The City of New Smyrna Beach is looking for a Fire Inspector | $56,750.69
 

About The Job

The Fire Inspector ensures code compliance for public safety through inspection of new and existing structures and businesses to work as a fire code enforcement officer pertaining to the Florida Fire Prevention Code and local fire prevention ordinance. Collaborates with the Building Department as needed and ensures fire prevention code application for all new construction and Business Tax Receipts. Conducts fire safety inspections of new and existing buildings which includes plan review.

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; five (5) years of experience in performing life and fire safety inspections as a full-time and/or part-time certified fire inspector; or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Florida Driver's License. 
• Fire Safety Inspector I Certification required. 

Why Work Here:

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Choose from three health care plans with 100% coverage for employees and 50% for dependents.
• Strong Retirement Benefits: The city contributes 8% of gross wages to a 401a plan, which vests 20% per year, plus matches up to 2% of your contributions.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy ample personal leave to maintain work-life balance.
• Insurance and More: Benefit from dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability coverage, and additional supplemental options.

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The City of New Smyrna Beach provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.  In addition to federal law requirements, The City of New Smyrna Beach complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the City has facilities.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Fire Protection Specialist - NASA

• Job Description

Summary

Are you ready to take on a critical role in fire protection and safety? Chenega is seeking a dedicated Fire Protection Specialist (FPS) to join our team at NASA Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, FL. If you have expertise in fire protection and a passion for safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

 

Why Join Chenega?

• Expert Role:Utilize your expertise in fire protection to ensure the safety of critical facilities.
• Professional Growth:Gain valuable experience and advance your career in fire protection and safety.
• Impactful Work:Play a crucial role in protecting life and property at Kennedy Space Center.

The compensation for this position is $85,000/year.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Subject Matter Expert:Serve as the SME for fire protection, covering construction types, occupancy classification, water supplies, and more.
• Fire Protection Program:Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive fire protection program in compliance with NASA standards.
• Facility Support:Conduct fire risk analyses, engineering surveys, and support facility projects with code compliance and inspections.
• Emergency Response:Participate in pre-construction conferences, final inspections, and acceptance tests of fire protection systems.
• Consultation Services:Provide code compliance consultation for NASA engineering and facility managers.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certifications: Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) with 6 years of experience or Professional Engineer in Fire Protection Engineering with 5 years of experience. NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications required.
• Additional Experience We're Looking For: Reviewing construction and facility designs for code compliance, review fire suppression and water spray systems for regulatory compliance and conducting acceptance testing of installed fire alarm and fire suppression related systems.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of National Fire Codes, ADA, OSHA Standards, Florida Building Codes, IBC, and NASA requirements. Proficient with computers and MS Office applications.
• Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid Class E Florida state driver’s license, and have no record or history of illegal drug use, sale, possession, or manufacture during the previous five years. Must successfully complete all training and obtain all required licenses, certifications, and security/medical clearances for the site.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a vital part of Chenega's team at Kennedy Space Center, FL!

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $85,000.00/Yr.

Click here for the full job announcement or to apply - per the rules of the site post will be removed 4/19/26

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Fire Protection Specialist

Gainesville, Fl Full time  (click here for the full job announcement or to apply)

Make a difference in the community you live in! As a Community Builder—an employee with the City of Gainesville— you will have a direct hand in building and improving your community and making a visible impact on the lives of your neighbors. Working for local government is more than a job, it’s a chance to contribute to community success and to help enhance the Gainesville way of life.

Department: GG_Sustainable Development: Building Inspection
Salary Range Minimum: $61,068.80
Salary Range Maximum:  $98,682.37
Closing Date: Until Filled (Will be removed from the site on 5/15/26)

Job Details:

This is advanced professional work providing technical and analytical reviews and designs related to fire protection systems, features, devices, and issues. The single position allocated to this classification reports to a designated supervisor and works under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory responsibility and from lower classes by its emphasis on advanced technical skills.

Job Description:

NATURE OF WORK

This is advanced professional work providing technical and analytical reviews and designs related to fire protection systems, features, devices, and issues.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

The single position allocated to this classification reports to a designated supervisor and works under general supervision.  Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of supervisory responsibility and from lower classes by its emphasis on advanced technical skills.

EXAMPLES OF WORK**

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reviews and evaluates site and construction plans for developments, and engineered fire protection system plans, shop drawings and specifications (suppression, detection and alarm, smoke and fire control) to determine compliance with national standards, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, fire and building safety codes and standards, fire department policies, and procedures, and recognized fire protection principles and practices.

