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), is seeking a full-time Associate Fire Protection Inspector, Level II, in the Bureau of Fire Prevention's Hazardous Cargo Unit. Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Inspector, the successful candidate will be responsible for supervising, evaluating, and reviewing the work of field inspectors conducting inspections of vehicles transporting hazardous materials and equipment. These inspections include verifying annual citywide permits for compliance with FDNY and USDOT regulations. The role involves conducting post-inspections and supervisory inspections as well as performing related duties as needed. Experience with an FDNY-issued iPad and Accela application is required to conduct inspections, issue violation orders, and FDNY summonses. In addition to Accela’s application, the candidate should be fluent in Accela Back Office to perform all types of inspections. The role also involves using other computer databases, responding to inquiries from the public, FDNY field units and governmental agencies. Write reports and make recommendations to the Deputy Chief Inspector when required. Conduct field inspections as needed. Must be able to report to the work location by 0700 Hrs., where parking is available. May be required, with advanced notice, to work overtime.
Minimum Qualifications
- Five (5) years of full-time experience in or more of the following:
- the manufacture or storage of explosives or flammables;
- the development of safety standards for the manufacture or storage of such materials;
- the inspection of premises where such materials are manufactured, stored or houses to detect potential fire and explosion hazards;
- 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
Must be able to work a 7 am to 3:30 pm work shift (parking available). Experience conducting inspections of trucks and trailers transporting hazardous materials highly preferred. Experience conducting inspections of sites storing, handling and dispensing flammable/combustible liquids and compressed/cryogenic/torch gases strongly preferred. Knowledge of the NYC Fire Code, Rules of the City of New York and USDOT PHMSA (49 CFR) regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Working knowledge of FPIMS. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Must possess the ability to read SDS/MSDS sheets. Experience issuing violation orders, FDNY summonses and Criminal Court summonses.
55a Program
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.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
, $65,160.00 – $90,603.00
