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Fire Code Enforcement Officer I
Santa Monica, California United States City of Santa Monica Full Time $74,820.00 - $92,364.00 Annually Nov 07, 2025
Employer:
City of Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a beachside city of 8.3 square miles on the westside of Los Angeles County. Offering an environment of unparalleled natural beauty, the city is home to a mix of residential communities, commercial districts, and recreational venues. Recently named by National Geographic as one of the Top "10 Beach Cities in the World" and by TIME as one of the "Best Places to Live", Santa Monica features three miles of Pacific beaches and the Santa Monica Pier. Santa Monica’s residential population is approximately 93,000, increasing to an estimated 250,000 during the day with tourists, shoppers, and employees. Tourism attracts over 8 million visitors annually. The City of Santa Monica was incorporated on November 30, 1886 and subsequently adopted a City Charter in 1945. In 1947, a City Council-City Manager form of government was established. The City Council consists of seven members elected by the community at large to four year terms. The City of Santa Monica is a full-service city. City departments provide police, fire, a regional transportation network, water, refuse and recycling, streets, parking, planning, building, engineering, free public wifi, a high speed fiber optic network, parks, affordable housing, economic development, library, rent control, recreational, cultural, and educational services to the community. The City-operated Big Blue Bus regional bus service provides over 16.5 million rides for customers each year, all powered by renewable natural gas. Breeze Bike Share was Southern California's first bike share system with 500 bikes at 85 locations. In 2016, the Metro Expo Line opened connecting Santa Monica to Downtown Los Angeles in under an hour. The City of Santa Monica is a national leader in environmental, economic and social sustainability. The City is working toward aggressive climate action goals including: water self-sufficiency by 2020, zero waste by 2030, and carbon neutrality by 2050. The highly-rated Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District serves both Santa Monica and Malibu residents. Santa Monica College (SMC), one of the state's top two-year community colleges, serves over 30,000 full-time and part-time students on several campuses and offers more than 90 fields of study. Santa Monica's strong education institutions are complemented by the 5-star rated Santa Monica Public Library system. Public safety is a top priority in the City of Santa Monica. Santa Monica Fire Department continues to maintain a Class 1 ISO rating, the highest possible rating. Santa Monica has a strong and diverse economy. Known as “Silicon Beach,” local businesses are at the leading edge of the nation’s creative economy and startup scene. Sana Monica is also home to three renowned and respected health facilities, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente. Connect with the City of Santa Monica by visiting www.santamonica.gov, follow @santamonicacity on Twitter, or sign up for the City's newsletter and emergency alerts at www.smgov.net/newsletter.
Job Description
Job Summary
Conducts annual fire and life safety inspections throughout the City of Santa Monica.
Representative Duties
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Fire Code Enforcement Officer I: This is the entry-level classification in the Fire Code Enforcement Officer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform how to conduct fire and life safety inspections. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level, but they are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
Fire Code Enforcement Officer II: This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Fire Code Enforcement Officer series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Fire Code Enforcement Officer I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
Positions in the Fire Code Enforcement Officer classification series are flexibly staffed; positions at the II-level may be filled by advancement from the I-level.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Performs fire and life safety inspections of business and mercantile occupancies or other facilities.
Responds to the City Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and performs duties and responsibilities, as required.
Enforces the California Building, Fire, Electrical, and Mechanical Codes.
Enforces the Santa Monica Municipal Code, International Fire and Building Codes and National Fire Codes.
Prepares detailed reports and correspondence. Writes detailed inspection reports and maintains accurate records.
Investigates complaints from the public.
Issues notices and citations.
Approves and issues hazard control and fire protection system permits.
Assists Fire Suppression and Rescue Division personnel with fire and life safety inspections and other activities, as required.
May assist with public education or outreach programs.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge of :
Fire Inspection procedures and practices
Fire protection systems and equipment
International Fire and Building Codes
General computer skills
Effective customer service techniques
Ability to:
Follow written and oral instructions
Learn and apply moderately complex and technical fire prevention practices and procedures
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Analyze data
Recognize problems and create solutions
Write concise reports and maintain accurate records
Provides effective customer service.
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public
Work with persons from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds as well as a variety of work styles, personalities, and approaches
Skill in:
Reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level
Dealing effectively with City staff and the public
The use of a computer and applicable software applications
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
One year of recent, paid experience working with the public.
Licenses and Certificates :
Possession of a valid Class C driver license. Possession of Fire Prevention 1A, 1B and 1C or Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D courses through the California State Fire Marshal Office. Must obtain the ICC Fire Inspector I Certificate within one year of hire date.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit a completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
If you would like for your education to be considered, you must attach copies of the required certifications to your online application. All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline. Failure to do so will result in your application being evaluated as incomplete.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applications will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Testing may consist of a combination of any of the following and is subject to change as needs dictate:
Training and Experience Evaluation - 100%
Oral Interview
Note: Internal staff who submit transfer applications must notify the analyst in charge of the recruitment, via email, upon submission of their transfer application.
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three workdays prior to the examination.
The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and priority enrollment consideration at Hill & Dale Family Learning Center, Marine Park Child Development Center, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School.
Closing Date/Time: 11/21/2025 5:00 PM PacificSpecial Instructions
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