[Core] [82% incumbents] Conduct inspections and acceptance testing of newly installed fire protection systems.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Inspect buildings to locate hazardous conditions and fire code violations, such as accumulations of combustible material, electrical wiring problems, and inadequate or non-functional fire exits.
  DWAs: Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with fire regulations.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Conduct fire code compliance follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions have been taken in cases where violations were found.
  DWAs: Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with fire regulations.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Write detailed reports of fire inspections performed, fire code violations observed, and corrective recommendations offered.
  DWAs: Write operational reports.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives.
  DWAs: Identify actions needed to bring properties or facilities into compliance with regulations. | Inform others about laws or regulations.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Develop or review fire exit plans.
  DWAs: Develop fire safety or prevention programs or plans.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Attend training classes to maintain current knowledge of fire prevention, safety, and firefighting procedures.
  DWAs: Attend training to learn new skills or update knowledge.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Review blueprints and plans for new or remodeled buildings to ensure the structures meet fire safety codes.
  DWAs: Review documents or materials for compliance with policies or regulations.

[Core] [82% incumbents] Teach public education programs on fire safety and prevention.
  DWAs: Educate the public about fire safety or prevention.

[Supplemental] [82% incumbents] Issue permits for public assemblies.
  DWAs: Issue permits or other legal documents.

[Supplemental] [82% incumbents] Supervise staff, training them, planning their work, and evaluating their performance.
  DWAs: Evaluate employee performance. | Train employees in proper work procedures. | Direct fire fighting or prevention activities.

[Supplemental] [82% incumbents] Develop and coordinate fire prevention programs, such as false alarm billing, fire inspection reporting, and hazardous materials management.
  DWAs: Develop fire safety or prevention programs or plans. | Direct fire fighting or prevention activities.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Inspect properties that store, handle, and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations, and issue hazardous materials permits to facilities found in compliance.
  DWAs: Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations. | Issue permits or other legal documents.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Inspect and test fire protection or fire detection systems to verify that such systems are installed in accordance with appropriate laws, codes, ordinances, regulations, and standards.
  DWAs: Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.

[Core] [81% incumbents] Conduct fire exit drills to monitor and evaluate evacuation procedures.
  DWAs: Provide safety training.

[Core] [80% incumbents] Recommend changes to fire prevention, inspection, and fire code endorsement procedures.
  DWAs: Recommend improvements to increase safety or reduce risks.

[Supplemental] [80% incumbents] Arrange for the replacement of defective fire fighting equipment and for repair of fire alarm and sprinkler systems, making minor repairs such as servicing fire extinguishers when feasible.
  DWAs: Maintain fire fighting tools or equipment.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Prepare and maintain reports of investigation results, and records of convicted arsonists and arson suspects.
  DWAs: Record information about suspects or criminals. | Prepare investigation or incident reports.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Package collected pieces of evidence in securely closed containers, such as bags, crates, or boxes, to protect them.
  DWAs: Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion.
  DWAs: Analyze crime scene evidence.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Examine fire sites and collect evidence such as glass, metal fragments, charred wood, and accelerant residue for use in determining the cause of a fire.
  DWAs: Examine debris to obtain information about causes of fires.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Instruct children about the dangers of fire.
  DWAs: Educate the public about fire safety or prevention.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Coordinate efforts with other organizations, such as law enforcement agencies.
  DWAs: Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to respond to incidents.

[Core] [54% incumbents] Teach fire investigation techniques to other firefighter personnel.
  DWAs: Train personnel to enhance job skills. | Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Subpoena and interview witnesses, property owners, and building occupants to obtain information and sworn testimony.
  DWAs: Interview people to gather information about criminal activities.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Test sites and materials to establish facts, such as burn patterns and flash points of materials, using test equipment.
  DWAs: Examine debris to obtain information about causes of fires.

[Supplemental] [54% incumbents] Dust evidence or portions of fire scenes for latent fingerprints.
  DWAs: Examine crime scenes to obtain evidence.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Testify in court cases involving fires, suspected arson, and false alarms.
  DWAs: Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.

[Core] [53% incumbents] Photograph damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.
  DWAs: Record crime or accident scene evidence with video or still cameras.

