Only current FDNY employees serving in the permanent civil service title of Fire Protection Inspector will be considered.

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 New York City Fire Department seeks a full-time Fire Protection Inspector in the Bureau of Fire Prevention's Hazardous Cargo Unit. Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Inspector, the successful candidate will: perform inspections both at the work location and in the field involving vehicles transporting hazardous materials and equipment requiring annual hazardous material transportation permits and/or citywide operating permits for compliance with FDNY and USDOT regulations; Issue violation orders, FDNY and Criminal Court summonses, write reports and make recommendations. As a Fire Protection Inspector, you may be required, with advanced notice, to work overtime, travel out of City & State and work weekends. Must be able to report to the work location by 0700 Hrs., where parking is available. Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions as all inspections are conducted outdoors. Experience using Department issued iPad with Accela application to conduct inspections, issue violation orders and FDNY summonses required. Perform related duties as needed.

1. three years of satisfactory full time experience in one or any combination of the following areas:
a. design, installation, operation, repair, testing or inspection of: fire suppression and/or extinguishing systems; and/or refrigeration or air conditioning systems with a minimum of 5 horsepower; or
b. installation and repair of fuel oil heating systems; or
c. formulation, enforcement or implementation of safety standards and programs in the manufacture and/or storage of materials which are potential fire hazards; or
d. inspection of premises where materials which are potential fire hazards are manufactured or stored to detect the potential for fire and/or explosion; or
e. inspection of facilities for compliance with fire and building codes and other safety standards and enforcement of these codes and standards for governmental agencies; or

2. three years of satisfactory full-time experience as a NYC Certified Fire Safety Director, at least one year of which involved regularly performing any combination of the duties described in “1” above; or

3. 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university, in one or more of the following areas: fire science technology; fire protection engineering, chemical, civil, mechanical, environmental, electrical, or marine engineering, or chemistry; or

4. a certificate of completion from an approved union-sponsored plumbing apprenticeship program or satisfactory completion of a course of study in plumbing from an accredited trade/high school and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in general plumbing involving water supply, drainage and gas appliance installation, or in the areas described in “1,” above; or

5. a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to “1,” “2,” “3,” or “4” above. College credit in the areas listed in “3” above may be substituted for experience on the basis of ten (10) semester credits from an accredited college or university for one year of the experience described in “1” above.

• Knowledge of Accela
• Knowledge of NYC Fire and Building Code
• Excellent communication Skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Flexible work tour

We offer great benefits and programs!

Health Benefits at no or low cost with an array of health plans
Defined Pension Plans
401(k) and 457(k) Retirement Savings Programs
Dental and Vision Coverage
Prescription Drug Program
Flexible Spending Program
Paid Holidays and Generous Annual Leave
Training and Professional Development
Opportunity for Scholarship
College Savings Program
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Programs
Workplace Wellness Programs
Student Loan Forgiveness
Municipal Credit Union

• Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

CITY EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY VIA EMPLOYEE SELF SERVICE https://a127-ess.nyc.gov/

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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.