Note: Job location is at 460 Brielle Ave, Staten Island, NY 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.
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 of New York City (FDNY) seeks a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector level II to work in the Bureau of Fire Prevention's District Office. Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Inspector, the successful candidate will: Review inspection reports from Field Inspectors to determine accuracy, legibility, and completeness of inspections. Conduct expedited complex inspections when necessary.
Verify that all inspections are conducted as listed on daily projection sheets and that times listed on time sheets correspond with times listed in inspection orders. Perform audit inspections and notify Inspectors of deficiencies as noted by reports and field visits. Supervise subordinate personnel and all office operations as needed. Disseminate technical information to staff. Conduct education drills for Field Inspectors. Provide Fire Code information to the public, upon request. Make recommendations on highly technical inspection policies and the issuance of permits. Create reports and recommendations to Chiefs and Deputy Chief Inspectors on inspection matters. Perform duties of immediate supervisor in their absence and any other related duties assigned. Display conduct and dresses in a manner that brings credit to the FDNY. Demonstrate cooperation with supervisors, peers, and subordinates. Promptly reports all corruption matters to the appropriate authority. Maintain a thorough knowledge of Administrative Codes and various laws. Perform related duties as needed.
License Requirement A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York.
Knowledge of District Office Procedures, Fire Code, Rules Of the City of New York, applicable sections of the NYC Building Code, Multiple Dwelling Code, NYS Labor Law, and Board of Standards and Appeals. Previous inspection experience in the District Office and knowledge of FDNY Summons, Criminal Summonses, Violation Orders, and District Office inspection forms. Excellent analytical, research, written and oral communication skills. Ability to multi-task. Knowledge of inspectional software and Microsoft applications. Prior experience in training and/or mentoring.
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.