Program Manager II (Field Supervisor - Fire Protection & Electrical Inspections), Grade N25

Montgomery County, Maryland

Rockville, MD

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$83,556–$134,086 Per Year
SKILLS
Building Codes, Building Permits, Commercial Construction, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Economic Development, Electricity, FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993), Financial Disclosure, Financial Statements, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Land Development, Leadership, Material Moving, Medical Protocols, On Site Support, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Policy Development, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Residential Construction, Retirement Plan, Secondary School, Sustainability, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Tuition Fees, Zoning
LOCATION
Rockville, MD
POSTED
10 days ago

Program Manager II (Field Supervisor - Fire Protection & Electrical Inspections), Grade N25

Salary

$83,556.00 - $134,086.00 Annually

Location

2425 Reedie Dr Wheaton MD 20902 USA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026-00308

Department

Department of Permitting Services

Division

DPS 75 Commercial Electrical and FPS Inspections

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

6/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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About the Position

Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $83556.00 to $134086.00, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

WHO WE ARE

Safety, sustainability, and economic development are the hallmarks of the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS). The department issues approximately 40,000 building permits a year and conducts thousands of inspections by local code officials. With a staff of about 240 employees, DPS's five divisions include: commercial building construction; customer support and outreach; land development; residential construction and fire code compliance; and zoning and code compliance. From its award-winning programs to providing excellent customer service in the office and in the field, DPS's commitment to its customers is summed up by its tagline: "Your Project Partner."

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Department is seeking a Program Manager II (Field Supervisor-Fire Protection & Electrical Inspections), Grade N25, to join our team. This person will need technical knowledge and interpersonal skills to manage and lead a team of inspectors with varying experience and abilities, and to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including property owners, contractors, design professionals, other inspectors, and County and state officials.

What Youll Be Doing

This position supervises a team of inspectors who perform inspections and conduct code compliance and enforcement related to fire protection and electrical inspections. It also serves as a primary point of contact with senior management and departmental divisions, and acts as a liaison between other County departments and external agencies for specialized inspections and joint assignments.

The position will:

  • Enforce established work policies and procedures.
  • Schedule and distribute daily work assignments for inspectors.
  • Ensure inspections are completed on time and that reports are submitted promptly.
  • Conduct and document quality control inspections, site visits, and the most complex inspections.
  • Approve inspectors' issuance of Notices of Violation, Orders, and Citations.
  • Testify in court or board proceedings as an expert witness or in support of issued notices, orders, and citations.
  • Develop and evaluate staff performance and deliver team and one-on-one training.
  • Address grievances, escalated complaints, and special assignments.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external partners to resolve inspection compliance issues and facilitate the issuance of Final Inspections and Use & Occupancy approvals.
  • Provide code interpretation, guidance, recommendations, and technical support to field inspectors and customers.
  • Develop, recommend, and implement DPS policies, procedures, and guidelines impacting the Commercial Building Division.
  • Promote team building and a cohesive, positive work environment rooted in technical expertise, procedural consistency, mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

The work is primarily conducted in a field setting, where employees are exposed to the physical demands and hazards associated with construction.

This position requires the ability to attend meetings or perform work at locations outside the office.

This position REQUIRES the possession of a valid driver's license from the applicant's state of residence and the ability to drive a county vehicle to attend meetings, transport materials, or perform work at locations outside the office, which include locations throughout Montgomery County.

This is a supervisory position responsible for overseeing a team of inspectors and ensuring effective fire protection and electrical code compliance activities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience: Thorough five (5) years of professional experience in Electrical OR Fire Protection Engineering or related fields. Supervisory experience may be required, depending upon the position assignment.

  • Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree.

  • Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

  • Medical Protocol: This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation, which includes a physical examination and drug screening.

  • Financial Disclosure Statement: This position is designated as one that requires filing a Financial Disclosure Statement, and you will be required to disclose information about your financial affairs.

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated "Qualified," placed on the Referred List, and may be considered for an interview. Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

  • Experience in team leadership and staff development.
  • Experience directing and supervising the work of code compliance inspectors.
  • Experienceanalyzing, interpreting, and administering the provisions of approved State and local building codes.
  • Experience reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
  • Experience in courtroom or board proceedings and testifying as an expert witness.
  • Possess ICC or equivalent code compliance certificationsrelated to the field of work.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicants responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the Countys "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriffs office) are subject to the Countys ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits

01

Do you possess and currently maintain a VALID drivers license from your state of residence?

  • Yes
  • No

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

  • N/A
  • High School/GED
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • Juris Doctor
  • Doctorate

03

How many years of professional experience do you have in reviewing, performing inspections, and conducting code compliance or enforcement related to fire protection and electrical inspections?

  • No Experience
  • 1 Year Experience
  • 2 Years Experience
  • 3 Years Experience
  • 4 Years Experience
  • 5 Years Experience
  • 6 Years Experience
  • 7 Years Experience
  • 8 Years Experience
  • 9+ Years of Experience

04

Please provide an example from your resume that demonstrates your experience managing and leading a team of inspectors with different skill sets and expertise?

Required Question

Employer Montgomery County (MD)

Address 101 Monroe Street

7th Floor

Rockville, Maryland, 20850

Phone 240-777-0311

Website https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ohr

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