Under the direction of the Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector conducts fire and life-safety inspections and plan reviews within the District, providing daytime inspection coverage that complements the Fire Marshal’s afternoon and evening schedule. The Fire Inspector is responsible for interfacing with building owners, tenants, contractors, and commercial businesses in applying and enforcing the District’s fire prevention codes and life-safety regulations, exercising sound judgment and discretion in inspection and code-compliance decisions.
This position is structured as a developmental role: the Fire Inspector is expected to build toward ICC/NFPA Inspector certification and Plan Review proficiency, with training and certification costs covered by the District, as part of an ongoing path toward the full-time Fire Marshal role.
Application packet must include the following:
- Completed employment application
- Resume
- Cover letter or statement of intent explaining fit for the position
Complete application packets may be submitted in person or emailed to Fire Chief Curtis VanGaasbeek at cvan@lcfpd1.org. The packet must be received by 4:00 P.M. on Friday, October 2, 2026, at DistrictHeadquarters, 700 East Cherry Street, Troy, MO 63379.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Fire and life-safety codes and inspection principles.• Reading and interpreting construction and tenant-improvement plans for fire and life-safety compliance.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including operation of standard office equipment.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with business owners, contractors, and residents.
- Work independently and manage a daytime inspection schedule with minimal direct supervision.
- Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with the Fire Marshal, District staff, and the public.
- Exercise sound, consistent judgment within established codes and procedures.
- Safely operate a District-provided vehicle.
Experience, Education and Certifications:
- Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Inspector I certification required, in hand at time of application.
- Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Inspector II certification required, in hand at time of application.
- ICC/NFPA Inspector certification preferred or to be obtained after appointment, as part of ongoing professional development.
- Plan Review certification preferred or to be obtained after appointment, as part of ongoing professional development.
- Current, valid Missouri driver’s license with Clean driving record.
- Subject to a Missouri State Highway Patrol background screening.