Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Inspector/Plan Reviewer
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Salary
$96,924.00 Annually
Location
Lakewood, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
DFPC-FLSS-FM2&3-06/26
Department
Department of Public Safety
Division
Division of Fire Prevention and Control
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/22/2026 5:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1697 Cole Blvd Unit 200, Lakewood, CO 80401
Hiring Pay Rate
Fire Marshal III: $8,077/month -OR- Fire Marshal II: $7,325/month
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Nicole Williamson, 720-498-1815, nicole.williamson@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.
A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.
Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.
Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.
Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.
Careers with a purpose:
If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.
We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.
Classification and Salary: Note: Positions may be filled as a Fire Marshal III or downgraded to Fire Marshal II depending on the certifications of the successful candidate at the time of application. If filled as a Fire Marshal II, the position will be eligible for a reallocation to Fire Marshal III once all certifications are obtained. All certifications are required within 90 days of hire.FIRE MARSHAL III (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/job-classifications/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-a5b) Hiring Rate: $8,077/month; $96,928/yearFIRE MARSHAL II (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/job-classifications/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-a5b) Hiring Rate: $7,325/month; $87,900/year Benefits:
We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee's health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) .
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details.
We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) and four annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
We offer Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility.
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) .
Description of Job
About the Work Unit The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control is to safeguard those that live, work, learn, and play in Colorado by reducing threats to lives, property and the environment. The Division safeguards the public through: fire prevention and code enforcement; wildfire preparedness, response, suppression, coordination, and management; training and certification; public information and education; and technical assistance to local governments. The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control has long had code enforcement responsibilities over gaming establishments, hotel and motel occupancies, fire suppression systems, and waste tire facilities. With the passage of BB09-1151, DFPC assumed primary responsibility for fire and building code enforcement in public schools and junior colleges throughout the State, effective January 1, 2010. With the subsequent passage of HB12-1268, DFPC also assumed from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment primary responsibility for enforcing the Life Safety Code in healthcare facilities statewide, effective July 1, 2013. The primary purpose of the work unit is to ensure that buildings located or to be located in Colorado's Wildland-Urban Interface, as defined by the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code Board, are constructed and/or maintained in accordance with the requirements of state statutes, regulations, and adopted codes. To accomplish this purpose, the work unit performs Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code plan reviews and inspections to ensure compliance with the statute, regulations, and the currently adopted codes as applicable.
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position - Candidates will work from DFPC offices and be in the field
In-state travel and operation of a State vehicle will be required for this position
Overnight travel will be required -- expected to be 30% of the time
Out-of-State travel may be required for this position: representation and participation for multi-state and national level conferences, training, association meetings, etc.
About the Job
This position exists to ensure (by reviewing plans, processing documents, inspecting new construction projects, and completing ongoing inspections) that regulated facilities and buildings are constructed and maintained in accordance with requirements in statutes, rules, and adopted codes.
This position will perform pre-construction plan review of prepared drawings for compliance with adopted codes and standards; conduct construction site inspections of facilities for code conformance; perform site inspections of fire safety systems; perform maintenance inspections in facilities regulated by the DFPC; provide technical assistance to local governments on matters related to building, fire, and life safety protection; answer inquiries related to building, fire, and life safety protection and interpretation of codes related to plan reviews and inspections performed.
