Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I

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1 CITY OF ANAHEIM invites applications for the position of: Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I SALARY: See Position Description OPENING DATE: 10/04/16 CLOSING DATE: Continuous DESCRIPTION: Part Time Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I (2 Positions) $34.04 to $43.45 Hourly Full Time Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I (1 Position) $34.04 to $43.45 Hourly $70, to $90, Annually Anaheim Fire and Rescue seeks dynamic Part Time and Full Time Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer (CRRO) I for the Community Risk Reduction Division. The CRRO will begin employment in the Life Safety Section and become qualified to also support the Hazardous Materials Section. Unique to Anaheim, the CRRO performs responsible technical level activities in the enforcement of compliance with codes, laws, regulations, and ordinances related to buildings, public assemblies, fire codes, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, and underground storage tanks. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Positions in this classification perform entry level fire and life safety inspection work and enforcement of codes relating to hazardous substances and underground storage tanks within the Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer series. They include employees who have limited related experience and would function in a learning capacity. Under close supervision, within set procedural frameworks and guidelines, they would perform the more routine and less complex inspections and investigate activities related to fire code compliance. The mission of the Community Risk Reduction Division is "To provide and maintain a safe environment for the citizens and businesses in Anaheim through a professional balance of education, engineering, enforcement and evaluation; and by visualizing problems through the eyes of those we serve." te for Part Time Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I: The Part Time position is designated to average 30 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. The benefits information attached to this recruitment is for the Full Time position. Visit the following link

2 action=viewclassspec&classspecid= then click on the Benefits tab for information for Part Time position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Candidates will be chosen to meet the needs of the Life Safety Section within the Fire Community Risk Reduction Division, with the expectation that the candidate would meet the requirements for both Sections within the prescribed timelines as provided in the Qualifications Section. Candidates Will Start Assignment to Life Safety Section: Conduct life safety inspections; interpret adopted laws, regulations, and ordinances; and perform enforcement for all occupancy types. Apply the fire codes and issue appropriate fire code permit(s). Conduct inspections of new business licenses issued by the City for compliance with adopted fire codes. Conduct inspections of multi family residences. Candidates Will to be Assigned Train for the the Hazardous Materials Section: Identify locations of hazardous materials, hazardous waste generators, and onsite hazardous waste treatment units; inspect facilities for underground storage tank systems, hazardous materials/waste storage, use, and handling. Review underground storage tank plans for compliance; inspect new underground storage tank system installations, repairs, system modifications, and closure of underground storage tanks. Oversee testing and monitoring of underground storage tanks to ensure compliance with state laws; issue operating permits. Respond to and investigate hazardous chemical spills all hours of day; determine probable source; oversee cleanup and disposal; contact and coordinate with other agencies. Enforce filing of hazardous materials inventory and emergency response plan, permit applications, financial responsibility, and financial assurance notifications, forms, and required documents. Review business size and setting; determine minimum adequacy requirements; adopt standards for business plans; define reporting requirements for the release of hazardous materials. May be required to transport and properly store small quantities of hazardous waste materials and recyclable wastes. Conduct environmental surveys, field investigations, monitoring programs, data collections, and chemical testing; collect samples and specimens for laboratory analysis and interpret laboratory findings. Essential Job Functions for both sections: Make presentations to the public, business groups, students/administrators/educational institutions, and non profit professional organizations. Investigate complaints and issue corrective notices as necessary. Prepare reports based on field notes; issue field orders, citations, and violation notices; conduct informal hearings; prepare reports for prosecution; provide testimony in prosecutorial proceedings; gather evidence of violations and non compliance; may conduct felony and misdemeanor investigations; prepare for criminal and civil action as necessary. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. QUALIFICATIONS: All candidates must possess any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities are as

