Fire Safety Specialist

Salary : $66,252.00 - $87,108.00 Annually
Location : City of Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-65
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 1/12/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for the position of Fire Safety Specialist. This position will report to the Assistant Fire Marshal.
Examples of Duties
The Fire Safety Specialist conducts a wide range of fire inspections including but not limited to; annual state mandated inspections, residential and commercial construction inspections, fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, underground private fire mains, alternative fire suppressions systems, fire hydrant fire flow inspections, business license inspections, hazardous material inspections, operational permits, defensible space inspections and short-term rental inspections. Review building and fire protection plans to verify installation meets current Title 24 and NFPA codes, laws and standards. Conduct origin, cause and arson fire investigations as an on-duty fire investigator. Write detailed fire investigation and inspection reports. Provide fire prevention public education presentations to the public. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Principles and procedures of plan review.
• Principles and techniques of fire inspections, fire and building codes, and construction practices and materials.
• Fire prevention safety principles, applicable codes, ordinances, and standards.
• Fire protection systems.
• Fire causes, behavior and its effects.
• Fire and arson investigations.
• Methods of report writing.

Ability to:

• Learn, interpret, explain and enforce applicable codes, regulations, ordinances, and laws.
• Learn the practices, procedures and methods of fire plan review.
• Comprehend plans and specifications.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and give oral presentations.
• Make decisions requiring independent judgment.
• Conduct fire and arson investigations.
• Analyze and compile technical information on fire protection and safety code violations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others during the course of work.

Experience and Training:
Experience: Some of experience in fire prevention related in inspection work, including knowledge of current codes, laws and regulations
Training
Graduation from high school or equivalent
License/Certificates:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, a valid and current California driver's license.
California State Fire Marshal Courses:
Fire Inspector 1A, Fire Inspector 1B, Fire Inspector 1C, Fire Inspector 1D
Hazardous Material First Responder
OR
Prevention 1A, Prevention 1B, Prevention 1C
Highly Desirable Certifications:
Fire Investigation 1A, Fire Investigation 1B, Fire Investigation 1C
Penal Code 832 Arrest Course
Working Conditions and Selection Process
Environmental Conditions: Office, field, and outdoors environment with a variety of weather conditions; exposure to computer screens.
Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, climbing ladders, crawling in confined spaces to conduct site inspections; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to read and interpret information.
Selection Process: All properly completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may include any combination of a written examination, oral board interview, and/or skills assessment to evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligibility list which will remain valid for a minimum of six months.
Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination. Drug screening may be required.
RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS.
CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS, SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
Oceanside Firefighters Association
Benefit Summary
The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance
Medical:

• Kaiser HMO
• Blue Shield HMO
• Blue Shield PPO

Dental:

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Vision:

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Pre-Tax Benefits
Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Life and Disability Insurances
The LIFE and AD&D Voya premiums are paid for by City.
Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times the annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life and AD&D

Long-Term Disability Insurance through the California Association of Professional Firefighters:

• See association for plan benefits

Voluntary Benefits
Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Voya:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $2,850
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $5,000

Deferred Compensation - 457 and Roth IRA through Mission Square:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $22,500 for 2023; over age 50 may contribute an additional $7,500
• Roth IRA - Maximum post-taxed amount is $6,500; over age 50 may contribute an additional $1,000

Hyatt Legal

• Telephone and office consultations are available for an unlimited number of personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Leave Benefits
Vacation:
40-hour employees
All accruals are based on 80 hours in a paid status
1-5 years: 3.58 hours
6-10 years: 5.12 hours
11-15 years: 6.65 hours
16 + years: 8.19 hours
56-hour employees
All accruals are based on 112 hours in a paid status
1-5 years: 5.01 hours
6-10 years: 7.17 hours
11-15 years: 9.31 hours
16 + years: 11.47 hours
Maximum accrual:
360 hours maximum for 40-hour employees
504 hours maximum for 56-hour employees
Holidays:
40-hour employees:

• Credited with 72 hours of holiday and 6 hours to OFA leave bank on January 1
• Unused holiday hours through December 31 will be paid off the second pay period in January

56-hour employees:

• Credited with 168 hours of holiday and 6 hours to OFA leave bank on January 1
• Unused holiday hours through December 31 will be paid off the second pay period in January

Sick Leave:
40-hour employees:

• Accrual: 12 days per year

56-hour employees:

• Shall accrue one hour of sick leave for each 20.30 hours spent in pay status

Max accrual: Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:

• Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 25% payment in lieu of sick leave provided such employee has used 32 hours (48 hrs for suppression employees) or less of sick leave during the calendar year.

Sick Leave Pay Off at Separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Floating Holidays:
40- hour employees:

• Receive 48 hours of floating holiday hours on July 1 of each year

Bereavement Leave:
40-hour employees:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member

56-hour employees:

• Two shifts paid leave for death of employee's immediate family member

Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $2000 per fiscal year
Bilingual Pay

• $1.73 per hour for eligible employees
• $1.24 per hour for eligible 56 hour employees

Preceptor Pay

• $800 upon completion of assignment
• $400 pay for Secondary Preceptor

Education Incentive:
Eligible employees will receive Educational Incentive pay
Uniforms
Eligible employees will receive annual uniform allowance of $775
Safety Shoes
The City will provide reimbursement up to $240 per pair towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.
Retiree Medical Trust Fund
City shall contribute to employee $75 per pay period for retiree medical
Term of Compensation Plan
Effective April 1, 2023 - March 31, 2025
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.
01
Do you possess a valid California Driver License? Please attach a copy to your application.

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a High School diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03
Which California State Fire Marshal certifications do you possess? In order to qualify, you must possess all of the first 5 certifications OR all 3 certifications listed last. Please attach all of the required certifications.

• Fire Inspector 1A
• Fire Inspector 1B
• Fire Inspector 1C
• Fire Inspector 1D
• Hazardous Material First Responder
• OR
• Prevention 1A
• Prevention 1B
• Prevention 1C

04
Describe your experience using computer programs or software as it relates to fire prevention.
05
Describe your experience reviewing building plans or fire protection systems.
06
Describe your experience inspecting fire protection/suppression systems. Include the types of fire protection/suppression systems.
07
Describe your experience conducting annual business inspections. Include occupancy types.
08
CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

Required Question