Key Responsibilities
Plan Review and Inspection Performs building, fire, and life safety code and other related plan reviews and inspections and verifies completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Colorado statutes, regulations, adopted building codes and referenced standards. Documents and communicates required information to owners, designer of record, appropriate DFPC staff and others to ensure proper and timely processing of the building and fire permits. Tracks all projects from initiation through completion. Conducts independent, document based and/or on-site multi-trade building, fire, and life safety inspections using state and federal regulations. Witnesses periodic testing of the safety systems within regulated facilities. Inspects buildings for unsafe practices, equipment, and furnishings. Interviews staff and occupants regarding building operating conditions, safety issues, and evaluates appropriate training and knowledge of fire safety procedures. Evaluates building structure and fire rating of building materials and compartmentalization of the structure, exiting requirements, electrical and mechanical systems, and exterior site and area design. Writes clear, concise, and legally defensible statements of deficiencies based on analysis of the documented findings and extensive knowledge of regulation sets, guidelines, Principles of Documentation, and program specific protocols, policies and procedures. Maintain a professional level of knowledge, skills, and ability related to the adopted and enforced codes and standards, and provides technical assistance to local officials and to the public on the interpretation of the adopted codes. Document and communicate construction and code discrepancies to building owner or personnel and design professionals and follow up on corrections. The employee shall serve as a primary point of contact for any project assigned. Coordinating Plan Review Submittals, Issuing Permits
Creates, records, notifies the appropriate parties, and issues building permits, follows up on Certificates of Occupancy, and other documents as required.
Reviews submitted documents in schools as required and verifies conformance with Division plan review submittal requirements. The position is responsible for ensuring proper tracking of the project's documents and submittals (using division data systems and project tracking tools) and responding to such submittals in a timely fashion. Recommends approval or denial of the final inspection. The employee may serve as a primary point of contact for the department throughout the duration of the project.
Stakeholder Interaction Interacts with architects, engineers, contractors, designers, building owner representatives, and others and communicates the requirements of the permit and inspection processes. Enforcement Action, Technical Assistance and Code Interpretation & Other Duties as Assigned
Responds to telephone and written requests from architects, engineers, construction managers, facility managers, administrators and the public. These requests are for technical assistance to clarify code interpretations, research related issues, and conduct code research as needed.
Issues correction notices as applicable. Initiates enforcement action as required, only after attaining prior direction and approval from the Branch Chief.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Required Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Note: Positions may be filled as a Fire Marshal III or downgraded to Fire Marshal II depending on the certifications of the successful candidate at the time of application. If filled as a Fire Marshal II, the position will be eligible for a reallocation to Fire Marshal III once all certifications are obtained. All certifications are required within 90 days of hire.
FIRE MARSHAL III
A minimum of two years of experience related to plan review, building inspection, vegetation management or wildfire mitigation, or construction trade work is required.
Knowledge of architectural/construction terminology and documents including plans specifications, and other related permit submittal items shall be required.
The following certifications are required at the time of application. Please attach all certifications.
International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector II
ICC Commercial Building Inspector
ICC Residential Building Inspector
ICC Commercial Building Plan Examiner
ICC Residential Plan Examiner
NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist
FIRE MARSHAL II
A minimum of two years of experience related to plan review, building inspection, vegetation management or wildfire mitigation, or construction trade work is required.
Knowledge of architectural/construction terminology and documents including plans specifications, and other related permit submittal items shall be required.
The following certifications are preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Please attach any certifications you have at the time of application.
International Code Council (ICC) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Fire Inspector II
ICC Commercial Building Inspector
ICC Residential Building Inspector
ICC Commercial Building Plan Examiner
ICC Residential Plan Examiner
NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist
Preferred Qualifications
Experience applying the provisions of multiple codes and standards, such as building, mechanical, fuel gas, and electrical codes, on the same project.
Conditions of Employment
Must be Colorado resident at the time of application.
Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado driver's license within 6 months of hire.
In-state travel may be required for up to 30% of the time, necessitating between 1- and 4-night stays on-site. Occasional travel may be required for training out-of-state for times between 2 days and up to 2 weeks in duration. This position will operate a state vehicle.
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, driving history, drug test and reference checks.
Appeal RightsIf you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Supplemental Information
Disability Accommodation
If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure equitable opportunity applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at: cdps_hr@state.co.us .
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.
Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive.
Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
Military Veterans: If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form.
Application Tips : For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb_logo) .
Resumes, Cover Letters, or other documents submitted will not be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this).
Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to the email address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
e-Verify: CDPS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify (http://www.dhs.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.
Comparative Analysis Steps may include (dates are tentative and subject to change):
Structured application review by a panel of SMEs - June 24-July 7
Panel Interview - Week of July 13
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State of Colorado
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