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Job Description
Agency
Dept of InsuranceDivision
Office of State Fire MarshalJob Classification Title
Fire & Rescue Trainer/Inspector I (NS)Position Number
60013416Grade
NC12About Us
The mission of the North Carolina Department of Insurance is to promote a stable insurance market through unbiased regulation and to protect the lives and property of every citizen in all 100 counties while fostering superior, user-friendly service, courtesy, and respect. Our agency licenses insurance agents, adjusters, bail bondsmen and more, along with investigating fraud matters involving insurance consumers and any entity or individual regulated by the Department. In an ever-changing environment, it is the vision of the Department of Insurance to maintain the stabilization of the insurance industry in order to provide more products, competitive prices and consumer protection.
Description of Work
Salary Recruitment Range: $47,703 - $75,000Salary Grade: NC12
*This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date. *
Mission of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM):
The mission of the North Carolina Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is to ensure the safety and well-being of North Carolina's citizens by providing expert fire cause investigations, training for first responders, and enforcing state building codes. OSFM divisions work together to protect lives and property through comprehensive fire safety programs and services.
With eight key divisions - Codes and Interpretations, Field Services, Risk Management, Licensing and Certifications, Ratings/Grants/GIS/Foam, Fire & Rescue Training/Commission/RPD, Fire Investigation Unit, and Community Risk Reduction - the dedicated staff at OSFM take on a diverse range of essential responsibilities, directly impacting the safety of North Carolina's citizens. From training fire and rescue personnel and enforcing state building codes to procuring property insurance for state-owned structures and scrutinizing construction plans for government projects, OSFM fulfills a crucial role in safeguarding lives and property across North Carolina.
If you’re interested in a career that helps to make North Carolina a safer and better place to live while working with some of the best professionals in the industry, apply today!
For more information about OSFM: http://www.ncdoi.gov
Job Description:
The Office of State Fire Marshal is seeking a Ratings Inspection Specialist to conduct statewide Fire Rating Inspections of rural and municipal fire departments, evaluate emergency response infrastructure, and provide technical guidance that directly impacts local insurance rates. This position performs detailed surveys, prepares analytical reports, assists local governments with insurance and tax district mapping, and delivers instructional programs on improving fire protection services. The specialist also supports grant program inspections, maintains departmental records, participates in OSFM‑sponsored training events, and serves on the State Emergency Response Team (SERT) with 24/7 on‑call availability during emergencies. Work is performed under general supervision and requires strong technical, analytical, communication, and organizational skills, along with statewide travel and regular professional engagement with fire service and local government officials.
Territory covered for this position can include any of the following counties: Bertie, Bladen, Brunswick, Camden, Columbus, Cumberland, Currituck, Dare, Edgecombe, Franklin, Gates, Halifax, Hertford, Hoke, Hyde, Jones, Lenior, Martin, Nash, Northampton, Pasquotank, Pender, Perquimans, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland, Tyrell, Wake, Warren, Washington, Wilson
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement under management preferences will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
Management Preferences:
Knowledge of the techniques, practices, and use of modern technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, in developing and conducting fire and rescue related programs.
Basic understanding of educational technology, training development techniques, and North Carolina fire and building codes.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fire/rescue agencies, professional organizations, and the public.
Ability to operate safely and respond appropriately while working under pressure and completing tasks in a timely manner.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Associates degree in Fire Science or related field from an appropriately accredited institution, certification as a Level II Instructor or Level II Inspector, and two years of experience in conducting state of North Carolina fire and rescue certification training programs (Programs should be on firefighting and rescue operations or certification standards or conducting fire inspections); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Benefits of NC State Employment:
We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits include:
12 Annual paid Holidays
North Carolina State Health Plan administered by AETNA
Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and Vision
NC State Retirement (TSERS)
WeSave Employee Discounts
Learn more about employee perks/benefits:
Supplemental and Contact Information:
For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an online application using the “APPLY” button above.
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the State Application. Any information omitted from your application cannot be considered for qualifying credit.
***Applications with "see attached" or resumes in lieu of completed education and work experience on the formal application will be deemed incomplete and will not be eligible for consideration for the vacancy***
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript.
The Department of Insurance/OSFM may conduct criminal history checks of all job applicants recommended for employment. Failure to accurately acknowledge information on criminal convictions on the state application form will be grounds for non-consideration of applications, disciplinary action, and possible criminal prosecution.
The Department of Insurance/OSFM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and uses the merit-based recruitment and selection plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with the most qualified individuals.
Academic Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions and will be verified. If you are selected for a position, your academic credentials will be verified.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference under N.C.G.S .126 must submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. This information may be attached to the online application or be faxed on or before the closing date.
Applicants may check the status of their application for a vacancy at any time by logging in to the government jobs system. Once the applicant has logged in, the status of each submitted application is documented next to each vacancy for which they have applied.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Carlie Grace PerryRecruiter Email:
CARLIE.PERRY@NCDOI.GOV