Fire Protection Engineer *Lead / Fire Protection Engineer - (Planning And Development Department And Fire Department)

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Fire Protection Engineer

• Lead and Fire Protection Engineer review building plans and inspect existing structures to ensure conformance to fire protection codes and standards, and to assist in writing and updating fire protection codes. Incumbents will analyze industrial, commercial, and public buildings and other structures before and after construction; evaluate the fire resistance of structures taking into consideration the usage and contents of buildings; evaluate the availability of water supplies and water delivery; and evaluate entrance/exit capabilities.

Responsibilities include making recommendations for changes in design, materials, or equipment, such as structural components protection, fire protection equipment, alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems. Work involves considerable coordination with the Fire Department, Planning and Development Department, and other departments regarding the development and enforcement of fire protection codes. Work is accomplished with considerable independence within broad policy outlines.

Examples of Typical Job Functions:

• Provides technical assistance and identifying permitting requirements to architects, contractors, engineers, and other private industry professionals in interpreting and complying with fire codes and standards.

• Reviews construction site plans and building plans for compliance with fire protection codes and standards.

• Determines whether water availability and water delivery systems are adequate to protect buildings.

• Evaluates the storage, handling, and usage of flammable and combustible materials, and hazardous materials for compliance with fire codes, standards, and other regulations.

• Evaluates process engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and other documentation for compliance with fire codes, standards, and regulations.

• Evaluates alternate means and methods for achieving code compliance.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Demonstrates superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.

• Works more than forty hours in a workweek without additional compensation to perform assigned job duties, including weekends, evenings, early morning hours, and holidays as required.

While the duties of Lead positions can vary by department and work group, some examples of Lead responsibilities include:

• Training new and current employees

• Assigning, reviewing, and approving work.

• Handling the more complex and technical problems and customer inquiries in the work unit.

• Reviewing and recommending approval/denial for code modifications and appeals.

• Supervising a work unit whenever the regular supervisor is absent.

• Completing various activity statistical reports, budget monitoring, and/or other special projects.

• Ensuring that department management is informed of critical issues or other emergencies.

• Providing input on employee performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.

• Handling the day-to-day scheduling of employee breaks, work periods, and coverage of workstations or public counters.

• Ensures work is performed in compliance with section/division/department standards and established deadlines.

• Depending on staff assignment may perform other duties and tasks.

Currently there are three vacancies for Fire Protection Engineer, two in the Planning and Development department and one in the Fire department. There is one vacancy for Fire Protection Engineer

• Lead in the Planning and Development department.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Knowledge of; building construction, design, and materials as related to fire prevention and fire control; fire codes and regulations; hazard analysis and Community Risk Reduction, fire detection, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems.

• Ability to communicate technical requirements to a diverse customer base; work cooperatively with customers, staff, and executive leadership; develop written clear policies and procedures.

• Solution oriented and have a customer service mindset.

SALARY

Fire Protection Engineer

• Lead

Pay and Hiring Range $100,235 to $134,326 annually.

Fire Protection Engineer

Pay Range: $86,590 to $127,920 annually.

Hiring Range: $86,590 to $105,248 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.

• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information.

• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.

• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.

• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.

• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.

• Dental, vision, and life insurance options.

• Employer paid long-term disability.

• Free Bus/light rail pass.

• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.

• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days.

• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.

• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of experience in fire protection engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in fire protection engineering or a related field.

• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

• By the end of probation, must obtain the following certifications:

• Option 1

• ICC Fire Plans Examiner.

• NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS).

• Options 2

• Registered Professional Engineer/Fire Protections (PE) in the State of Arizona

• ICC Fire Plans Examiner.

• Option 3

• ICC Fire Plans Examiner

• Three NICET Level III or IV certifications in at least two of the following areas:

• Fire Alarms Systems

• Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarms Systems

• Inspection and Testing of Water-based systems

• Special Hazard Systems

• Water-Based Systems Layout

• The City job description can be found here.

• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.

• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Experience in fire protection engineering.

• NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist.

• ICC Fire Plans Examiner certification.

• Fire prevention plan review/ inspection experience.

• Project management experience.

• Supervisory experience including training staff.

• Three NICET Level III or IV certifications in Fire Alarms Systems, Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarms Systems, Inspection and Testing of Water-based systems, Special Hazard Systems, or Water-Based Systems Layout.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes May 23, 2024. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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