[Supplemental] [53% incumbents] Conduct internal investigation to determine negligence and violation of laws and regulations by fire department employees.
  DWAs: Investigate crimes committed within organizations.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Public Safety and Security (imp:4.70 lvl:4.91) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.28 lvl:5.96) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Building and Construction (imp:4.23 lvl:4.33) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Law and Government (imp:4.09 lvl:3.95) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Education and Training (imp:3.99 lvl:4.97) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  English Language (imp:3.71 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Administration and Management (imp:3.05 lvl:3.17) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Chemistry (imp:2.93 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Psychology (imp:2.92 lvl:3.88) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.91 lvl:3.73) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.90 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Mathematics (imp:2.90 lvl:3.01) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Mechanical (imp:2.88 lvl:3.35) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Physics (imp:2.85 lvl:3.41) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Communications and Media (imp:2.80 lvl:3.16) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:2.79 lvl:2.63) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administrative (imp:2.73 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Transportation (imp:2.67 lvl:2.76) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Design (imp:2.48 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.43 lvl:2.91) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Geography (imp:2.40 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.32 lvl:2.04) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.14 lvl:2.12) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.01 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.95 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.81 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Production and Processing (imp:1.80 lvl:1.04) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Foreign Language (imp:1.74 lvl:0.92) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  History and Archeology (imp:1.69 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Biology (imp:1.68 lvl:1.25) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.48 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Food Production (imp:1.38 lvl:0.47) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Fine Arts (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Selective Attention (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.38 lvl:3.88) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Far Vision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Memorization (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Number Facility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Depth Perception (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.38 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Night Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:1.75) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.25 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.66 lvl:5.12) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.61 lvl:5.26) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.59 lvl:4.19) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.53 lvl:5.39) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:4.53 lvl:5.30) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Getting Information (imp:4.46 lvl:4.34) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.38 lvl:4.55) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.33 lvl:4.94) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.32 lvl:5.01) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.20 lvl:4.62) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.05 lvl:5.40) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.01 lvl:4.87) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.99 lvl:3.68) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Working with Computers (imp:3.94 lvl:3.20) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.85 lvl:4.63) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.83 lvl:4.13) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.74 lvl:4.82) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Processing Information (imp:3.71 lvl:4.50) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.66 lvl:4.37) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.64 lvl:4.48) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.55 lvl:4.17) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.45 lvl:4.46) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.42 lvl:2.97) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.39 lvl:3.24) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.37 lvl:3.36) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.34 lvl:3.52) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.33 lvl:3.75) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.31 lvl:3.62) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.30 lvl:3.88) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.16 lvl:3.30) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.11 lvl:4.46) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.09 lvl:3.77) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.08 lvl:3.77) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.02 lvl:3.61) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.71 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.48 lvl:2.61) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.46 lvl:2.19) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.43 lvl:2.63) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.41 lvl:2.45) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.20 lvl:1.81) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.84 lvl:1.49) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.62) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Self-Control (imp:2.22) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Stress Tolerance (imp:2.13) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:2.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Perseverance (imp:1.94) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.83) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.71) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.70) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:1.62) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability (imp:1.61) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Cooperation (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.42) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.26) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Social Orientation (imp:0.99) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.86) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism (imp:0.56) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation (imp:0.42) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:0.29) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.62) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Programming (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Repairing (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 13,800
  annual_median    : $75,920
  annual_pct10     : $46,530
  annual_pct25     : $58,690
  annual_pct75     : $95,120
  annual_pct90     : $118,750
  annual_mean      : $78,670
  hourly_median    : $36.50

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($122,900)
  lowest_state     : Oklahoma ($37,320)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.293x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (43 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   11,510  median: $  76,850
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      780  median: $  52,790
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:      450  median: $  79,260
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      390  median: $  84,160
  Educational Services                     emp:      210  median: $  70,190
  Manufacturing                            emp:      110  median: $ 100,080
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       30  median: $  67,040

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (7 total) ---
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   11,510  median: $  76,850
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      780  median: $  52,790
  Finance and Insurance                    emp:      450  median: $  79,260
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      390  median: $  84,160
  Educational Services                     emp:      210  median: $  70,190
  Manufacturing                            emp:      110  median: $ 100,080
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:       30  median: $  67,040

