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Plans Examiner/Construction Inspector (0358U) - 59468 About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Berkeley, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, our Principles of Community, and our Strategic Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. To find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley, visit grow.berkeley.edu.

Departmental Overview

The Office of Environment, Health & Safety's (EH&S) mission is to provide guidance and services to the campus community that promote health, safety, and environmental stewardship. EH&S is a highly dynamic, fast paced, committed organization focused on promoting workplace safety and environmental protection for the campus community. We are comprised of many scientific, technical, and administrative professionals, working in an evolving, learning, and sometimes challenging environment with a unified goal of supporting the University's mission of teaching, research and public service. EH&S strives to be an inclusive, service oriented, and operationally excellent organization and is seeking highly motivated individuals who want to learn, be creative, seek continuous competency development, and contribute to our mission.

Through a negotiated Memorandum of Understanding between the California Office of State Fire Marshal and the University of California (OSFM-UC MOU), the State Fire Marshal delegated authority to qualified UC campus fire marshals to perform plan approval and construction field inspections of all UC Berkeley design and construction projects. The Designated Campus Fire Marshal program (DCFM) acts as an authorized agent. For more information, visit http://ehs.berkeley.edu.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 10/04/2023.

Responsibilities

Performs complex technical work in fire and life safety construction plan review:

Through a negotiated Memorandum of Understanding between the California State Fire Marshal and the University of California (SFM-UC MOU), the State Fire Marshal delegated authority to qualified Campus Fire Marshals to perform plan approval and construction field inspections of all UC Berkeley design and construction projects. The Designated Campus Fire Marshal (DCFM) acts as an authorized agent of an agency.

As part of the DCFM team, the incumbent's primary responsibility is to be the lead for fire and life safety review of assigned major capital campus construction projects. Under delegated authority granted by the California State Fire Marshal, the DCFM:

• Reviews project construction plans and specifications for compliance with applicable codes; assures all construction documents bear the approval stamp required prior to Regents funding and, as appropriate, has the authority to delay and/or stop construction (up to and including the refusal of fire safety clearance).
• Performs construction inspections and acceptance testing of fire protection systems, fire rated assemblies and egress systems.
• Grants fire clearance to construction/renovation projects once appropriate requirements have been met.
• Drives university vehicles to fulfill job requirements.
• Organizes and works efficiently to maintain the targeted rechargeable hours within the fiscal year.

Maintains knowledge/expertise with existing and proposed changes of all regulations in all subject areas. **See 'Governing Laws and Regulations' below

• Develops procedures using a combination of original and standard professional approaches/techniques to solve substantive, complex problems with multiple variables.
• Applies appropriate scientific and professional standards to recommend campus/university policies and programs and, as needed, create new methodologies.
• Writes and updates manuals and procedures. Drafts reports and other documentation, including use of relevant scientific data.

As a technical resource on fire protection and code compliance, evaluates and recommends control measures and corrective actions to protect the campus community. Provides expertise and knowledge to other EH&S staff or other departments in designing and implementing a variety of campus compliance programs.

• Provide consultation services and expertise to campus, city, county, state, other UCs and UC-systemwide entities. Participate in UC-systemwide technical workgroups, and/or similar workgroups.
• Monitors compliance and prevents hazards, and may serve as campus liaison with regulatory agencies.

Staff Development:

• Works on committees and assignments along with formal and informal coaching and mentoring and regular training, including conference attendance.
• Completes and maintains compliance on campus/systemwide training requirements, as well as any training necessary per role.

Performs other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to:

As part of Urgent Response Support Program (URSP), serves as member of Fire Emergency Response Support Team (FERST), including after hours requirement.

• During assigned rotation, serve as primary contact for UC Police Department (UCPD) and other municipal emergency response units related to campus fire events.
• Respond to fire scenes, returning to campus if appropriate and required. Performs fire cause and origin investigations and limited arson investigation.
• Maintains incident log and prepares investigation report.
• Must be accessible by UCPD via telephone and readily available to respond on-scene to fire incidents (emergencies) during non-business hours.
• Must be within one hour of campus and may not engage in activity that will affect the ability to respond.
• Notify appropriate authorities OSFM Duty Chief, Campus Fire Marshal and/or EH&S Executive Director.

Additional qualifications

• Completion of SFM Fire Investigation 1A course within 6 months of hire, or equivalent experience.
• As requested or warranted, ability to properly wear N-95 dust mask respirators, for protection from soot and airborne combustion particulates.
• At the request of campus management (EH&S Director, VC Research, UCPD Chief, or designated alternate), must be available in a campus disaster or campus hazardous material release/threatened release, to serve in the appropriate emergency response role based upon expertise and, where applicable, designated departmental role.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge/understanding of broad range of fire and life safety and familiarity with all EH&S fields.
• Demonstrated expert knowledge of: California Code of Regulations, Title 19, and Title 24, Parts 1-9; National Fire Codes (published by the National Fire Protection Association).
• Advanced or expert knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as appropriate, recommend campus policy.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including advanced political acumen and skill to effectively communicate with diverse constituencies in a highly political environment.
• Advanced skill to effectively represent the organization to state and federal authorities, and community groups.
• Advanced analytical and organizational skills to organize, prioritize and manage the successful completion of projects within budget and time constraints.
• Advanced skill in mentoring or overseeing the work of other EH&S technical and professional staff.
• Advanced skill to appropriately use technology and relevant scientific equipment as required.
• Must be able to perform required functions before 8am, after 5pm on workdays, or on weekends, as directed by the supervisor or as needed by the client.
• Valid CA Driver's License with initial and periodic review of DMV driving record.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification.
• Successful completion of State Fire Marshal's Fire Inspector 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D courses, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of the Statutes and Regulations course offered by the California State Fire Marshal's Office.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) exempt career position, which is paid monthly and eligible for UC Benefits.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $95,300.00 - $145,000.00.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Driving Required

• A valid driver's license and DMV check for driving record is required.

Other Information

• This is not a visa opportunity.
• This appointment is eligible for up to 40% remote work.
• The incumbent must be flexible/available to work some nights and weekends, per operational needs.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.



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