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Job Description
Description
Under general supervision, as a prevention/environmental officer wearing a badge, performs routine and difficult work requiring specialized environmental skills to secure compliance with the California Fire Code, California Building Code, applicable sections of the Health and Safety Code, Bakersfield Municipal Code, including other codes, ordinances, and standards. Work involves resolving routine to difficult code enforcement issues within established policy. Incumbents are supervised by the Director of Fire Prevention/Environmental Services. Performs other work as required.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Reviews construction, industrial, commercial, and residential site plans, for fire protection system plans building plans for compliance with fire protection codes and standards, municipal code and department policies; Reviews building plans and inspects new and existing structures to ensure conformance to fire protection codes and standards; Provides technical assistance to contractors, vendors, city staff and other agencies in interpreting and complying with fire code and standards; Reviews hazardous materials permits including permits for underground storage tanks, above ground storage tanks and other hazardous materials permits that fall under the review of assigned personnel; Issues Notices of Violation, Stop Work Orders and correction notices.
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Minimum Qualifications- Graduation from high school or G.E.D., AND;
- Two (2) years of college level course work in Fire Technology, Hazardous Materials or Environmental Science, AND;
- Two (2) years related work experience in California Fire Code (CFC) or California Building Code (CBC) enforcement, hazardous materials or underground storage tank inspection, OR;
- An equivalent combination of education, training, certification and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Possession of an Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector certification will be required as a condition of continued employment.
- Possession of a valid California Class "C" Driver's License.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS- Hazardous materials training
- Health and safety codes training
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
September 9, 2025 (Tentative)
An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 8/28/2025 1:00 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Bakersfield
Show moreAt over 413, 000 residents within the City of Bakersfield and another 100,000 in the metro area,
Bakersfield is the ninth largest city in California, ranked between Oakland and Anaheim. Uniquely placed
geographically, the successful candidate will be no more than a couple of hours drive from all things California,
whether that’s Disneyland, the Pacific Ocean, Sequoia’s Big Trees and Yosemite’s waterfalls, or the thrill of skiing
at Mammoth Mountain. Right here at home, the 30-mile paved Kern River Parkway Trail winds through preserved
riparian habitat where you might see rabbits, roadrunners, and other protected wildlife. Sunny year round,
Bakersfield does get hot in the summer, but this region’s Mediterranean climate provides for an
all-seasons lifestyle. Bakersfield is the nation’s top city for family activities. For more information
on things to do in Bakersfield, please visit The Visit Bakersfield Website.
The Bakersfield City Council is composed of seven members elected from the seven wards of the City on a nonpartisan basis to serve overlapping four-year terms. The Mayor is elected at-large to serve a four-year term as presiding officer at Council meetings and as the head of the City for legislative and ceremonial purposes.
The City’s tagline is “The Sound of Something Better” and our team strives to better the community on behalf of the residents we serve each and every day. The City also strives to ensure all team members are provided with a supportive and fulfilling working environment, with emphasis placed on professional development opportunities and career advancement planning. Our team members are frequently encouraged to participate in the City’s employee incentive, wellness and leadership development programs that are offered throughout the year, as well as position-specific training and educational opportunities. Employment with the City of Bakersfield is more than a job, it is being part of something better.
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