Fire Protection Specialist

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Starting Salary: $28.61–$37.50 (depending on experience)

This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

About this Position

The Fire Protection Specialist performs plan reviews and inspections on all fire alarm, suppression, special hazard, and associated systems. In addition to that, they perform inspections on all fire-resistance-rated construction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent


• Broad knowledge equivalent to a college degree


• 2 years of related experience and/or training
  
  
  
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  
  
  


• 12 to 18 months of management experience
  
  
  
  • People and/or project management
  
  
  
  


• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Responsibilities

• Review building construction documents for code compliance for:
  
  
  
  • fire protection equipment
  
  
  • site access
  
  
  • building elements
  
  
  
  


• Inspect commercial building construction related to:
  
  
  
  • fire protection equipment
  
  
  • site access
  
  
  • building elements
  
  
  
  


• Perform change of occupancy plan reviews and inspections


• Perform residential plan reviews and inspections related to fire-rated assemblies


• Consult with applicable parties on fire code compliance issues


• Adhere to the Certification Program and obtain a minimum of 3 certifications within 2 years

Preferred Education/Skills/Knowledge

• Associate’s degree in Fire Protection Technology or Engineering


• Fire Protection Specialist certification from NFPA


• Certification as an International Code Council Fire Inspector 1 & 2


• Certification as a Fire Plans Examiner


• Knowledge of governing industry standards such as NFPA, IBC, IFC, and state (OUBCC) and local ordinances

Necessary Skills

• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position


• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug, physical, and audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance


• Retirement plans


• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents


• Sick leave, vacation days, earned time off, paid holidays, and longevity rewards


• Paid parental leave


• Potential for bilingual pay


• A tangible impact to the Development Services Department and residents in the City of Edmond


• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

 THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY MAY BE RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.