Reviews, evaluates, and analyzes existing structures, facilities and subdivisions for fire protection needs and  helps develop fire safety improvement plans in conjunction with owners, developers, city, state, and other regulatory departments/agencies consistent with both prescriptive and performance based codes and standards.

Inspects construction sites and evaluates complex systems and/or devices required for fire and life safety within buildings or at specialized facilities and makes recommendations on modifications or potential modifications to the as-built environment utilizing technical expertise and innovative techniques.

Works closely with other city, county, state departments or bureaus and federal agencies to ensure proper coordination and timely completion of plans, to review tasks, and to maintain uniformity of code interpretations and policies between the Fire Department and those departments and bureaus.

Provides technical consultative assistance to architects, engineers, builders, developers and owners addressing code related needs or deficiencies pertaining to fire prevention and protection.

Provides technical assistance and advice relating to application, enforcement, and interpretation of codes and standards relating to fire protection to Fire Department members and other codes enforcement personnel.

Conducts studies and evaluates new building methods and materials to recommend methods for improving fire protection through promulgation and adoption of codes, changing procedures and practices, acquisition of reference materials and fire equipment to be used by the department in prevention, protection, suppression and incident control.

Attends work on continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Prepares and conducts presentations relating to fire safety and code enforcement matters on request for professional organizations, fire and building code officials, and civic groups.

Stays current with technological advances related to fire protection and life safety.

Assists the fire official with risk analysis of the community and developing strategies to reduce fire risk, evaluates code related issues and presents viable solutions to conflicts.

Participates in the first step review process, including reviewing plans, attending meetings and providing guidance to staff and the public on fire prevention/protection related issues

Identifies training needs of inspection staff and develops course outlines to meet continuing education requirements of the inspection staff as required by the various licensing agencies.

Assists with technical training of code enforcement and fire suppression staff in specialized areas of fire protection and inspection.

May act in absence of supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in fire protection engineering technology or related field and two (2) years experience in public fire protection; or bachelor’s degree with major course work in structural, mechanical, or civil engineering, building construction, or architecture or related field and five (5) years progressively responsible professional engineering experience in fire protection; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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Fire Marshal - Sarasota County

Full time

Department: Emergency Services

Are you a strategic fire safety leader with a passion for protecting lives and property through proactive prevention and code enforcement?

This position is responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and directing comprehensive fire prevention and life safety programs within the Office of the Fire Marshal. The role ensures the effective application and enforcement of adopted fire and life safety codes while leading critical functions such as fire safety inspections, plan reviews for new construction, fire data analysis, and the development of fire code legislation.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership and technical expertise to oversee fire prevention services, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support public safety outcomes.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping safer communities through forward-thinking leadership, regulatory excellence, and a commitment to fire prevention innovation.

To learn more about this role please visit: https://scfdfiremarshalapplication.my.canva.site/

Application deadline: May 7, 2026 - apply now! All applicants MUST submit a cover letter and resume and meet the minimum qualifications to be considered.

Up to $3,000 relocation is available for those moving 50+ miles to join the premier community where people choose to live, work, and play!

About the Position

What you will do

• Prepare or supervise the preparation of the goals and objectives of the Office of the Fire Marshal. Develops annual work program and establishes staffing and scheduling requirements.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of monthly and annual activity reports for submission to the Fire Chief.
• Provide direct supervision of assigned personnel and evaluates the work of reporting staff.
• Assign, train, and supervise the staff of the Office of the Fire Marshal conducting fire/life safety inspection activities, plans examinations, and the preparation and maintenance of reports and records relating to Office of the Fire Marshal activities.
• Identify hazards, meets with builders, owners, and occupants to correct problems and appears before civic groups to inform, educate, and improve fire and life safety.
• Ensure that adopted fire and life safety codes are applied and enforced and code violations are corrected in a timely manner.
• Review new construction plans for fire code compliance and performs on-site inspections to assure compliance, annually inspects commercial structures for fire and life safety compliance. Prepares maps, fire plans, and inspections for fire and life safety.
• Confer with architects, engineers, builders, building officials, professional associations, citizen groups and the general public to discuss matters of interest and necessity to the fire service.
• Promote good customer service and public relations, coordinates operations and promotes partnerships with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, citizen groups and the general public.
• Coordinate projects and activities with other County departments that support Public Safety.
• Review project construction plans and specifications for compliance with applicable codes.
• Responsible for ensuring all personnel assigned to the unit adhere to County and Department policies, rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Analyze job performance and develops programs to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare and administer the Office of the Fire Marshal's budget, manages work performance within adopted budget allocations.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

• Full-Time, Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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