<p>Steps to Apply</p> <ol> <li> <p>Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.</p> </li><li> <p>Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses: Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.</p> </li><li> <p>Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.)</p> </li></ol> <p>All steps MUST be completed before the posted deadline to be considered for this position. We will not accept incomplete profiles. Communication throughout this process (including invitations to any examinations and/or interviews) will be made via the email supplied through the City's on-line application system. It is recommended to check your email "Junk" or "Spam" folder for emails from the City of West Des Moines. If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.</p> <p>Physical/Drug Testing</p> <p>Post offer, pre-employment physical, drug test, and psychological examination are required.</p> <p>Civil Service Status</p> <p>This is NOT a Civil Service position</p> <p>Hours of Work</p> <p>Part-time employees work 20 or more hours, but less than 30 hours per week</p> <p>Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.</p> <p>Overtime, on Call and Weekend Work as Required</p> <p>Tentative Start Date</p> <p>July/August 2026</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Under supervision from the Fire Marshal, the Fire Inspector performs fire inspection, fire re-inspection, and fire prevention activities; enforces fire codes, laws and regulations related to fire protection, prevention and safety; inspects new and existing buildings and a variety of structures, sprinkler systems and alarm systems; investigates routine complaints of fire/life safety hazards; establishes and maintains a variety of records and files on inspection activities.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>June 19, 2026 at 11:59 pm</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Fire Inspector - Part-Time</p> <p>High school diploma or equivalent</p> <p>Must be 18 years of age by the application deadline date</p>