Employer
Sarasota County Government
Salary
$26.99 - $28.00 Hourly
Location
Sarasota, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Emergency Services
Closing Date
Continuous
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Make a difference in your community by joining our Emergency Services team as a certified Fire Safety Inspector. We’re seeking a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and the ability to interpret technical data, reports, and code manuals.
This critical role helps uphold public safety standards and supports a safer environment for all. The position offers a starting hourly wage of $26.99–$28.00, depending on experience, with benefits beginning within 60 days of hire. To qualify, candidates must hold a current Florida State Certified Fire Safety Inspector Certificate (issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training) and have at least one year of experience in fire safety inspection. Apply today and take the next step in a meaningful and impactful career.
About the Position
In this role, you will...
• Conduct fire and life safety code enforcement, including acceptance testing of fire protection systems and Certificate of Occupancy inspections, under national, state, and local codes.
• Survey commercial structures to identify hazardous materials and relay information for pre-incident planning.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and processing of flammable, combustible, and hazardous materials.
• Inspect and test new and existing fire protection systems for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Collaborate with other County enforcement divisions on Certificate of Occupancy releases and inspections.
• Provide inspection and compliance support to areas outside the Fire Department's jurisdiction in coordination with the County Building & Standards.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and data for occupancy files and coordinate information with relevant departments and agencies.
• Respond to public inquiries and complaints, and conduct fire safety awareness programs within the business community.
About the Schedule
Work Hours:
• Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
• Typical Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency. ​
About You
To be considered for this role, you must have the following:
• High School Diploma or its equivalent -and- One year of Fire Safety Inspector experience.
• Current Florida Fire Safety Inspector Certificate as issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License at the time of hire.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:
Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.
• Associate’s Degree in Fire Science or Fire Administration -or- related year–for-year experience with advanced classes in Fire Science, Hazardous  Materials, or Inspections.
• One year ( minimum ) of commercial construction or building experience.
Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
Per department policy, Employees in this role must adhere to the following:
• Beards, goatees, and flies are prohibited.
• Mustaches shall be well-groomed and neatly trimmed. The lower lip shall be clearly visible with the mouth closed. Mustaches may not extend below or beyond ½ inch from the corner of the mouth.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $26.99 - $28.00, based on experience.
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)