Inspector, Fire Department

Inspector, Fire Department

Salary

$70,901.25 Annually

Location

City Hall, 26. S. Phelps St Youngstown, OH

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

#2178

Department

Fire Department

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

6/26/2026 4:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

The Fire Inspector is responsible for the enforcement of the Fire Code and related Municipal Ordinances adopted by the City of Youngstown. Further responsibilities include, but not limited to, a fire education program for the citizens and business owners in the boundaries of the City. As well as any assigned deities by the Chief of the Department. the Fire Inspector will continue a fire damage and escrow program for aby fire damaged structures, in compliance with the existing program. Work involves the responsibility for improving standards of public safety and securing compliance with all fire prevention laws, ordinances, and accepted standards through the inspection of commercial buildings falling under their jurisdiction, as stated in the adopted Fire Code. They are to work in conjunction with City business to ensure compliance in a timely manner. When the inspection of any commercial building falls outside the scope of their jurisdiction, or another entity has joint jurisdiction with the city, The Bureau will work in union with the entity, accompanying them on co-inspection, or sharing of information from previous inspections.

Examples of Duties

Inspect all commercial structures falling under their jurisdiction as per the Adopted Codes and Ordinances of the City of Youngstown. Ensure acceptance and Compliance of all covered systems and appliances in these buildings.

Investigate any complaints of noncompliance to Adopted Codes including but not limited to; overcrowding, illegal storage, or burning complaints.

Conduct fire Drills as required and conduct Fire Safety Programs as requested by any school or business in the City.

Assist any agency, State or Federal with enforcement of Codes and Standards falling under their jurisdiction.

Issue any other permits as necessary and proper for the fire safety of the Community.

Maintain all appropriate records of inspections done, and permits issued for a period of time deemed necessary by the Citys Law Department.

Minimum Qualifications

Hold and maintain a current Certification from the State of Ohio as a Certified Fire Safety Inspector or be able to obtain the State of Ohio Certification as a Fire Safety Inspector within Six (6) months of hire. Must hold and maintain a current State of Ohio Level 2 Fire fighter Certification. Have considerable knowledge of Fire Prevention Codes, standards, laws, ordinances, rules and regulations enforced by the City of Youngstown. As well as, knowledge of inspection practices, techniques and documentation there of. Have the ability to recognize and define a number of fire hazards and be able to recommend remediation that the inspector will come in contact with on a daily basis. Ability to carry out instruction

Applicants must meet the above required qualifications to be considered

EXAMINATION INFORMATION:

TYPE:TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: Applicant's grade will be determined based on Education and Experience found in the application and resume

NOTE: Each applicant is required to submit a detailed resume of his/her education and experience at the time of filing application.

NOTE:THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE ANY AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE APPLICATION OR RESUME. LACK OF HONESTY WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE REMOVAL FROM THE ELIGIBILITY LIST.

BONUS POINTS WILL BE ADDED TO PASSING SCORES (70%) ON THE FOLLOWING BASIS:

20% - MILITARY (DD-214 showing 180 days of active duty service and proof of honorable discharge required) 15% - Reserve Component - upon completion of entry-level training.

15% - PROOF OF CITY RESIDENCY (Submit four (4) different proofs of residency from one (1) year ago and four (4) different current proofs of residency - total of 8) Proof of Residency must be scanned and emailed to civilservice@youngstownohio.gov

NOTE:ALL COPIES OF DIPLOMAS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND RESUMES MUST BE UPLOADED AT THE TIME OF FILING. Original college transcripts are required as verification of educational attainments. If you are a veteran and wish to claim the military preference credit, please upload a PDF COPY of FORM DD-214 showing proof of honorable discharge.

• As provided for in Youngstown City Ordinance ORD-11-244 and in accordance with the City of Youngstown Charter, Section 52 (E) any candidate who is a bona fide resident of the City of Youngstown for at least one year immediately prior to an entry level examination and remains a resident citizen of the City of Youngstown throughout the selection process, as determined by the Civil Service Commission, at the time of filing his or her application for examination, shall, if a passing grade is attained, have a credit of fifteen percent (15%) added to his or her raw score. The Applicant must show proof of residency by providing the following: Driver's License, Bank Statements, Utility Bills, Mortgage Release/Lease, and/or Insurance Statements. In order to be considered applicants must submit four (4) different proofs of residency from one (1) year ago and four (4) current proofs of residency (Total of 8)

The City of Youngstown offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including the following: A comprehensive health plan including Medical Coverage, Dental Coverage, Vision and Life Insurance.

City benefits also include vacaation, paid holidays and sick leave.

All safety forces are members of the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund.

For additional information regarding benefits, contact Risk Management at 330.742.8969

Employer City of Youngstown Civil Service Commission

Address City Hall 26 S. Phelps St.

Youngstown, Ohio, 44503

Phone 330.742.8798

Website http://www.youngstownohio.gov