Fire Inspector III

Fire Inspector IIICome join our team!Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life. Prince George's County Government is a drug-free workplace. Candidates should be aware that this policy includes marijuana.The Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department is currently seeking highly qualified individuals to fill Fire Inspector III positions, Grade H21, within the FD Investigation Division. This is a professional-level team leader inspectional position with responsibility for the enforcement of all applicable Federal, State, and local fire and life safety codes and standards. Enforcement will be in new construction, renovation of existing structures, and storage of flammable and combustible materials, including explosives installations and high occupancy load buildings. Incumbents in positions of this class are required to read and interpret approved engineering plans and specifications sheets for the construction of buildings, fire extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, and fire-rated assemblies. A significant aspect of the work involves establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors, owners, engineers, and the general public. Incumbents must have experience interpreting and explaining fire codes, issuing violation notices, and obtaining. Must have experience in preparing written correspondence and reports and gathering evidence to prepare cases for administrative appeals and/or court, all integral functions of this class. Incumbents may train/lead/supervise subordinate Fire Inspectors. Work in this class requires the incumbent to work independently and use prudent judgment in decision-making. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level supervisory fire position.The mission of the Prince George's County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all-hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George's County.Examples of WorkConducts fire and life safety related inspections of occupancy classes as prescribed in the Prince George's County Fire and Building Codes (fire related), ensuring inspected buildings meet minimum fire code and life safety regulations.Reviews occupancy of the structure for consistency with code and protective requirements.Assists Fire Investigators in ascertaining code deficiencies or violations in occupancies where fires have occurred.Investigates citizen complaints and identifying problems to determine if a citation or correction order shall be issued.Trains, leads, and supervises subordinate Fire Inspectors.Leads team in ensuring follow-up and re-inspections were conducted in specified time frames.Assist in the coordination of all County Inspectional Programs: (Public assembles, daycare centers, residential care facilities, high occupant load buildings, etc.)Attends meetings, seminars, trainings, and courses to maintain and enhance proficiency and knowledge of fire code enforcement, inspections, and special hazard activities.Investigates incidents to determine code violations and aid field personnel as necessary.Ensures and demonstrates the ability to perform all functions of the fire inspector effectively.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDFive (5) years of fire safety inspection experience or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.Fire Inspector III certification (NFPA 1031 standards)Valid driver's licensePreferred QualificationsExperience with plan reviews, on-site assessments, and resolving code violations.Ability to perform and document complex fire code and compliance inspectionsEACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.Additional InformationSalary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Tentative Interview Dates: Late October 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.Job Location: 9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MDConditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.Successfully pass public safety preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This position is essential. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer 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., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the WorkplaceBenefitsGeneral Plan Information:The Prince George's County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).Employee Benefits Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)Group Term Life InsuranceLong & Short-Term Disability