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Home My WebLink About1985-09-10; City Council; 8322; Fire Prevention Officers I, II & III class.-. Ct: OF CARLSBAD - AGENL BILL 0 W > 0 LT e n a .. z 0 5 a d 0 z 3 0 0 i~#-- TITLE: APPROVAL OF THE CLASSIFICATION OF DEPT. HD.L FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I, I1 AND I11 ClTy Am @J rllTG. 9k0’85 I I RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. y/ 74, amending the classification plan of the City of Carlsbad by adding the classifications of Fire Prevention Officer I, I1 and 111. ITEM EXPLANATION: The fire prevention bureau is presently authorized one Fire Captain/ Specialist (Fire Marshal) and two Pirefighter/ Specialists. replacement of the two Firefighter/ Specialists with civilian employees. replacements would occur through attrition. The difference in the job descrip- tion between the Firefighter/Specialist and the Fire Prevention Inspector is that the civilian inspectors will not be required to engage in firefighting duties and will not be safety employees. We are recommending the The The reason for the recommended change is that the fire prevention positions are full time positions and the Firefighter/Specialists do not have time to spend with fire companies keeping up their skills and knowledge in the fire and rescue areas. We are also finding it very difficult to recruit firefighters to fill vacancies in the fire prevention bureau. FISCAL IMPACT: If we were to replace the two Firefighter/Specialists at Step E with one Fire Prevention Inspector I and one Inspector I1 at Step E, we would have a one year salary savings of $9,776, plus a savings of fringe benefits of 14%. EXHIBITS: 1. Resolution No. 76 2. 3. 4. Salary Schedule Job Description for Fire Prevention Officer I and I1 Job Description for Fire Prevention Officer I11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 20 -- RESOLUTION NO. 8176 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY PLAN QPHEY TO INCLUDE THE CLASSIFICATIONS 4lF FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I, I1 AND I11 WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs, that the classifications of Fire Prevention Officer I, I1 and I11 should be included in the City's Classification and Salary Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows : 1. That the above recitations are true and correct. 2. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to add the classifications of Fire Prevention Officer I, I1 and 111 as described in Attachment A and B, attached hereto and made a part thereof. 3. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to add the titles Fire Prevention Officer I, I1 and I11 to the appropriate City Salary Plan as shown on Attachment C, attached hereto and made a part thereof. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Carlsbad City Council held on the 10th day of Septeirber the following vote, to wit: , 1985 by AYES: Council lbrbers Casler, Lewis, Kulchin, Chick and Pettine NOES: ABSENT: None ATTEST : d&A- ASLER, Mayor (SEAL) 2 -- FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I1 DEFINITION Under direction, to perform technical work involving weed abatement and hazard reduction inspections, fire prevention education programs, fire and life safety inspections, and to do related work as assigned. --- ' DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Fire Prevention Officer I: An entry level class in the fire prevention series for which prior fire prevention experience is not required. Incumbents inthis class are expected to learn the office and field operations of the department under the supervision of the Fire Captain Specialist or a senior officer, eventually qualifying for advancement to Fire Prevention Officer 11. Incumbents may be required to take related college courses on their own time. Fire Prevention Officer 11: Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the lower grade of Fire Prevention Officer I, or when filled from the outside, requires prior fire prevention experience. Work in this class is distinguished from that of Fire Prevention Officer I by the greater complexity of the work assignments; greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to work; and the broader level of knowledge of code requirements, educational methodology, and city policies and procedures which a Fire Prevention Officer I1 is expected to utilize. 3 EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Conducts weed abatement inspections, supervises cleaning of lots by city contract crews, and completes accompanying paperwork and records. Formulates and conducts educational programs in fire and life safety. Works with schools, service clubs, and other community groups to involve a greater portion of the community in'the fire safety educational process. - Conducts fire prevention inspections, prepares reports of inspec- tions and complaints; follow-up on complaints to see that hazards are eliminated. Inspects facilities for hazardous processes, public assemblies and related activities and recommends corrective action. Conducts fire cause investigations and prepares reports documenting the cause of fires being investigated. Attachment A Page 1 of 2 3 FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER I1 (Cont'd.) QUALIFICATIONS - -__. Page 2 Knowledqe of: Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations, -. rules and ordinances. Principals, practices, and procedures ofmodern fire protection for lives and property. Abilitv to: Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Detect and evaluate a wide varietyof hazardous conditions and materials. Learn to conduct thorough and detailed fact finding investigations of fire incidents. