Fire Protection Analyst
Application Deadline for First Consideration is August 16, 2024.
Copies of qualifying Certifications must be attached
This position performs highly advanced complex review of plans and specifications for fire suppression, fire detection, hazardous materials, and high pile storage to ensure that all new construction and tenant improvements meet fire and life safety code provisions; assists in the preparation and adoption of fire codes and fire prevention ordinances and standards; and supervises plan check and permit staff.
The Ontario Fire DepartmentAs the third largest city in San Bernardino County, Ontario encompasses over 50 square miles and is home to over 185,000 residents. Ontario Fire Department serves these residents from 11 strategically located fire stations, including the Ontario International Airport fire station, with a daily staffing level of 74 sworn firefighters. These fire stations house ten 4-person paramedic engine companies, four 4-person truck companies, a 8-person ARFF station, a 2-person alternate transport vehicle, 2 fire investigators, and 2 battalion chiefs.
Ontario Fire Department has 265 personnel comprised of 213 sworn firefighters and 52 professional staff members serving our community across seven bureaus – Administrative Services, EMS, Fire Prevention, Operations, Personnel & Professional Standards, Support Services, and Training & Professional Development.
The Fire Prevention Bureau is committed to Community Risk Reduction and is operated in a business-like manner, providing responsive customer-friendly service. The Bureau utilizes various databases in conjunction with other city departments to identify the most hazardous occupancies in the City. Periodic inspections are then conducted to ensure code compliance. The Bureau of Fire Prevention is responsible for developing and implementing programs and policies that prevent or reduce the magnitude of emergency occurrences, such as loss of life and property, or environmental damage.
The essential functions typically performed by the Fire Protection Analyst include the following:
- Supervises and directs the activities of staff including employee selection, work assignments, performance evaluations, employee development, disciplinary action, and complaint resolution.
- Develops and maintains the City's fire protection analysis and chemical hazards program.
- Performs fire safety analysis and makes recommendations regarding hazardous materials storage, high piled storage, spray booths, dust collection systems, conveyors, engineered systems (hood protection systems in restaurants, spray booths, computer rooms, etc.), and other highly complex systems.
- Reviews, evaluates, and approves building plans and specifications, fire alarm systems and calculations, standpipe materials, and other possible hazards.
- Interprets and provides technical advice and assistance relating to fire and building codes.
- Provides technical advice and coordinates the City's Hazardous Material Enforcement Program with the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA).
- Inspects construction sites and existing buildings and facilities for conformance to codes and standards.
- Assists with the technical training of code enforcement and fire suppression, fire protection, and inspection staff.
- Conducts research and tests on materials and systems to evaluate their safety and application.
- Performs special research and provides technical support in fire investigations.
- Testifies as an expert witness in civil or criminal proceedings.
- Investigates and makes recommendations to staff on requests for alternate materials or methods or variations in applicable regulations.
- Performs legislative analysis on proposed municipal code revisions.
- Confers with developers regarding prospective business development projects.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in major coursework in fire protection, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering, or construction engineering technology. Additional years of applicable experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Experience
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in fire protection systems analysis work including commercial and residential plan review and planning practices.
Certification
Must possess all of the following certifications issued by the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM):
- CSFM Fire Inspector I Certification (or Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, & 1D course certificates)
- CSFM Fire Inspector II Certification (or Fire Inspector 2A, 2B, 2C, & 2D course certificates)
- CSFM Plans Examiner Certification (or Plans Examiner 1A, 1B, & 1C course certificates)
(Equivalent certifications may be considered upon department review)
Copies of qualifying Certifications must be attached
License
Valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
How to ApplyApply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
- List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
- List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
- Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
NOTE:Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.Supplemental QuestionsTo complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Email NoticesEmail is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
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