Posting number: 6401-26-BFS-024 FSI 9-11
Department: Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA
Job classification: Fire Safety Inspector 9-11
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building & Safety, Corrections, Trades, Miscellaneous, Fire & EMS, Safety, Construction Trades
Employees in this job serve as fire safety inspectors ensuring that state facilities, institutions, and businesses located in the state are in compliance with the applicable fire safety codes and standards as well as various state laws, rules, and regulations. This position primarily covers the following territory- LANSING Region This position may be asked to assist in other areas as needed.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: FSI 9-E10
Possession of Michigan Fire Inspector certification or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector I credentials is required for E10 and 11 positions.
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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.
Fire Safety Inspector
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Fire Safety Inspector 9
Three years of experience as a fire fighter, law enforcement officer, or corrections officer.
Fire Safety Inspector E10
Two years of experience equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector 9.
Fire Safety Inspector 11
Three years of experience equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector, including one year equivalent to a Fire Safety Inspector E10.
Fire Safety Inspector 9
See individual position descriptions for other requirements.
Candidates must attach a resume, official transcripts (if applicable) and Michigan Fire Inspector certification or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector I credentials (if applicable).
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/F/FireSafetyInspector.pdf
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