CHIEF, FIRE FLEET SERVICES - FIRE EMERGENCY
County of Los Angeles
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FIRE PREVENTION SPECIALIST
City of Long Beach
Fire - (CL)
Location
Long Beach, California, 90802
Salary
$25.49 - $34.78
per hour
Type
Full Time
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March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This role involves inspecting buildings, homes, and businesses in Long Beach to check for fire safety issues, ensuring everything meets city codes and standards to prevent fires and hazards.
The specialist investigates complaints, educates property owners on rules, and issues notices when violations are found.
It's a good fit for someone detail-oriented with a background in fire safety or building codes who enjoys fieldwork and public interaction.
Key Requirements
- Nine semester units (or 13.5 quarter units) in Building Inspection Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Code Enforcement, Fire Science Technology, or related field; ICC certificates can substitute for up to three units
- Or, six months of full-time paid experience in code compliance inspections related to fire codes, NFPA standards, fire prevention, hazardous materials, or fire hazards
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Proof of education or experience required with application
- Conduct routine inspections of multi-occupancy, dwelling, commercial, and industrial structures for fire code compliance
Full Job Description
Applications are available online beginning Monday, February 2, 2026. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice.
Vacancy Information
There are currently two vacancies in the Fire Department.
Requirements
Under general supervision, conducts routine code enforcement inspections and investigations specific to existing multi-occupancy structures, including mixed-use structures, to ensure compliance with various codes and regulations pertaining to building construction, fire prevention, hazardous materials, property maintenance (such as trash and combustible material storage), signage, and other fire code items. Conducts routine fire prevention inspections on existing dwelling construction to ensure compliance with various rules and regulations pertaining to fire codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, fire prevention, property maintenance (such as trash and combustible material storage), signage, and other fire code items; Conducts fire prevention inspections on minor commercial and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with various rules and regulations pertaining to fire codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, fire prevention, property maintenance (such as trash and combustible material storage), signage, and other fire code items; Initiates construction or installation changes to meet requirements regarding fire code items; Investigates and responds to public and referred public agency code violation complaints; Issues notices of violation related to fire code items; Advises residents, property owners, and business owners regarding fire code requirements and interpretation of regulations; Prepares reports and maintains records related to permits and inspections; Researches case histories, property ownership records, and other records and conducts surveys to gather data; Takes photographs and prepares citations, and compiles information for City Attorney/City Prosecutor for use at legal proceedings involving fire code violations; Presents interpretations of ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations to residents, groups, agencies, businesses, and other entities; Makes referrals to appropriate City departments; Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following options:
Nine (9) semester/13.5 quarter units or more of college coursework pertaining to Building Inspection Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Code Enforcement, Fire Science Technology, or a closely related field. A current International Code Council (ICC) certificate may be substituted for three (3) college semester units per certificate (proof required)*
Nine (9) semester/13.5 quarter units or more of college coursework pertaining to Building Inspection Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Code Enforcement, Fire Science Technology, or a closely related field. A current International Code Council (ICC) certificate may be substituted for three (3) college semester units per certificate (proof required)*
OR
Six (6) months of paid full-time equivalent experience conducting inspections to ensure compliance with various codes and regulations pertaining to fire codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, fire prevention, hazardous materials, and/or other fire hazards;
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Six (6) months of paid full-time equivalent experience conducting inspections to ensure compliance with various codes and regulations pertaining to fire codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, fire prevention, hazardous materials, and/or other fire hazards;
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) standards;
- Knowledge of modern construction practices, methods, and materials;
- Ability to write reports and read and interpret plans and specifications;
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with employees, the public, and representatives of various organizations and outside agencies;
- Ability to deal effectively with people of diverse ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds;
- Ability to effectively use personal computers and applications for data entry, email, correspondence, etc.
- Ability to perform routine arithmetic calculations.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current International Code Council (ICC) Certificate;
- Continuing education courses;
- Combination Building Inspector Aide experience;
- Bilingual/Biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) is desired for some positions.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:Application and Supplemental Application………………...………………..……Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted.
This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list.
Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed.
This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date.
Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period.
Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by March 3, 2026, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list.
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.If you have not received notification within two weeks of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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