Fire Inspector

Function

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Fire Inspector in the Fire Department. Under the general supervision of the Division Chief of Community Risk Reduction, the Fire Inspector is a uniformed member performing fire prevention, inspection, and code enforcement activities to ensure compliance with applicable fire codes, life safety regulations, and local ordinances. This position plays a key role in fire prevention through inspections, public education, and enforcement activities.

Starting salary is $40.68 - $47.09 per hour depending on relevant work experience, with an excellent benefit package.

The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Vacation and Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Nine (9) Paid Holidays

Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance

Parental Leave

Wellness Programs and Incentives

Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit

Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS

Deferred Compensation Plan

Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options

Longevity Pay

Applications must be received by Friday, August 7, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Interested individuals should apply online at www.ankenyiowa.gov and attach a resume and cover letter detailing experience. Pre-employment physical, drug screen, physical capacity profile, and background check required.

Application QR Code

To advance in the hiring process, you must pass a civil service exam to be administered to all qualified applicants. Additional information will be emailed on Monday, August 10, 2026. Please check your email (and junk email) for testing information. Contact HR if you do not receive the testing information on 08/10/26.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and complaint-based fire and life safety inspections of buildings and occupancies
• Enforce applicable fire codes, ordinances, and standards
• Identify fire hazards and require corrective actions to ensure compliance
• Review building plans and construction documents for fire code compliance (as assigned)
• Investigate fire and life safety complaints
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and documentation
• Issue notices of violation, citations, or orders to correct hazards
• Coordinate with building officials, code enforcement, and other agencies
• Conduct follow-up inspections to verify compliance
• Participate in pre-incident planning and data collection
  
  

Entry Requirements And Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Knowledge of fire prevention principles and practices
• Understanding of applicable fire codes (e.g., IFC, NFPA standards)
• Ability to interpret building plans and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and enforce regulations tactfully
• Proficiency in report writing and record-keeping systems
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  
  

Required Special Qualifications:

• Valid Iowa Drivers’ License or equivalent (transfer to Iowa within 60 days of hire date)
• International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I (within 9 months of hire date)
• International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector II (within 18 months of hire date)
• FEMA ICS 100, 700, and 800
  
  

Facility And Work Area

• Ankeny Fire/EMS Response District and Ankeny Fire/EMS Stations
  
  

Physical & Environmental Characteristics:

• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders
• Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and confined spaces
• Work performed in office and field environments
• Exposure to potentially hazardous conditions during inspections
• May require occasional evening or weekend work
  
  

The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package for regular fulltime employees. The benefits available include vacation, personal days, sick leave, life insurance and AD&D, health and dental insurance, vision insurance, long term disability, retirement, and flexible spending accounts. Other voluntary insurance products are also offered.

Vacation

Non-Union Fulltime Employees:

80 hours per year-at hire

120 hours per year-after 5 years of service

160 hours per year-after 10 years of service

200 hours per year-after 15 years of service

240 hours per year-after 25 years of service

Personal

Each year on July 1, fulltime employees shall receive 32 hours. The personal leave must be used on or before June 30th of the following year.

Hired between July 1 - October 1 - 32 hours

After October 1 - before January 1 - 24 hours

After January 1 - before April 1 - 16 hours

Sick

8 hours per month after the first 30 days.

1600 hours maximum accumulation

Holidays: 9 paid holidays

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Indepedence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• The Friday following Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve Day
• Christmas Day
  
  

For more detailed overview of all the City of Ankeny benefits, visit our website.

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Please Choose What Best Describes Your College Education

• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• None
  
  

03

What field is your degree in? If no degree, enter none.

04

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you have knowledge of fire prevention principles and practices?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

If you answered yes, please describe how you acquired your knowledge of fire prevention and practices.

07

Do you understand applicable fire codes (e.g., IFC, NFPA Standards)

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

If you answered yes, describe your experience working with applicable fire codes.

09

Do you possess the International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector I certificate?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Do you possess the International Code Council (ICC) Fire Inspector II certificate?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

Click all FEMA certificates you currently possess.

• FEMA ICS 100
• FEMA ICS 700
• FEMA ICS 800
• None
• Required Question