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Under the general direction of a Division Fire Chief designated as the Fire Marshal, the incumbent is primarily responsible for the review of construction plans, shop drawings, permit applications, manufacturer specification sheets, and other pertinent permit documents for conformity and to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local fire safety laws, ordinances, and codes are met. The incumbent must be able to work with business owners, building owners, architects, professional engineers, and other City personnel in collaboration with their respective disciplines. The incumbent may participate in on-site inspections of buildings to ensure code compliance is met. Work is assigned orally and in writing, which will be reviewed through observation, conferences, and results obtained.
Job Responsibility:
Responds to the public regarding fire plan review comments and other related issues
Performs review of construction plans, shop drawings, permit applications, manufacturer specification sheets, and other pertinent permit documents for conformity and to ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local fire safety laws, ordinances, and codes are met
Provides plan review comments for compliance to applicable codes and ordinance and answers questions concerning applicable codes, either in person or electronically
May participate in meetings with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, business or building owners, and other staff before and during construction activity
Responsible for providing direction and technical assistance on building projects
Under certain circumstances, may be responsible for inspecting projects under construction for compliance with fire and life safety codes
Reviews new materials, devices, products, codes, laws, and construction methods to maintain currency
Attends meetings, workshops, and reads technical literature to keep current on codes
Performs a wide variety of responsible and professional level work related to fire plan reviews
Provides technical expertise in plan review and project coordination for fire plan review projects
Interprets plans and specifications
approves minor design changes during construction
May serve on the City’s Technical Advisory Committee representing the Fire Prevention Division
Must be able to proficiently learn, navigate, and utilize both current and future permitting software programs
Requirements:
Must possess a High School Diploma or GED at a minimum
Must possess and maintain a current State of Florida “Certificate of Compliance” as a Firefighter II
Must possess and maintain a State of Florida “Fire Safety Inspector I” (or higher) certificate
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Must possess and maintain a current Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals “Fire Plans Examiner Certification” or meet the requirements for such certification at the time of application
Must be able to work on-site
What we offer:
Low cost health insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans
4-Day Work Week
Award Winning Wellness Program
Generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility after 10 years of public service