Salary : $86,748.00 - $110,712.00 Annually
Location : Fire Department - 400 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: TEAM

JOB SUMMARY
Under direct supervision of the Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector applies provisions of the Municipal Code, Fire Code, Health and Safety Code, Building Code and/or the California Penal Code; inspects commercial, industrial, residential, and places of public assembly to determine compliance with state and local fire codes; and performs other related duties as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class:

• Conducts inspections and tests of extinguishing systems, and commercial and industrial processes which may involve fire hazards in specified occupancies to ensure the level of fire protection is in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Issues notices of violations of applicable codes, including the issuance of citations for violations of the Municipal Code, Fire Code, Health and Safety Code, Building Code and/or the California Penal Code.
• Interprets various codes, ordinances, and standards for the public and makes recommendations for fire protection systems.
• Checks plans and specifications and conducts site inspections on special hazards operations, fire protection and extinguishing systems, and occupancies under jurisdiction for compliance with Fire Codes and standards.
• Assists fire safety personnel with code interpretation and fire prevention inspections.
• Investigates complaints of Federal, State, County, and City Code violations and hazards; enforces codes to ensure abatement of identified violations and hazards.
• Identifies businesses requiring hazardous materials disclosure.
• Conducts safety inspections of selected chemical users and makes recommendations to reduce hazardous materials accidents.
• Visits business sites of hazardous materials users to verify accuracy of business plans and chemical inventories.
• Identifies and categorizes chemicals and other substances which may be hazardous materials.
• May issue citations or notices of violations of applicable codes.
• Develops, coordinates, markets, and participates in public education and outreach projects within the community via schools and other outreach mediums regarding a variety of fire safety, fire prevention education, disaster preparedness, and other related educational programs and services.
• Develops, markets, and conducts presentations to community groups, citizens, and businesses.
• Assists in developing and maintaining records, information, and statistical data pertinent to Fire Prevention Division activities.
• Provides general information regarding department policies, procedures, and regulations, including responding appropriately to complaints, requests for information, and requests for service.
• Coordinates and integrates program services and activities with other agencies and City departments.
• Attends and/or participates in meetings and conferences and serves as a liaison between the City, other agencies, and the public.
• Maintains records, and databases; prepares correspondence, reports, and other public information material.
• Maintains, monitors, and updates the Fire Department's social media accounts such as Facebook and Twitter.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements a variety of department events including scheduling, maintaining supplies, determining location, and related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Training/Experience:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in fire safety, operations management, public administration, or a related field is desirable.
• One (1) year of experience in general inspection works is required.
• Some previous fire inspection or prevention experience is highly desirable.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements:

• Completion of Fire Prevention 1 series of classes OR Fire Inspector 1 certificate from California State Fire Marshal Office (CSFM) is required prior to the end of probation.
• Completion of CSFM Fire Inspector 1 or CSFM Fire Inspector 2 certificates are desirable.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license.
• Ability to obtain FEMA ICS 100, 200 and 700 certificates within 90 days of the appointment.
• Cannot have smoked or used tobacco products up to one year prior to employment and must continue as a non-tobacco user during employment.
• In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Manhattan Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State.

Knowledge of:Driver safety and interpretation of fire codes, building codes, laws, and ordinances to determine appropriate action.

Skill In: Operating radio, pager, personal computer, and telephone.

Ability to: Recognize potential or existing hazards and make appropriate recommendations for abatement if necessary; read and write in the English language; understand and follow oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and members of the public; read and interpret state/local codes and local laws/regulations pertaining to fire prevention and fire safety.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Application filing deadline is Sunday, July 26, 2026.

All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates 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. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department.

The selection process will consist of the following component and weight: Oral Interview (100%).
* The panel interview is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026.

If you need special assistance in the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (310) 802-5258.

NOTE: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefits package to full-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and more.

To see detailed information about Teamsters bargaining unit benefits, please visit our on the City's official website.
Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System).

The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly.

The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan.
01

Please indicate your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College Coursework
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

02

Do you currently possess a valid California driver's license?

• Yes
• No
• No, but I have a valid driver's license in another state

03

How many years of experience in professional inspection do you have?

• No Experience
• Less than one year
• More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
• More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 5 years
• Five years or more

04

Have you successfully completed any of the following certificates from California State Fire Marshal Office (CSFM)? (Check all that apply)

• None
• Fire Inspector Certificate
• Fire Inspection Series

05

How many of your years of experience is specific to fire prevention/inspection?

• No Experience
• Less than one (1) year
• More than one (1) year, but less than two (2) years
• More than two (2) years, but less than three (3) years
• Three (3) or more years

Required Question