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Assist other city departments in gaining compliance with applicable 4 \ city codes and ordinances. EXPERIENCE br EDUCATION Fire Prevention Officer I: Any combination of education and experi- ence that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities that would be qualifying. A typical way to attain the knowledge and abilities would be equivalent to high school graduation supplemented by college courses in fire inspection or fire science or California Fire Academy courses in the Fire Prevention Series 1A thru 1C. t Fire Prevention Officer 11: Two years of responsible experience in a variety of fire prevention work and education equivalent to that required for a Fire Prevention Officer I, plus courses equivalent to the following California Fire Academy Courkes: Fire Prevention 1A Fire Inspection Practices Fire Prevention 1B Code Enforcement Fire Prevention 1C Flammable Liquids and Gases Fire Prevention 2A Fire Protection Systems & Buildings Components Fire Prevention 2B Interpreting the U.B.C. and C.A.C. T-24 Fire Prevention 2C Fire Problems in Special Occupancies Necessary special requirement: Fire Prevention I and 11. Possession of a valid Class I11 California Drivers License. Attachment A Page 2 of 2 -- FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER 111 DEFINITION Under general direction, supervises Fire Prevention -Officers I and 11, conducts plan review of fire protection systems and equipment, conducts fire prevention inspections of a difficult or highly technical nature, conducts fire cause and arson investigations, and does related work as required. ---- DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class receive direction directly from the Fire Marshal and may be called upon to supervise Fire Prevention Officer I and I1 positions. Incumbents in this class will have extensive experience in the areas of fire inspections, fire investigations, and public fire education, and will have a working knowledge of the fire codes and standards generally in use throughout California. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Supervise Fire Prevention Officer I and I1 positions. Interpret building and.fire protection system plans, building and fire codes. Conduct plan review of industrial, commercial and special hazard occupancies of the fire protection systems and equipment. Perform fire prevention inspections on complex industrial, commercial and residential structures. Conduct fire cause and arson investigations. Keep inspection records and prepare reports. Assist with the supervision and training related to the engine company inspection program. d .a Confer with engineers, contractors, homeowners and others concerning fire and hazard prevention problems and requirements. Conduct fire safety education classes. Serve as Acting Fire Marshal. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledae of: State and Local fire codes. Nationally recognized fire protection and safety standards. Attachment B Page 1 of 2 5’ Fire Prevention Officer I11 __._. Page 2 -- Fire Protection aspects of the Uniform Building Code. Principles and techniques of fire inspection work. EducationUethQdalogy as it relates to fire safety-.education. Contemporary principles and methods of supervision. Ability to: Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques to the fire safety of residential, commercial, industrial and special hazard occupancies. Read and interpret building plans, fire protection system plans, and fire codes. Maintain cooperative working relations with building and business owners, contractors,a nd the general public. Supervise subordinates and facilitate their professional development. Speak before groups in educational or training settings. f Experience & Education Any combination of experience and’ education likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five years of experience performing fire inspection work,including two years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Education: Equivalent to completion of the State certification as a Fire Prevention Officer 111, having completed the following classes or their equivalents: Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Prevention 1A Fire Inspection Practices Prevention 1B Code Enforcement Prevention-1C Flammable Liquids and Gases Prevention 2A Fire Protection Systems and Building Components Prevention 2B Interpreting the U.B.C. and C.A.C. T-24 Prevention 2C Fire Problems in Special Occupancies Prevention 3A Hydraulic Sprinkler Calculati.ons Prevention 3B Plan Checking Necessary Requirement Possession of a valid Class I1 California drivers license. \ Attachment B Page 2 of 2 657,513 671 -32 685.90 701.35 716.81 695 , 3 0 701.35 716.81 ?32,2& 743 ,53 36 31 22 33 34 .- -c ,*04,89 731.20 793.23 816.38 :33.:, .I (5 793.23 816.38 :334,4 0 853.31 872. *j 'i 816.33 834 .'$O 353.31 372.14 391.33 40 41 '4 2 43 44 353,?2 '375, 20 997.5 c1 I , 01'3.92 1, O$3.02 45 *** 46 47 48 ' 40 1,013 e32 I, 043.ir2 1,067. 03 1,091 * 07 1,115.37 I, 06i, 03 t,1:131 , u7 I, i 15.47 1,141.73 I, 168.32 a ' .50 1,141.73 st 1,16.8.32 52 1,194.32 53 1,222.41 6 4 f ,250-,74 1 , 134.32 1,250.7.1 1 , 3 @3,03 1,222.41 1,279. if6 1,339.11 1 ,303.03 1 ., 370.01 1,435.25 1,250.74 1,359.08 1,370.01 -1 ,2?3,06 1 ., 333 1 t 1 1,4if2,62 1,339.11 1,.,402,&2 1,468.?'.s 1,370.. 01 1,435.25 1,502.22 55 f ,279.06 56 1 309.08 * Fire Prevention Officer I ** Fire Prevention Officer I1 *** Fire Prevention Officer I11 is' Attachment C End. of PlISSAL86