Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Inspector/Plan Reviewer

Job Title

Fire Marshal III

About the Work Unit

The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is to safeguard those that live, work, learn, and play in Colorado by reducing threats to lives, property and the environment. The Division safeguards the public through: fire prevention and code enforcement; wildfire preparedness, response, suppression, coordination, and management; training and certification; public information and education; and technical assistance to local governments.

Description of Job

This position exists to ensure (by reviewing plans, processing documents, inspecting new construction projects, and completing ongoing inspections) that regulated facilities and buildings are constructed and maintained in accordance with requirements in statutes, rules, and adopted codes.

This position will perform pre-construction plan review of prepared drawings for compliance with adopted codes and standards; conduct construction site inspections of facilities for code conformance; perform site inspections of fire safety systems; perform maintenance inspections in facilities regulated by the DFPC; provide technical assistance to local governments on matters related to building, fire, and life safety protection; answer inquiries related to building, fire, and life safety protection and interpretation of codes related to plan reviews and inspections performed.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Required Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Note: Positions may be filled as a Fire Marshal III or downgraded to Fire Marshal II depending on the certifications of the successful candidate at the time of application. If filled as a Fire Marshal II, the position will be eligible for a reallocation to Fire Marshal III once all certifications are obtained. All certifications are required within 90 days of hire.

FIRE MARSHAL III:

• A minimum of two years of experience related to plan review, building inspection, vegetation management or wildfire mitigation, or construction trade work is required.
• Knowledge of architectural/construction terminology and documents including plans specifications, and other related permit submittal items shall be required.
• The following certifications are required at the time of application. Please attach all certifications.
• International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector II
• ICC Commercial Building Inspector
• ICC Residential Building Inspector
• ICC Commercial Building Plan Examiner
• ICC Residential Plan Examiner
• NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist

FIRE MARSHAL II:

• A minimum of two years of experience related to plan review, building inspection, vegetation management or wildfire mitigation, or construction trade work is required.
• Knowledge of architectural/construction terminology and documents including plans specifications, and other related permit submittal items shall be required.
• The following certifications are preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Please attach any certifications you have at the time of application.
• International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector II
• ICC Commercial Building Inspector
• ICC Residential Building Inspector
• ICC Commercial Building Plan Examiner
• ICC Residential Plan Examiner
• NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience applying the provisions of multiple codes and standards, such as building, mechanical, fuel gas, and electrical codes, on the same project.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be Colorado resident at the time of application.
• Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado driver's license within 6 months of hire.
• In-state travel may be required for up to 30% of the time, necessitating between 1- and 4-night stays on-site. Occasional travel may be required for training out-of-state for times between 2 days and up to 2 weeks in duration. This position will operate a state vehicle.
• Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, driving history, drug test and reference checks.

Appeal Rights:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.