Job Summary
The Pike Township Fire Department is seeking a qualified Fire Inspector / Investigator to perform fire investigations, fire and life safety inspections, and public education programs to ensure compliance with Indiana fire and building safety laws.
Reports to: Fire Marshall
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Fire Investigations
- Conduct fire scene examinations in accordance with department policy and nationally recognized standards to determine origin and cause.
- Work in adverse and potentially hazardous environments, including unstable structures and extreme weather conditions.
- Operate department photography equipment, conduct interviews, prepare diagrams/sketches, and complete detailed investigative reports.
Fire and Life Safety Inspections
- Conduct inspections of educational, industrial, residential, commercial, institutional, assembly, and hazardous occupancies.
- Review construction plans for compliance with applicable fire and building codes.
- Verify compliance related to:
- Means of egress
- Fire alarm, sprinkler, standpipe, hydrant, and suppression systems
- Emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures
- Hazardous materials storage
- Fire department access
- Occupancy and construction classifications
- Occupant load calculations
Fire and Life Safety Education
- Develop and deliver fire prevention and life safety programs to:
- Schools, daycares, and senior facilities
- Local businesses and community groups
- Assist businesses with evacuation planning and fire safety education.
Administrative and Recordkeeping
- Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, investigations, and activities.
- Submit periodic reports to the Fire Marshal.
- Assist with department planning, proposals, and budget needs.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 21 years of age at time of hire
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Indiana Driver’s License
- No felony convictions
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following:
- Fire inspection or investigation
- Fire suppression
- Fire and life safety education
- Code enforcement
- Plans review
- Law enforcement
Certifications (must possess at least one of the following on date of hire and have the ability to obtain the rest within required timeframe):
- Fire Inspector I/II (IFSAC, ProBoard, or ICC) or Indiana reciprocity (within 1 year)
- Fire Investigator certification (IFSAC, ProBoard, NAFI-CFEI, or IAAI-CFI) (within 1 year)
- Fire Investigation Technician (IAAI-FIT) or equivalent (within 1 year)
- Ability to obtain and maintain sworn Indiana law enforcement officer status (within 3 years)
Additional Requirements
- Ability to serve in an on-call capacity and respond promptly to fire scenes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows OS
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, wear PPE exceeding 20 lbs, and perform physical tasks including climbing and bending
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field with two (2) years of fire service or law enforcement experience
- Associate’s degree in Fire Science with four (4) years of experience
- Indiana State Fire Inspector I certification
- Indiana State Fire Investigator, NAFI-CFEI, or IAAI-CFI certification
Pay: $63,405.00 - $76,275.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
License/Certification:
- Indiana Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
