Fire Codes Inspector

Fire Codes Inspector

The City of Rockville has a new job opportunity for a Fire Codes Inspector. This position is responsible for performing intermediate to difficult technical and intermediate administrative work in securing and maintaining compliance with ordinances and regulations relating to building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical codes, fire and life safety, health, occupational licensing, and nuisances within the city. The primary focus of this position is to assist with oversight of ITM related to life safety and fire protection systems in place in all commercial buildings within the city, ensuring compliance with NFPA 25 and locally adopted codes. Additionally, code enforcement work requiring the application of technical and specialized knowledge, methods and techniques will be used to ensure compliance with codes, city ordinances and approved plans, permits and specifications in new construction, certain existing buildings such as renovated structures and / or licensed facilities within the city. Incumbent makes independent field inspections, writes reports, correspondence and notices, gathers evidence, prepares cases and testifies in court when necessary. The position requires continuing personal contact with the general public, contractors, architects, etc. concerning fire code requirements. The incumbents work has meaningful impact on specific cases and is done under general managerial discretion. Our value-driven department seeks someone who has proven skills in project management, community engagement, research, and producing written reports and studies. Please join our Community Planning and Development Services Department where our employees thrive due to a culture of empowerment, professional growth, collaboration, creativity, diversity, and innovation.