Fire Protection Analyst

Fire Protection Analyst

Salary

$2,604.80 - $4,346.40 Biweekly

Location

City Hall - 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2788

Department

FIRE PREVENTION

Opening Date

10/07/2026

Closing Date

11/6/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

This is advanced responsible technical and administrative work involving the enforcement of laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances governing fire protection, prevention and safety. An employee in this classification is responsible for examining construction plans, conducting field inspections of buildings, training fire division personnel, testing the performance of fire protection systems and equipment, and issuing violations for fire hazards or unsafe conditions. The incumbent performs research, prepares reports, and maintains records on fire prevention activities.

Illustrative Examples of Essential Duties

• Reviews construction plans with architectural, engineering, plumbing, electrical and mechanical building contractors or representatives to ensure that proposed construction of new buildings or alterations to existing structures comply with fire safety laws, regulations, codes and ordinances.

• Inspects buildings, equipment and materials during various stages of construction in order to detect fire hazards and to determine their compliance with applicable laws, codes and standards governing fire prevention and safety.

• Prepares and maintains reports, records, statistical logs and other correspondence regarding building inspections, fire safety violations, performance tests conducted on fire safety equipment and systems, and training of Fire Department personnel.

• Trains and instructs Fire Department personnel in fire prevention and safety methods, techniques, practices, systems and equipment.

• Conducts tests on fire protection and prevention equipment, materials and systems, such as water supply systems, utilizing flow performance acceptance and product review tests to ensure their safe operation and that safety features adhere to prescribed standards.

• Issues warnings or violation notices to building owners, contractors or representatives for failing to alleviate fire hazards, correct unsafe conditions, or comply with laws, regulations, codes and ordinances relating to fire prevention and safety.

• Researches and analyzes information concerning methods of fire prevention, fire retardants, materials and equipment, and laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances affecting fire protection and safety in building construction.

• Reviews with building construction contractors or representatives, fire safety methods, materials, and equipment, such as alarm systems, fire detection equipment, fire extinguishing devices, means of egress, and safety components involved in structural design and advise on equipment and material location, handling, installation and maintenance.

• May testify in court to cite evidence regarding the issuance of violations and enforcement of fire safety laws, codes, and standards.

• Performs other work as required.

• Maintains certifications, attends training and seminars as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Florida State certification as a Fire Inspector.

• Two (2) years' experience performing fire or building plans review

• DESIRES: Associates degree in fire science, engineering, architecture, construction, or equivalent field and two (2) years of experience performing fire or building code inspections, reading building construction plans, or testing fire protection/prevention equipment.

• Four years related experience may substitute for an Associates degree. Related experience and responsibility include performing work in fire or building code inspections, reading building construction plans, and testing fire protection/prevention equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the physical capability to lift and carry or drag objects weighing 50 pounds;

• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, climb and crawl.

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact.

For all positions:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, coworkers, the press the general public and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, political affiliation, gender identity or sexual orientation.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of all city ethics and conflicts of interest policies. Strong understanding of ethical behavior is required.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Performs related work as required.
• Reports to work as directed during an emergency as an essential employee of the City of Miami Beach.

For all technical, professional, supervisory and Managerial positions:

• Ability to develop innovative and creative solutions to issues consistent with the City's strategic plan.

Applicants must detail any related work experience on the application or risk disqualification. It is the applicants responsibility to update their NEOGOV profile with work experience, education, certifications and personal contact information when submitting each application, failure to do so will result in ineligibility. City of Miami Beach employees must reflect their current position and detail their work experience on the application to avoid being disqualified.

Veterans Preference: Veterans Preference is awarded in accordance with Florida State Statute 295.07. If veterans preference is being claimed, it must be indicated on the application form and proper documentation, including all forms DD-214 (either Member 2 or Member 4), as well as the final Department of Defense Disability Letter (dated within one year) must be submitted with the application.

DCF: For any job announcement that requires a a screening through the clearinghouse please see link to the website:

HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Benefits are available to FULL-TIME employees only. The City of Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 12 vacation, 12 sick days, 15 paid holidays (11 holidays and 4 floating holidays); partially sponsored by the City group medical (including visual) and dental insurance, life insurance. Excellent retirement plan: pre-tax employee contribution added to the Citys contribution; 5 year "cliff vesting."

Voluntary Benefits (fully paid by the employee, but payroll deductible): flexible spending account; 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and Roth IRA; universal and critical life insurance, disability insurance, long-term care, and lump sum cancer policy. Also, U.S. Legal Services, tuition assistance, pre-tax payroll contributions, continuation of medical and dental coverage up to 18 months upon termination (COBRA).

For a more detailed overview of the benefit package, please visit Benefits section at http://web.miamibeachfl.gov/hr

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Do you have Florida State certification as a Fire Inspector?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two (2) years experience performing fire or building plans review?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Miami Beach

Address 1700 Convention Center Drive

3rd Floor

Miami Beach, Florida, 33139

Phone 305-673-7524

Website http://www.miamibeachfl.gov