Associate Fire Protection Inspector II

About the role

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Bureau of Fire Prevention works to prevent loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies by identifying hazards, enforcing the New York City Fire Code, reviewing critical systems, licensing qualified companies, certifying individuals, and educating the public. The Bureau collaborates with other FDNY units to support post-fire incidents and investigations and coordinates with City agencies on fire and life safety matters.

FDNY seeks a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector Level II for the Bureau of Fire Prevention, Suppression Unit. Reporting to a Deputy Chief Inspector, the Supervising Inspector Level II supervises and trains lower-level Inspectors, reviews their work, covers testing when Inspectors are on leave, conducts performance evaluations, and serves as Acting Deputy Chief Inspector during the Deputy Chief Inspector’s absence. Additional duties include participating in field meetings with FDNY units and external agencies, addressing variances and code interpretations, and providing guidance to senior Fire Prevention leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train lower-level Inspectors within the command.
• Review all work performed by field Inspectors.
• Cover and witness suppression testing when a subordinate Inspector is on leave.
• Conduct field performance evaluations and audits of inspections performed within the Suppression Unit.
• Serve as Acting Deputy Chief Inspector during the Deputy Chief Inspector’s absence, including approving CityTime, completing evaluations, and enforcing Inspector rules such as attendance and Code of Conduct compliance.
• Participate in field meetings with other FDNY units and external agencies to address variances and code interpretations.
• Provide guidance to senior Fire Prevention leadership to support informed decision-making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five (5) years of full-time experience in one or more of the following:
  • Manufacture or storage of explosives or flammables.
  • Development of safety standards for the manufacture or storage of such materials.
  • Inspection of premises where such materials are manufactured, stored, or housed to detect potential fire and explosion hazards.
  • Design, installation, operation, repair, and testing of sprinkler systems, standpipes, or other fire detection or fire extinguishing systems.
• Education from an accredited college or technical institution with specialization in fire science technology, chemistry, physics, or engineering may substitute for the experience requirement on the basis of one year of education (30 credits) for one year of experience, up to a maximum of 4 years.

License Requirement

• A Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the State of New York.

Preferred Skills

• Strong knowledge of Fire Suppression inspections and operational practices.
• At least five (5) years of previous experience performing standpipe and sprinkler testing, PFE facility inspections, and auditing field Inspectors’ work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, especially with the FIRES/ACCELA application.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Pay

$65,160.00 – $90,603.00