Fire Prevention Engineer jobs in Ventura, CA

The City of Oxnard's Fire Department seeks an experienced Fire Prevention Supervisor with strong technical and customer service skills to be a part of the team. Under the supervision of the Fire Marshal, plans, coordinates and supervises the inspection, plan review, and permit issuance relating to the compliance of City codes, State laws, national standards, and accepted engineering practices within the City.

WHAT YOU'LL DO: 

• Assists fire inspectors with complex or unusual field inspections of new and existing buildings, structures and installations requiring fire clearances; identifies fire hazards; recommends corrective actions.
• Performs the more difficult and complex inspection duties including trade specialties such as fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, kitchen hood suppression systems and review of on-site building egress.
• Enforcement of City codes, State laws, national standards and accepted engineering practices relating to fire prevention.
• Represents the Fire Department in the Development Advisory Committee (DAC) biweekly meetings. Provides comments for new developments and coordinates with the design team to verify all applicable Codes and Standards have been addressed. 
• Keeps informed on new laws, current code changes, new methods and materials for building construction, fire protection, and implements and complies with such changes. Prepares special reports and statistical data, draft policies, procedures and ordinances.
• Maintains records for Fire Flow Hydrant testing. Develops hydrant tracking programs and technical bulletins to maintain adequate city water supply to existing and future developments.
• Responds to records requests and provides necessary information from City archives such as Webextender, HTE and ArcGis.
• Provide information to the public concerning the fire prevention practices and procedures; develop and conduct training programs and group presentations relative to fire safety.
• Instruct fire suppression crews about code interpretation regarding fire prevention.
• Conducts plan checks for all commercial and other complex structures, events, fire protection engineering calculations, fire code requirements, means of egress for code compliance and safety.
• Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the Division and Department.
• Attend training classes and meetings of professional organizations as directed.
• May perform as the Deputy Fire Code Official and other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. 

Under the general direction of the Fire Marshal (Fire Battalion Chief), incumbents supervise an assigned inspection unit and are responsible for training, assigning and evaluating work; interpreting and implementing local and state regulations; supervising inspection schedules; reviewing daily reports; arranging training programs; traveling to job sites to monitor work projects and follow up on assignments; coordinating actions of the unit with other City departments and divisions; developing policies and procedures; handling and resolving escalated complaints; and preparing reports and other documents. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

WORK SCHEDULE: 

9/80: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00pm. Depending on the area of assignment staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. This position may be required to be available for additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversees and provides technical direction of daily activities involved in issuing permits, examining plans and conducting building inspections; prioritizes and balances work assignments; participates in advanced technical reviews and inspections and provides related approvals.
• Receives and responds to customer complaints and technical issues; researches issues; interprets codes and regulations; develops and implements resolutions to problems.
• Prepares reports and correspondence; calculates fees and provides estimates; maintains program documentation, files and records; prepares written summary of required corrections and restrictions; and/or prepares recommendations relating to inspections or investigations.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. 

EDUCATION:

• Associate’s degree in fire science, engineering, building construction or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Four years of inspection and/or plan review experience.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record

Ability to obtain with 12 months:

• OSFM Plans Examiner Certification
• Fire Plans Examiner certification through the International Code Council
  

• California Penal Code (PC) 932 Arrest Search and Seizure certificate

DESIRABLE LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/DEGREES:

• Licensed Engineer

• Licensed Contractor

• OSFM Certifications

  • Inspector I 

  • Inspector II

  • Fire Marshal 

• ICC Certifications

  • Fire Inspector I 

  • Fire Inspector II

  • Plans Examiner

• Bachelor's Degree

  • Fire Science

  • Fire Protection Engineer

  • Building Construction

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments for this same classification. 

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Managers Association (OMMA).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date.  Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org