DFPC Building Inspector II

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents. A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities. Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado. Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace. Careers with a purpose: If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services. Classification and Salary: FIRE MARSHAL II Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,149 - $8,580/month; $85,788 - $102,960/year Full Salary Range: $7,149 - $10,009/month; $85,788 - $120,108/year Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees. Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees. The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount. Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country. State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan. Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) . Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details. We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits . About the Work Unit The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is to safeguard those that live, work, learn, and play in Colorado by reducing threats to lives, property and the environment. The Division safeguards the public through: fire prevention and code enforcement; wildfire preparedness, response, suppression, coordination, and management; training and certification; public information and education; and technical assistance to local governments. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control has long had code enforcement responsibilities over gaming establishments, hotel and motel occupancies, fire suppression systems, and waste tire facilities. With the passage of BB09-1151, DFPC assumed primary responsibility for fire and building code enforcement in public schools and junior colleges throughout the State, effective January 1, 2010. With the subsequent passage of HB12-1268, DFPC also assumed from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment primary responsibility for enforcing the Life Safety Code in healthcare facilities statewide, effective July 1, 2013. The primary purpose of the work unit is to ensure that all the buildings that are included in the jurisdiction of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) are constructed and/or maintained in accordance with the requirements of state statutes, regulations, adopted codes, and, in the case of healthcare facilities, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid) mandated requirements. To accomplish this purpose, the work unit performs building, fire, and life safety code plan reviews and inspections, and regulates licenses and certifications to ensure compliance with the statute, regulations, and the currently adopted as applicable. Work Environment This is a remote position - Candidates will be mobile and driving from site-to-site across the state. In-state travel and operation of a State vehicle will be required for this position Overnight travel will be required -- expected to be 30% of the time Out-of-State travel may be required for this position: representation and participation for multi-state and national level conferences, training, association meetings, etc. About the Job This position exists to ensure (by reviewing plans, processing documents, inspecting new construction projects, and completing ongoing inspections) that regulated facilities are constructed and maintained in accordance with requirements in statutes, rules, and adopted codes. This position will conduct construction site inspections of facilities for code conformance; perform site inspections of building systems; perform construction inspections in facilities regulated by the DFPC; provide technical assistance to local governments on matters related to building, fire, and life safety protection; answer inquires related to building, fire, and life safety protection and interpretation of codes related to inspections performed. This position is an entry-level position and is expected to attend trainings (sometimes requiring out of state travel for up to a week) and attain certifications to meet Building Inspector III qualifications within twenty-four (24) months of hire date. These certifications include ICC Commercial Building Plans Examiner, Commercial Mechanical Inspector or Commercial Mechanical Plans Examiner and ICC or NFPA Fire Inspector II. Once all of these requirements have been met and the incumbent has demonstrated comprehension and application of DFPC policies and procedures, the position will be eligible for reallocation to Inspector III. In addition, this position is expected to complete a Basic Life Safety Code class through the Centers for Mendicare and Medicaid Services (CMS); however, attendance in this class is not required prior to promoting to Building Inspector III. Key Responsibilities Perform Construction and Code Maintenance Inspections <span style="color: