Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I or II – (Life Safety Section)

Description

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I $41.06 - $52.41 Hourly $ 85,404.80 - $ 109,012.80 Annually Part-time salary is the hourly rate only

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer II $ 45.62 - $ 58.23 Hourly $94,889.60 - $ 121,118.40 Annually Part-time salary is the hourly rate only

Anaheim Fire and Rescue seeks a dynamic Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer (CRRO) I or II for both full-time and part-time to support efforts in the Community Risk Reduction Division.

Unique to Anaheim, the CRRO performs responsible technical level activities in the enforcement of compliance with codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances related to buildings, public assemblies, fire codes, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and underground storage tanks.

Please note : Eligibility lists for both full-time and part-time are established to fill current and future vacancies.

Distinguishing Characteristics :

The Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I classification is the first level classification within the Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer series, employees at this level perform more routine and less complex inspections and investigative activities related to fire code and hazardous materials compliance.

The Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer II classification performs journey level tasks and handles less routine and more complex enforcement investigations, occupancy inspections, and monitoring of use and control of hazardous materials including heavy, commercial, and industrial.

The department reserves the option to hire at either Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I or Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer II level based on candidate qualification, selection process, and needs of the department.

Essential Functions

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

When assigned to Life Safety Section :

Conduct inspections and prepare reports based on field notes; issue citations and violation notices; conduct informal hearings;

gather evidence of violations and non-compliance; prepare for criminal and civil action as necessary.

• Make presentations to the public, business groups, students / administrators / educational institutions, and non-profit professional organizations.
• Investigate complaints and issue corrective notices as necessary.
• Conduct life safety inspections; interpret adopted laws, regulations, and ordinances; and perform enforcement for all occupancy types.
• Apply the fire codes and issue appropriate fire code permit(s).
• Conduct inspections of new business licenses issued by the City for compliance with adopted fire codes.
• Conduct inspections of multi-family residences.

Essential Job Functions for all sections :

• Make presentations to the public, business groups, students / administrators / educational institutions, and non-profit professional organizations.
• Prepare reports based on field notes; issue field orders, citations, and violation notices; conduct informal hearings;
• prepare reports for prosecution; provide testimony in prosecutorial proceedings; gather evidence of violations and non-compliance;

may conduct felony and misdemeanor investigations; prepare for criminal and civil action as necessary.

• Investigate complaints to determine if a fire hazard exists and issue corrective notices as necessary.
• Conduct post incident community outreach.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer II

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Candidates may be chosen to meet the needs of one or both sections within the Fire Community Risk Reduction Division, with the expectation that the candidate would meet the requirements for both sections within the described timelines prescribed below.

When Assigned to Life Safety Section :

• Conduct inspections of all occupancies for compliance with fire prevention codes.
• Conduct inspections and witness acceptance tests on new fire protection systems including fire sprinklers, fire alarms, extinguishing systems and hydrants.
• Conduct plan reviews and inspections of places of assemblies such as trade shows, carnivals, and fairs for compliance with fire codes;

conduct public assembly inspections for approval / denial of Entertainment Permits issued by the City.

• Apply the fire codes and issue appropriate fire code permit(s).
• Enforce and interpret fire codes, building codes, state laws, and local ordinances, including the issuance of correction notices.
• Conduct inspections of new business licenses issued by the City for compliance with fire laws.
• Assist suppression personnel with fire inspections in the interpretation and

Qualifications

Experience and Training Guidelines : Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities are below. Please click on the titled hyperlink to view the full list of Qualifications (experience, education, knowledge, abilities and license / certifications) foror .

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I :

Experience : Ideal candidate will have prior experience involving fire code compliance, building and / or construction inspection, and / or hazardous materials compliance, including experience involving heavy public contact.

Education : Equivalent to completion of the thirty (30) semester units of college coursework in fire science, environmental science, natural sciences, or a related field is required by the completion of probation.

License / Certification Requirements : A valid California driver's license and completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, or Fire Prevention 1A, 1B, 1C, are required at time of appointment.

As a term and condition of employment, employees shall meet the following additional requirements and / or obtain the following certifications by the completion of probation :

• P.C. 832 Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certification (powers of arrest);
• International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I Certification;
• Successfully complete First Aid / CPR training;
• International Code Council California Underground Storage Tank Inspector Certification.

Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer II :

Experience : Ideal candidate will have equivalent to some experience in public contact work involving inspection skills.

Journey level experience as a fire inspector or hazardous materials specialist for a municipality or fire protection district in the State of California.

Education : Requirements set forth for Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I (listed above).

License / Certification Requirements : All Life Safety requirements set forth for Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I classification (listed above).

Additionally, completion of California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D, and Investigation 1A are required at time of appointment.

As a term and condition of employment, employees shall meet the following additional requirements and / or obtain the following certifications by the completion of probation :

International Code Council Fire Inspector II Certification

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The deadline for the first review of applications is on November 4, 2024 at 5 : 00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and / or additional vacancies throughout the City.

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.

Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug / alcohol screening).

The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Communication regarding your application and / or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer