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Fire Inspector / Investigator #2208-0757-01

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Date Opened
Monday, September 05, 2022 12:01 AM
Close Date
Monday, September 19, 2022 11:59 PM
Section
Fire Service Investigation & Inspection
Salary
  • $89,421 annualized
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
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Introduction

Applicant Packet is available HERE.
This packet contains a cover letter specifying the test dates, a copy of the posting and job description, and the study list.

REPORTS TO

Work is performed under the supervision of the Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal or Fire Investigative Supervisor depending on assignment and is reviewed through reports, conferences and observation of results.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

This specialized technical work involves the enforcement of state and local fire safety and prevention codes. Work involves the licensing of premises and vehicles which are required to meet fire safety standards. Work also involves investigation of fires of suspicious origin in close cooperation with police department personnel, who may be assigned to the Fire Investigative Unit.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending on assignment, work tasks include the following:
  • Performs fire inspection and fire code enforcement work.
  • Inspects schools, child day-care centers, restaurants, dwellings, rooming houses, mercantile and industrial establishments, as well as drycleaners and tank trucks.
  • Performs fire investigation work.
  • Issues licenses for premises and vehicles that meet fire safety standards required for licensing.
  • Investigates complaints and reported fire hazards, and assists in fire investigations.
  • Investigates suspicious fires, takes photographs, interrogates witnesses and possible suspects, and preserves evidence from the scene. Appears in court as required.
  • Maintains records and prepares reports on work assigned.
  • Performs related work as required

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school; must be a Firefighter with 36 months of experience in the New Haven Fire Department and have the following knowledge, abilities and skills:

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Knowledge of firefighting, fire prevention, and fire inspection and techniques.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws and ordinances.
  • Knowledge of investigative techniques, principles and procedures.
  • Ability to quickly learn, accurately interpret and effectively enforce all state and local fire safety and prevention codes.
  • Ability to recognize fire hazards and to recommend corrective action.
  • Ability to conduct fire prevention inspections.
  • Ability to detect, assimilate and preserve physical evidence.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department personnel and the general public.
  • Ability to work closely and in harmony with representatives or other investigative agencies in matters of common interest.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Skill in the use of photographic equipment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Open only to members of Local 825 meeting minimum requirements.

Possession of all required certification(s) that are in accordance with Chapter 541, Section 29-298 of the Connecticut State Statutes;
 - OR -
Ability to obtain such required certification(s) by successfully completing, upon first attempt, all required training modules that lead to receiving all required certification(s) that are in accordance with the Connecticut State Statutes cited above.

An appointee who does not successfully complete any of the required modules needed for required certification(s) will be removed from this position.

SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 825, International Association of Fire Fighters.

Selection Plan

Applicant Packet is available HERE.
This packet contains a cover letter specifying the test dates, a copy of the posting and job description, and the study list.


This is a General Fund, "Tested" position.

Applicants meeting minimum requirements will be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.

General information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid, working email address and you will need to monitor your email, including spam/junk folders, for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.

Conclusion

To apply for this opportunity:
  • Complete your User Registration. You are encouraged to save your Applicant Profile for future use.
  • You MUST click on the job posting you are interested in, and click Apply or Apply Online from within that posting.
  • MAKE SURE the job you are applying for is named at the top of the page as you review your application!
  • Review or modify your application for that position
  • Click "Ready to Send App" or the "Send" tab; read page and click the attestation
  • Click "Send to City of New Haven"
  • You will be redirected to "CONFIRMATION OF EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION SUBMISSION"
  • You will also receive an email and text, if a number was provided, confirming your submission

  • If you do not receive this confirmation in the next 24 hours, your application has not been submitted - please contact us at NHJobs@newhavenct.gov

Please Note, your Profile is NOT an application for an open position. After you create your Applicant Profile, you must still click on a Job Title and complete the application as instructed for each position.