Deputy Chief Inspector

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, City of New York (FDNY) seeks a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector Level III (Deputy Chief Inspector) for the Bureau of Fire Prevention’s Rangehood Unit. Reporting directly to the Chief Inspector of the Rangehood Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for organization, direction, and evaluation the day-to-day operations and functions of the designated Rangehood Unit team. The responsibilities will include but not be limited to supervising the work of inspectorial and support staff, developing, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for newly hired and permanent members of the unit. Analyzing the needs and making recommendations on new programs and training proposals supporting the Department’s mission and Bureau of Fire Prevention principles. Participating in the code development process; evaluating the impact of proposed codes, ordinances, and other legislation related to the operation of the Rangehood Unit. Assisting Technology Management Unit with review and approval process for regulated materials and installations requiring a Certificate of Approval and assisting the Public Certification Unit in the development and updating of Notice of Examinations and study guides.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Extensive knowledge of operational characteristics and activities of the Rangehood Unit.

• Strong knowledge of codes, rules, and regulations related to the design, installation, and maintenance of fire extinguishing systems for special hazards (wet chemical, dry chemical, gaseous, and water-based) and commercial cooking exhaust systems, including but not limited to Construction, Electrical, and Fire Codes, Fire Department rules, NFPA Standards, and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Demonstrated independent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong oral communication skills, including the use of diplomacy and tact.
• High literacy skills, including reading, standard and business English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and letter format.
• Ability to compose routine correspondence and to proofread and edit the work of others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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.