The Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction, Division of Fire Prevention is seeking a Deputy State Fire Marshal I to join the General Inspection Section.
This position plays a critical role in protecting Kentucky communities by conducting fire and life safety inspections of public buildings, investigating code-related complaints, and working with property owners and occupants to ensure compliance with applicable safety standards. These inspections help ensure that means of egress, fire alarms, sprinkler systems, and other required safety features are maintained in satisfactory condition.
The Division of Fire Prevention currently utilizes the 2012 NFPA 1 (National Fire Protection Association) "Fire Prevention Code," as well as the 2012 NFPA 101 "Life Safety Code" when inspecting existing buildings. As a Deputy State Fire Marshal I, you will perform inspections to ensure compliance with applicable fire and life safety codes and conduct follow-up activities as needed.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Performs inspections of public buildings to minimize fire loss in accordance with KRS Chapter 227 and 815 KAR 10:060 (Kentucky Standards of Safety).
- Maintains an accurate record of inspections at facilities including any deficiencies noted during an inspection.
- Conducts follow up inspections to ensure that appropriate corrections have been made.
- Investigates code related complaints from the public on facilities and determines if the complaint is valid. If valid, write up the appropriate deficiency and send it to the building owner.
- Conducts a follow-up inspection to ensure compliance with applicable codes.
- Assists local jurisdictions and fire departments by answering code related questions, assisting in inspections, and performing fire prevention campaigns.
Preferred skills and abilities:
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Strong attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Organization skills
Reasons to work for us include:
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Paid leave (sick, annual, etc.) and paid holidays
- Training and career development opportunities
- Educational and tuition assistance
- A variety of affordable health, dental and vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, and first day health insurance coverage
- Life insurance
- Retirement
- Deferred compensation
- Wellness incentive programs
- Employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services and education
- Telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
If you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive impact in your community, we would love to review your application for Deputy State Fire Marshal I within the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (HBC).
