Deputy Chief Inspector of Special Inspections Unit
Job Description
The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.
Responsibilities
The Bureau of Fire Prevention cultivates a safer city for its citizens, visitors and first responders by preventing loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies. We accomplish this 24/7 by identifying fire and life safety hazards; creating, revising, and enforcing the New York City Fire Code; reviewing plans for critical systems designed to protect and alert building occupants; licensing qualified companies to install and service fire protection equipment and systems; certifying individuals to monitor fire safety conditions; and educating individuals and businesses about fire safety. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Prevention is critical partner with the Bureau of Fire Operations (Firefighters) and Bureau of Fire Investigations (Fire Marshals), providing assistance and guidance during post-fire incidents and investigations; and coordinating with other City agencies on matters concerning fire and life safety. The Bureau consists of Fire Protection Inspectors, lawyers, engineers, explosives experts, and Fire Officers work together to save lives in New York City.The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector Level III in the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Reporting directly to the Chief Inspector of the Special Inspection Unit, the successful candidate will: supervise a 24 hour team of highly experienced Inspectors that operate in various task forces including with the NYPD, the FDNY Bureau of Fire Investigation to address a spectrum of fire prevention issues such as Lithium Ion Mobility Device fires, Flammable Liquid Petroleum Gas Use and Storage, Hazardous Gas storage & usage, high hazard occupancies, consumer affairs complaints, NYC Law Inspections, inspection for safe occupation of buildings to ensure shelter for refugees from the southern U.S border, as well as addressing emergency fire prevention and life safety concerns of FDNY field commanders and units. Provide supervision of detailed and comprehensive enforcement actions, documentation of the scene, and official reports to support potential court proceedings. Supervise Inspectors and oversee the inspections related to the public’s complaints to ensure the safety of New Yorkers within the five boroughs.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
1. Five (5) years of full-time experience in or more of the following:
a. the manufacture or storage of explosives or flammables;
b. the development of safety standards for the manufacture or storage of such materials;
c. the inspection of premises where such materials are manufactured, stored or houses to detect potential fire and explosion hazards;
d. the design, installation, operation, repair and testing of sprinkler systems, standpipes, or other fire detection or fire extinguishing systems; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. Education from an accredited college or technical institution with specialization in fire science technology, chemistry, physics or engineering may be substituted for the experience requirement on the basis of one year of education (30 credits) for one year of experience, up to a maximum of 4 years.
License Requirement
A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York.
Preferred Skills
Excellent managerial, communication and writing skills. Extensive knowledge of the NYC Fire Code, Title 3 RCNY, NYC Building Code and NYC HPD Multiple dwelling laws. At least three (3) years serving permanently as a level II AFPI. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Teams, Excel and Word, Comprehensive knowledge and utilization of Accela. Ability to efficiently research Fire Code, Admin Code & Building Department matters. Strong knowledge of inspection procedures, Fire Department Summonses, DOB referrals and violation orders. Be able to adapt in a fast paced, high-pressure ever- changing environment.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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