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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFire - Fire Prevention SpecialstFire Prevention Specialist Council Approved:3-23-2020 Revised 10/13/2021, 7-2023 Page 1 City of Waukee JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Fire Prevention Specialist Reports to: Fire Marshal Dept/Div: Fire Direct Reports: None Pay Grade: F26 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt JOB PURPOSE: Under the general supervision of the Fire Marshal, delivers public education and coordinates fire prevention programs and activities. Assists with comprehensive technical inspections of buildings and property as directed and/or as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.) 1. Provides public education programs, community relations activates and other emergency response related activities for schools, the public, and businesses as assigned. 2. Educates the public on fire safety/prevention by providing presentations at daycares, schools, businesses and community organizations and answering questions from the general public. 3. Develops and implements initiatives designed to reduce the risk of fires and other related emergencies. 4. Assures that all work performed meets the City’s and Fire Department’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality and efficiency. 5. Assures that the City’s and Fire Department’s mission, goals and objectives are fully supported and initiated. 6. Responds in a timely manner to inquiries and questions related to questions, concerns and complaints regarding construction, safety/code concerns in buildings and the community, and public education requests. 7. Conducts fire and life safety inspections as assigned, smoke detector installs, battery replacements and other duties as assigned. 8. Prepares required paperwork and reports including the development of pre-fire plans, and plan reviews and walk-thru meetings as assigned. 9. Assists with inspections of new construction and renovation projects, ensuring correct interpretation and enforcement of established fire codes, ordinances, and regulations. 10. Assists with certifying required alarm tests, sprinkler system tests, fixed system tests, fire pump acceptance tests and related activities. 11. Responds to fire and rescue calls as needed or directed and performs, within the directives, policies, SOG’s, and protocols of the department. 12. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned. SUCCESS FACTORS: 1. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic devices and handwritten) in English with other employees and the community. 2. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making. 3. Interact effectively, professionally, and tactfully with the general public, all participating agencies, dispatch and law enforcement. 4. Create and participate in a team environment. 5. Ability to maintain favorable working relationship with co-workers city officials, officials from other jurisdictions the business community and the general public. 6. Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability, and respectfulness at all times. 7. Interpret verbal and nonverbal behavior, to develop accurate understanding of other’s needs, values, and opinions. 8. Actively support all efforts to increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration between and among departments, full-time and part-time on-call fire fighters and the community. 9. Knowledge of local and national fire codes, building construction, fire behavior and fire prevention concepts and methodologies. Fire Prevention Specialist Council Approved:3-23-2020 Revised 10/13/2021, 7-2023 Page 2 10. Demonstrate sound time-management skills by effectively or efficiently organizing, prioritizing, and completing multiple assignments in a timely manner. 11. Operates with the safety of themselves, their co-workers, and the general public in mind at all times. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred. 2. Must possess a valid Iowa Driver’s License and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy. 3. Fire Inspector certification within one year from date of hire. 4. CPR Instructor certification within one year from date of hire. 5. FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 700 within one year from date of hire. Sworn: Firefighter I (IFSAC), Hazardous Materials Operations (IFSAC) certifications and three (3) years’ experience, Firefighter II (IFSAC) and Fire Instructor (IFSAC) within 18 months of hire date. Paramedic or EMT Preferred. Non-Sworn: Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent experience in fire/building inspections, code enforcement, code compliance or similar position which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Able to pass the Waukee Physical Ability Evaluation at any time during employment (sworn only). 2. Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, reach, stand, walk, drive, push, lift, grasp, feel, talk and hear. 3. Able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds. 4. Able to perform all essential functions of the position while wearing required protective equipment. 5. Able to operate and use all fire department equipment and apparatus. 6. Responsive to visual and verbal alarms and other indications of distress. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may be encountered. 2. Will be exposed to darkness and poor lighting, fumes/odors, isolation, moving machinery, noise, visual strain, unprotected heights, wearing a respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus, working on uneven ground, mechanical hazards, biological hazards, medical hazards, electrical hazards, traffic hazards, possible explosion, and bodily injury. 3. Will be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus. 4. May be exposed to highly stressful or adverse situations. 5. Standard work hours must be flexible, will include days, evenings, and weekends, may be greater than 40 hours per week, and may be called to report to duty at any time. I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right. Signature Date The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.