Fire Inspector

**Job Posting**

Under the direction of the Division Captain Fire Prevention, the **Fire Inspector** is responsible for conducting building inspection for Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency (HRFE) in accordance with the requirements under the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act.

The **Fire Inspector** is required to act in concert with other regulatory staff and agencies to ensure compliance with construction, development, and other health and safety-related regulations. The position is appointed Municipal Fire Inspector pursuant to the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act.

The **Fire Inspector** conducts themselves in a professional, competent manner at all times when representing HRFE & the HRM with building owners, tenants, outside agencies and internal service providers.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Inspects existing buildings and occupancies for compliance with the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act and Regulations and various Municipal By-laws;
- Identifies and reports on inaccuracies in the property data;
- Responds to complaints or concerns from the public and internal staff, and conducts follow-up inspections where violations have been noted;
- Maintains contemporaneous, thorough and accurate records of all activities;
- Documents evidence file and represents HRFE during legal proceedings;
- Enforces operational guidelines, occupational health and safety standards, rules, regulations, policies, systems and procedures for safe and efficient fire prevention operations;
- Reviews and coordinates the development of operational policies and guidelines, and recommends any changes or additions deemed necessary.
- Maintains regulatory appointments (Municipal Fire Inspector, Local Assistant and Special Constable);
- Informs building owners on “non-compliant"” conditions and takes such actions as is necessary to achieve compliance;
- Assists in the mentorship and guidance of junior positions;
- Prepares long form prosecution referrals;
- Remains current in all regulatory and technical construction standards;
- Responsible under the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) as defined in the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act to have a direct responsibility for health and safety as an essential part of their work;
- Reviews tender documents for compliance with Orders to Remedy required under the Fire Safety Act;
- Prepares “Orders” or “Notices” and reports for maintenance as required by the Fire Safety Act and Regulations and HRM Charter;
- Gives evidence in the way of expert opinion and/or testimony at various quasi-judicial hearings or pursuant to Part 15 of the HRM Charter;
- Researches of NFC, NBC and manufacturers reference documents both manually and online including CSA, NFPA, CCMC, ULC, CGSB, etc.;
- Responsible for other duties assigned as appropriate to the function and responsibilities of the position.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education & Experience**
- Level 1 Fire Inspector Certification (FIANS or Equivalent) or Level 1 Building Official Diploma of Qualification and ability to obtain Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification;
- Minimum three (3) years’ relevant experience administering a Fire Safety Act and Regulations, Building Code Act and Regulations and/or equivalent legislation;
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
- Must be able to demonstrate capacity and competency to inspect all buildings, structures, facilities, and occupancies by the National Building Code of Canada and National Fire Code of Canada;
- Valid driver's license;
- Considerable experience inspecting complex buildings (ex: high rise, industrial) similar to those found in Halifax Regional Municipality considered an asset.

**Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities**
- Detailed knowledge of the HRM Charter, Nova Scotia Building and Fire Codes, Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act, HRM By-laws M200, O109, F100 and B400;
- Must have a sound knowledge and understanding of common law principals including precedents resulting from Court and Regulatory Body decisions;
- Knowledge of associated construction approval departments and agencies as well as their related procedures and regulations;

**Security Clearance Requirements**: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

**Competencies**: Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Communication, Customer Service, Decision Making, Organization & Planning, Organizational Awareness, Risk Management, Teamwork & Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Values & Ethics

**WORK STATUS**: Permanent, full-time

**HOURS OF WORK**: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

**SALARY**: Per IAFF Local 268 Collective Agreement - 85% of a 1st Class Firefighter.

**WORK LOCATION**: Mellor Avenue, Dartmouth - with ability to travel in company vehicle

**CLOSING DATE**: Application will be accepted until 11:59 on November 1, 2024

**Please note**: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for int