FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST

Summary Plans and coordinates fire prevention procedures of statewide fire inspection programs, including inspecting buildings to detect fire hazards, conducting plan reviews, enforcing state statutes and local ordinances, and providing training to fire safety and state, local, and municipal personnel. Minimum Qualifications Equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school, in fields such as fire science, environmental engineering, building construction, emergency management, fire prevention, fire inspection, hazardous materials, or fire protection. Valid driver’s license. Must pass a fingerprint‑based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check. Preferred Qualifications Certification in Fire Inspector I, Fire Protection Specialist, or equivalent. Ten years of experience within a fire department, state fire agency, or district fire mutual aid system. After-Hire Requirements Must obtain full‑time firefighter certification issued by the NH Fire Standards and Training Commission within 12 months of hire and maintain it throughout tenure. Responsibilities Conduct plan reviews and inspections of licensed healthcare facilities in accordance with RSA 151:6 II, RSA 153, and RSA 155‑A. Coordinate with Department of Health & Human Services, design professionals, contractors, and facility staff to achieve compliance with state building and fire code. Perform construction plan review to verify fire and building code compliance and issue approvals when directed by the Deputy Fire Marshal; assist with inspections of construction projects in state buildings and others as required in RSA 155‑A and Saf‑C 8100. Conduct inspections of all occupied public buildings and premises owned by the state in accordance with RSA 153:8‑a (d) to detect fire hazards; enforce local ordinances and state statutes. Promote effective application of State Fire Code by documenting code violations and writing detailed inspection reports, following up with re‑inspections as needed; work with building owners to achieve compliance with the minimum level of fire and life safety required by the code. Conduct training programs for fire safety personnel related to fire protection, fire prevention, and fire inspection procedures. Confere with city and town officials regarding fire protection and prevention laws, rules, and statutes. Perform fire protection research and code analysis, make recommendations, and attend meetings and administrative hearings as necessary. Assist in the development of professional and technical fire safety standards under the direction of the deputy fire marshal and according to departmental guidelines. Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $25.40 - $34.14 per hour. Benefits include: HMO or POS medical and prescription drug benefits. Dental plan at minimal cost for employees and their families (value $500‑$1,800). Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts. State defined benefit retirement plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan. Work/life balance with flexible schedules, paid holidays, and a generous leave plan. $50,000 state‑paid life insurance plus additional low‑cost group life insurance. Incentive‑based wellness program (earn up to $500). For more detailed benefits information, see the State of New Hampshire benefits portal and compensation calculator at and . Equal Opportunity Employer EOE. TDD Access: Relay NH View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr