Fire Safety Inspector

Job Opening ID: 39000

Reports To: Campus Fire Marshal

Working Title: Fire Safety Inspector

Department: Environmental Health & Safety

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 007146

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm

Employee Class: Career

The Division of Finance and Administration (DFA) provides services and support to over 50,000 students, faculty, and staff with the mission of advancing UCI's brilliant future and the vision of becoming world-class campus partners. DFA serves the university as planning partners, problem solvers, and solution providers-striving to make it as easy as possible for people to get the services they need, when they need them. Environmental Health & Safety strives to provide reliable, innovative and proactive services to the campus community. EH&S and the campus community work together. Our goal is to integrate safety into the culture of our community while supporting academic and research excellence. The result is a safe and healthy environment with appropriate compliance, protection of assets and efficient execution of business processes.

Applies professional knowledge or expertise in one or more specialty areas within EH&S and serves as lead person on one or more program(s) within a single discipline. Work is reviewed upon completion to ensure predetermined objectives are adequately met and that application of professional / technical judgment is sound. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Provides regulatory interpretation and technical advice. Decision-making is based on established procedures; relevant laws; regulations and organizational policy; professional best practices; impact on other EH&S programs, and management approvals as required. Decisions may impact individual work, other EH&S programs, other departments and / or segments of the organization. Under authority granted by the Office State Fire Marshal and under the direction of the Designated Campus Fire Marshal; conducts fire safety field inspections, reviews construction plans and material submittals for code compliance. Assists with other fire prevention projects and events as assigned.

$62,400 - $92,400

https://www.ehs.uci.edu/

Two years of recent full-time experience performing a combination of fire prevention inspections, plan review services, or construction inspections for a California local or State entity with the responsibility for regulation enforcement of the Fire and Building codes.

California State Fire Marshal (CFSTES) Fire Inspector I Certification, or ICC Fire Inspector I, or equivalent. - Preferred

Thorough knowledge / understanding of specific EH&S field(s) including related laws and regulations; and general knowledge / understanding of all EH&S fields. Knowledge and skill in the application and interpretation of applicable state and federal laws and regulations including the Health and Safety Code, CCR Title 19 and 24, Uniform Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, and NFPA standards. Strong analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within time and budget constraints. Knowledge of fire hazards inherent in research and industrial processes. Demonstrated skill to read and interpret construction plans and specifications, fire protection shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, tools, safety equipment and instrumentation; Knowledge of construction methods, materials and assemblies. Thorough written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen and skill to communicate effectively in a diverse environment. Thorough knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards and guidelines. Strong skill to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required.

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.- preferred

Experience with fire protection systems design and installation requirements, testing and maintenance procedures and the ability to effect correction action.

Must be able to work outside of regularly scheduled shift Must have a valid CA Drivers License and participate in the DMV Pull-notice program Must be able to wear PPE Must comply with UC vaccine policy Must be able to work on-site

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.