.

* Evaluates the fire resistance of buildings and structures.

* Determines whether water availability and water delivery systems are adequate to protect buildings.

* Evaluates the storage, handling, and usage of flammable, combustible, and hazardous materials for compliance with fire codes, standards, and applicable regulations.

* Evaluates process engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and other documentation for compliance with fire codes, standards, and regulations.

* Evaluates alternate means and methods for achieving code compliance.

* Demonstrates superior seamless customer service, integrity, and a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.

Work Environment:

This position may require working more than forty hours in a workweek without additional compensation, including weekends, evenings, early mornings, and holidays as needed to fulfill assigned duties.

SALARY

Pay Range: $88,316.80 to $ annually.

Hiring Range: $88,316.80 to $ annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

* Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.

* Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only:
Please understand that this is pay grade 066. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

* Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.

* Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.

* Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.

* When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.

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BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

* Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions,  for more details:
Pension Information.

* 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.

* Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.

* Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.

* Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.

* Dental, vision, and life insurance options.

* Employer paid long-term disability.

* Free Bus/light rail pass.

* Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.

* Paid…