The Village of Skokie (IL) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of part-time Fire Inspector. As a vital member of a nationally accredited Fire Dept., you will perform various essential technical and fieldwork duties relating to current fire prevention methods, fire inspections, and enforcement of adopted Codes and Ordinances for the Village of Skokie and the Skokie Fire Department. Inspects existing and new commercial properties for Code & Ordinance compliance; Conducts ongoing fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire pump, and installed systems inspections; Participates in community educational programs; Conducts final fire safety occupancy inspections, final fire prevention system tests for newly installed systems, and various high-risk occupancy fire inspections; Keeps current with new or amended Codes & Ordinances; Monitors underground chemical and petroleum storage tank installation and removal; Responds on short notice and/or late night to address fire prevention/investigation issues; Conducts hydrant flow & hydrostatic tests; Works closely with Skokie businesses, the Village Building department, Village staff, and the general public; Provides performance reports as defined by Division Chief of Fire Prevention to promote accountability and continuous improvement; Performs other work-related duties as assigned.  Hours worked per week will be less than 20.  Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

To view the complete job description, please visit the jobs page at skokie.org and select the Fire Inspector option.

The hourly pay range for this position is $36.87 - $47.06.  The starting hourly pay range is $36.87 - $40.65 (DOQ). This position is not eligible for any health insurance benefits or retirement benefits.

To be considered for this position, please submit a letter of interest, and your resumé, along with three professional references, by Friday, November 21, 2025, to: Village of Skokie Human Resources Division, 5127 Oakton St., Skokie, IL 60077, or email to Human.Resources@skokie.org. EOE

Must possess a valid Driver’s License; High School diploma or equivalent required; College-level coursework in fire protection and code enforcement preferred; Fire protection experience or equivalent experience required; Illinois Fire Inspector I designation required; Illinois Basic or Advanced Fire Prevention Officer designation preferred; Extensive knowledge and understanding of Village, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), International Fire Code (IFC), and International Building Code (IBC) codes; Must possess excellent verbal & written communication skills and be proficient using computers and basic office technology; Image Trend and BS&A report management system experience desired; Must follow all safety rules of the Village and the Fire Dept.

About Village of Skokie

The Village of Skokie is a picturesque community located within Cook County, approximately sixteen miles northwest of downtown Chicago and three miles west of Lake Michigan. Skokie shares a common border with Chicago, Evanston, Niles, Lincolnwood and Morton Grove. With over 66,000 residents widely diverse in cultural, ethnic and religious background, Skokie is the 18th largest municipality in Illinois. The men and women the Village of Skokie employ best exemplify the Village’s commitment to excellence and diversity. The Village of Skokie is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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