What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy State Fire Marshal I position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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3/18/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
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Deputy State Fire Marshal I
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$3,307.60 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Public Protection Cabinet | Dept of Housing, Buildings and Const
Location
Location Varies
Counties include: Bell, Harlan, Knox and Whitley
Counties include: Bell, Harlan, Knox and Whitley
Description
Are you interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated in protecting the lives and property of the Commonwealth?
The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Deputy State Fire Marshals perform inspections of existing public buildings for compliance with state fire/life safety codes. These inspections ensure that safety features such as means of egress, fire alarms, sprinkler systems and other necessary equipment are maintained in satisfactory condition. Inspectors meet with property owners and occupants to achieve the necessary corrections. Currently, the Division of Fire Prevention uses the 2018 NFPA 101 "Life Safety Code" to inspect existing buildings.
Key Responsibilities:
The Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Deputy State Fire Marshals perform inspections of existing public buildings for compliance with state fire/life safety codes. These inspections ensure that safety features such as means of egress, fire alarms, sprinkler systems and other necessary equipment are maintained in satisfactory condition. Inspectors meet with property owners and occupants to achieve the necessary corrections. Currently, the Division of Fire Prevention uses the 2018 NFPA 101 "Life Safety Code" to inspect existing buildings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs inspections of existing public buildings for compliance with state fire/life safety codes. These inspections ensure that safety features such as means of egress, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and other necessary equipment are maintained in a satisfactory condition.
- Learns to review field inspection reports.
- Meet with property owners and occupants to achieve the necessary corrections.
- Provides training to those who request programs.
- Performs or assist with fire investigations to determine cause and origin, assist law enforcement personnel, and may examine fire incidents that result in fatalities.
- Proficient communication skills.
- Possess sufficient technical knowledge of the 2018 NFPA 1, National Fire Protection Association and 2018 NFPA 101, Life Safety Code.
- Proven abilities to manage multiple projects.
- Conduct effective code research.
- Demonstrate attention to detail.
- High level of customer service.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have two years of experience in mechanical trades installation and/or inspection or in skilled building trades; OR one year as a certified fire prevention inspector in a fire department; OR one year as an inspector with the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. OR Must have three years as a Fire Chief or a similar administrative position in a fire department.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in Fire Science Technology, Architecture, Engineering or related fields will substitute for the two years of experience. Related technical training in skilled building trades will substitute for up to two years of the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Within six months of appointment, employee is required to successfully pass the Fire Prevention Inspector test administered by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. https://dhbc.ky.gov/New_Default.aspx Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification (s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Daily travel within assigned inspection territory with occasional overnight trips.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Chuck Bradley at Chuck.Bradley@ky.gov or 502-782-0624.
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