Who can apply: Anyone
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Days
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Search Keywords: Washington, Clay, Riley, Saline, Dickinson, Geary
Hourly Rate: $24.04
Annual Salary: $50,003.20
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
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Position Summary
Within an assigned district of the state, the Inspector conducts Fire and Life Safety inspections of facilities under the jurisdiction of the Kansas Fire Prevention Code. Inspection work is governed by Division Directives which address inspection preparation, types of inspections, inspection protocol, interpretive guidelines, local agency liaison and limits of authority.
The territory that this position covers are Washington, Clay, Riley, Saline, Dickinson, and Geary Counties.
Residency within the territory is preferred; however, this will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following
The Inspector independently plans and schedules travel itineraries to utilize time and mileage in the most efficient manner. Work is assigned by the Topeka office and by inspection initiative. The Inspector may periodically be assigned to an inspection team conducting inspections at large facilities. Most inspections are routine in nature; however, special inspections are periodically conducted to support ongoing Enforcement activities or investigate complaints. The Inspector utilizes independent judgment in evaluating the facility; however, the judgment is guided by Division Directives.
The Inspector completes documentation substantiating inspection findings. The Kansas Inspection Data System (KIDS) generates most of the necessary inspection paperwork. The Inspector updates KIDS information. At the close of the inspection, the Inspector provides violation specific citations from a variety of statutory, regulatory or technical code standard sources in accordance with Division Directives. These citations and conclusions provide the bases for Enforcement follow-up.
The Inspector completes paperwork necessary for time accounting, vehicle use and expense reimbursement in accordance with Division, Agency and State policies and directives. The Inspector participates in periodic staff training events and staff conference calls. These training events provide the Inspector with increased knowledge of Division Directives, interpretations, operating practices, statutes, rules and regulations or adopted national standards. The Inspector independently studies Division Directives, statutes, rules and regulations and adopted codes and standards to enhance knowledge and job performance. Significant travel and some overnight stays are required.
The Inspector assists local authorities in fire prevention matters through participation in statewide fire safety organizations and by routinely providing inspection assistance and liaison to individual local fire departments. The Inspector provides liaison to local fire prevention officials on agency policy, inspection techniques and judgment.
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High school diploma or GED
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Valid Kansas Driver's License
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Certified to conduct Federal Fire and Life Safety surveys within one year of hire date.
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Fire Inspector I certification through IFSAC or ProBoard (NFPA 1031 2014 Ed.) or Fire Inspector (NFPA 1030 2024 Ed.), or must obtain the certification within one year of hire date
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Must be comfortable and tactful in communicating with a wide variety of people.
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Must be able to effectively operate current technology as it relates to the position.
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Propper grammar and the ability to draft correspondence addressing multiple issues often of a complex nature.
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Knowledge of the Kansas Fire Prevention Code and the 2012 National Fire Life Safety Code.
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Field, code and mechanical aptitude background.
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Pre-employment Driver's License check
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Pass a Tier 2 background check
Name: Stacie Creech
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-296-0654
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DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Resume
Cover Letter
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Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
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ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612
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