Engineering Supervisor II

About the role

• Agency
• Dept of Insurance
• Division
• Office of State Fire Marshal
• Job Classification Title
• Engineering Supervisor II (S)
• Position Number
• 60013541
• Grade
• NC22

Position

• 60013541 - Engineering Supervisor II
• Salary Grade: NC22
• Recruitment Salary Range: $75,925 - $102,000

*This posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the end date.

The State of North Carolina is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor II to supervise fire prevention and pyrotechnics inspections for state-owned property insured by OSFM. This position supervises statewide inspection staff, leads statewide inspection operations to ensure compliance with the NC Fire Code, supports the Fire Investigation Unit (FIU) as needed, and deploys during State Emergency Response Team (SERT) activations. The role is critical to ensuring life safety, code compliance, risk reduction, and statewide emergency response readiness.

Work is typically performed Monday through Friday, with some weekends and non traditional hours required for pyrotechnic inspections and SERT operations or training. Schedule consists of four 10 hour days, generally 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and as needed to meet operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include

Inspections

• Supervise, schedule, and conduct fire prevention inspections of state-owned property and equipment as required by the NC Fire Code.
• Notify the State Construction Office of code deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Perform emergency inspections during and after business hours to ensure public safety.
• Supervise, schedule, and perform pyrotechnic inspections at state-owned facilities, including college campuses.
• Submit inspection reports for OSFM documentation and insurance purposes.
• Conduct special inspections statewide as needed.
• Maintain all required certifications and continuing education, including Fire Inspector III and additional required certifications.

Education and Outreach

• Provide educational materials for the Engineering Division.
• Teach at NCFMA events and other associations as needed.
• Attend conferences to promote Engineering Division services and support.
• Serve as a judge for apprenticeship competitions, including setup as needed.

Fire Investigations

• Coordinate and conduct fire investigations for OSFM FIU, SBI, ATF, local departments, and other agencies.
• Attend training and conferences to remain current in investigative practices.
• Submit written investigative reports to OSFM.
• Serve as an expert witness in court proceedings.
• Assist in training delivery, including construction of burn cells and related training aids.

SERT Operations

• Deploy statewide as needed to support emergency response operations, including electrical installations at base camps.
• Assist with SERT equipment maintenance, readiness, and inventory control.
• Participate in periodic full-scale emergency response exercises.
• Work and remain overnight in challenging field environments.

Inspection Software

• Lead the implementation of inspection software for field operations.
• Work with IT staff and third party vendors to develop secure inspection databases.
• Develop beta testing protocols for each program area and resolve issues identified.
• Advise management on best practices for future software implementation and improvements.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Five years experience performing fire prevention inspections for Levels I, II, and III type structures and equipment.
• Three years of experience inspecting pyrotechnic operations on school or government property.
• NC Certifications as Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Inspector III.
• NC FIT Certified.
• NC licensure as an unlimited electrical contractor and refrigeration contractor.

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.

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 management preferences listed in this vacancy announcement are used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressively responsible experience, including two years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

• NC Fire Inspector III Certification
• Must possess a valid North Carolina State Driver's License

Benefits of Nc State Employment

We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits, including:

• 12 Annual paid holidays
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by AETNA
• Supplemental benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Dental, and Vision plans
• NC State Retirement System (TSERS)
• WeSave Employee Discounts

To learn more visit

• Why Work for NC?
• NC OSHR: Benefits

Supplemental and Contact Information

• Applicants must complete and submit a state employment application by 11:59 pm the night before the closing date.
• Applications must include education, work experience, and certifications/licenses.
• Incomplete applications or "see attached" responses will not be considered.

• Academic degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions and may be verified. Transcripts are required when specific coursework is used to qualify.
• Veterans Preference requires submission of a DD 214; National Guard members must submit DD 256 or NGB 22 when applicable.
• Applicants may track the status of their application through the government jobs portal.