3 follows: Experience in public contact work, preferably involving investigative or inspection skills. Demonstrate knowledge of investigative principles and practices, English grammar, and methods of report writing; basic chemistry and laboratory sampling techniques, including toxicology, hazardous materials identification, biology and geology; and principles of environmental health. Have the ability to learn, interpret, explain, and enforce appropriate laws, regulations, and ordinances; learn practices, procedures, and methods used in fire prevention; learn the principles and techniques of building inspection; analyze and compile technical information on code investigations and violations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain records and prepare comprehensive reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and use computer and software programs. Possess California State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D. Possess a valid California Driver's License. Possess or have the ability to obtain, a P.C. 832 Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certificate (powers of arrest) within one (1) year of entry into this classification. As a term and condition of employment, the employee shall meet the following requirements and/or obtain the following certifications by the completion of probation: (1) All below mentioned education and training requirements for Hazardous Materials; (2) International Code Council Fire Inspector I Certification; (3) Successfully complete forty (40) hour HAZWOPER Class; (4) Successfully complete one hundred sixty (160) hours of Hazardous Materials Technician Certification; (5) First Aid/CPR; and (6) International Code Council California Underground Storage Tank Inspector Certification. Candidates must also possess by completion of probation: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university or equivalent degree approved by the California Superintendent of Public Instruction under the provisions of California Education Code Section 94310(b) with major course work in biological, chemical, physical, environmental or soil science; environmental health; environmental or sanitary engineering; toxicology; industrial hygiene; or a related field. Experience in hazardous materials management, regulation, analysis, or research; environmental research, monitoring, surveillance or enforcement; or resource recovery may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one (1) year of qualifying experience for each year of college work for up to a maximum of two (2) years. When substituting experience for education, qualifying education must include a minimum of thirty (30) semester units in natural science from an accredited college or university. A valid California Certificate Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process will consist of, but not limited to, an oral interview. This recruitment will result in two eligibility lists full time and part time. The eligibility lists established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the department and the City. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

4 The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post offer pre employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the address listed on your application. Please check your regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communication by any other method. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 501 Anaheim, CA Position # FIRE COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION OFFICER I JM Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. This recruitment will yield an eligible list for both Part Time and Full Time Fire Community Risk Reduction Officer I. The Part Time position is designated to average 30 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Please state which type of position you are interested in. Full Time Only Part Time Only Both Part Time and Full Time * 2. Please list all courses completed through the California State Fire Marshal Office. Please attach certifications to your application. If none, type N/A. * 3. Do you possess experience in public contact work involving investigative or inspection skills? * 4. Please describe your experience in public contact work involving investigative or inspection skills. If none, type N/A. * 5. Do you possess a P.C. 832 Peace Officer's Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Power of Arrest Certificate? If yes, please attach certifications to your application. If no, you must obtain within 1 year of entry into this classification. I am eligible and will obtain within 1 year I am not eligible to obtain this certificate * 6. Do you possess the International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certification? If yes, please attach certification to your application. If no, you must obtain by completion of probation. * 7. Have you successfully completed forty (40) hours of HAZWOPER class? If yes, please attach proof of completion to your application. If no, you must obtain by completion of probation. * 8. Have you successfully completed one hundred sixty (160) hours of Hazardous Materials Technician certification? If yes, please attach proof of completion to your application. If no, you must obtain by completion of probation.

5 * 9. Do you possess certification for first aid/cpr? If yes, please attach certification to your application. If no, you must obtain by completion of probation. * 10. Do you possess the International Code Council California Underground Storage Tank Inspector Certification? If yes, please attach certification to your application. If no, you must obtain by completion of probation. * 11. Do you possess a degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in biological, chemical, physical, environmental or soil science; environmental health; environmental or sanitary engineering; toxicology; industrial hygiene; or a related field? 12. Please list the total number of completed units of college level course work in biological, chemical, physical, environmental or soil science; environmental health; environmental or sanitary engineering; toxicology; industrial hygiene; fire science; or a related field. If none, type N/A. * 13. Do you possess a California Certificate Registration as an Environmental Health Specialist? If yes, please attach certifications to your application. * Required Question