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Job Description
Description
The City of Laguna Beach is seeking a proactive and community-focused Fire Safety Inspector (Non-Sworn/Non-Safety) to join our Fire Department.
This position is responsible for conducting vegetation hazard and defensible space inspections, supporting fire prevention education, and maintaining inspection records. The role also assists with a variety of fire prevention efforts, including basic inspections of residential, commercial, and school properties, preparing public information materials, issuing notices, and completing reports. The Fire Safety Inspector reports to the Fire Chief and Fire Marshal and may assist in supervising volunteers.
What you’ll be great at:
• Wildfire Prevention & Fuel Modification Knowledge
• Building Positive Working Relationships
• Analyzing and Interpreting Data
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Effective Communication
• Initiating Action
• Planning and Organizing
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on August 27, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Fire Safety Inspector. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
Education: The following Fire Inspector 1 courses are required.- Fire Inspector 1A
- Fire Inspector 1B
- Fire Inspector 1C
- Fire Inspector 1D
Experience: A minimum of one year of full-time experience in fire prevention, fuels management, or related experience is required.
Licenses and Certificates: Due to the performance of field duties which may require an employee in this position to operate a personal or City vehicle in the conduct of business, a valid California driver's license and an acceptable driving record is required.
Desirable Qualifications:
Education: An Associate's degree or higher in Forestry, Fire Science, Environmental Science, Business Administration, Emergency Management or a closely related field is desirable. A Bachelor's Degree is highly desirable.
Desired training in the following areas :- Federal Emergency Management Agency IS-100 - Introduction to the Incident Command System
- Completion of CA State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector 1 and 2
Supplemental Information
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with a first review on August 27 , 2025 . Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully complete a thorough reference check/employment verification, background investigation including a Live Scan fingerprint check, and a pre-employment medical exam including drug testing.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, alternative work schedules, wellness programs and more! The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Laguna Beach
Show moreThe City of Laguna Beach was founded on June 29, 1927, and is a small town of picturesque beaches, hiking trails, a walkable downtown, and summer art festivals. Located in southwest Orange County, Laguna Beach occupies 8.84 square miles, has a population of approximately 23,000 and welcomes six million visitors each year.
The City provides a full range of services, including recreational activities, cultural arts events, public works services, transit operations, community development, administrative services, and police, fire, and marine safety protection. Laguna Beach operates under a council-manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority are vested in a five-person City Council. The City Manager carries out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, oversees the day-to-day operations of the City, and appoints department heads.
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