Fire Inspector

Your work can prevent the next emergency.

From inspecting buildings to explaining safety requirements and educating residents, your decisions can make a measurable difference.

• Help make homes, workplaces and community spaces safer.
• Apply fire and building codes through inspections, plan review and practical problem-solving.
• Work directly with property owners, businesses and the community.
• Build your expertise through structured training and a potential career path to Fire Inspector/Investigator.

• Inspect commercial and residential properties for fire and life-safety code compliance.
• Review construction plans and identify fire hazards and appropriate corrective actions.
• Investigate complaints, conduct follow-up inspections, document findings and support enforcement when necessary.
• Participate in fire investigations; this is not a lead or solo fire-investigation position.
• Deliver public education and community risk-reduction programs.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and case documentation.

High school graduation or equivalent AND 1½ years of experience in fire, building or government code enforcement; fire investigation or suppression; law enforcement; or building construction-related fields; OR an accredited associate degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Fire Management, General Studies, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field AND nine months of experience in those fields; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid driver's license.
• ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
• International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I

• Normally a 40-hour workweek, with occasional weekends and after-hours assignments; subject to recall for fire investigations and training.
• Field work may involve heights, smoke, water, bending, kneeling and other physically demanding conditions.
• Periodic respiratory examinations, fit testing and use of a PAPR and/or respirator are required.
• Progression to Fire Inspector/Investigator is conditional on meeting classification requirements, completing probation, obtaining certifications and recommendation by the appointing authority.

• A background investigation is required prior to employment.
• A medical examination consistent with applicable Nevada law is required before appointment; it may include stress EKG, hearing, vision and pulmonary-function testing.
• A 12-month probationary period applies.
• Licenses, certifications and qualifications must be maintained throughout employment

Build a public-safety career in the Truckee Meadows, with Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada nearby. The region combines a growing community with access to hiking, skiing, lakes, arts and outdoor recreation.

Make prevention your profession.

Ready to make a lasting difference in fire and life safety?