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:57:13.937532Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Fire marshal (similarity: 0.3556)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_marshal
  QID: Q898372
  Extract: A fire marshal, in the United States and Canada, is often a member of a state, provincial or territorial government, but may be part of a building department or a separate department altogether. Fire marshals' duties vary but usually include fire code enforcement or investigating fires for origin an

  Title: 2025 dismissals of U.S. inspectors general (similarity: 0.3733)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_dismissals_of_U.S._inspectors_general
  QID: Q131940411
  Extract: On January 24, 2025, U.S. president Donald Trump announced the immediate firing of at least 17 inspectors general at federal government cabinet departments and agencies. The late-night mass dismissal raised concerns about government oversight and potential legal violations, and was called a "Friday 

  Title: Fire safety inspector (similarity: 0.5185)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_safety_inspector
  QID: Q5451651
  Extract: 
In the United Kingdom a fire safety inspector is a public law enforcement officer responsible for the enforcement fire safety legislation in the United Kingdom.

  Title: Office of inspector general (United States) (similarity: 0.5263)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Office_of_inspector_general_(United_States)
  QID: Q7079371
  Extract: In the United States, an office of inspector general (OIG) is a generic term for the oversight division of a federal, state, or local government agency aimed at preventing inefficient or unlawful operations within their parent agency. Such offices are attached to many federal executive departments, 

  Title: Inspector (similarity: 0.4286)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inspector
  QID: Q511138
  Extract: Inspector, also police inspector or inspector of police, is a police rank. The rank or position varies in seniority depending on the organization that uses it.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data covering detailed work activities, skills, and knowledge requirements. BLS wage data provides robust market intelligence, and related occupations offer clear career pathway insights.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T20:29:02.189338+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,664
tokens_output        : 4,306
cost_usd             : $0.047322
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though 'Fire safety inspector' was identified as the closest semantic match with 0.518 similarity. The UK-focused article provides limited context for US fire inspection roles.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Fire Inspectors and Investigators are specialized law enforcement professionals who protect public safety by inspecting buildings for fire hazards, enforcing fire codes, and investigating the causes of fires and explosions. They combine technical expertise in fire science with regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance with safety standards. These professionals serve as the frontline defense against fire-related disasters through systematic evaluation and investigation.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Fire inspectors begin their day reviewing scheduled inspections of commercial buildings, schools, and industrial facilities, examining fire suppression systems, emergency exits, and potential hazards like combustible material accumulations. They document violations in detailed reports and work with property owners to develop corrective action plans. When fires or explosions occur, investigators arrive on scene to collect evidence, interview witnesses, and analyze burn patterns to determine the cause. They spend significant time writing reports, reviewing building plans for code compliance, and conducting public education programs on fire safety.

WHO THRIVES:
Professionals who excel in this role possess strong analytical minds with exceptional attention to detail and problem sensitivity abilities. They thrive on systematic evaluation and methodical investigation processes, combining realistic hands-on work with conventional rule-following approaches. The most successful fire inspectors are dependable individuals who maintain integrity under pressure and can communicate complex technical findings to diverse audiences including property owners, attorneys, and the public. They must balance cautiousness in their assessments with the confidence to make decisive enforcement recommendations.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires a combination of post-secondary certification in fire science or related field (27.5% of practitioners), though some enter with college coursework (26%) or high school education plus extensive training (22.6%). Most jurisdictions require completion of fire academy training and certification programs in fire inspection and investigation techniques. Previous experience in firefighting, construction, or building trades provides valuable foundational knowledge for understanding fire behavior and building systems.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Fire inspectors can advance to supervisory roles overseeing inspection teams or specialize in complex investigations involving arson or industrial incidents. Many progress to fire marshal positions with broader administrative responsibilities or transition to fire protection engineering roles. Some leverage their expertise to become consultants for insurance companies or private fire protection firms, while others move into related safety inspection fields or emergency management positions.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 13,800 professionals nationwide with a median annual salary of $75,920 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $46,530 to $118,750. Geographic variation is substantial, with Washington state offering the highest compensation at $122,900 compared to Oklahoma's $37,320 - a 3.29x differential. Government employment dominates with 83.4% of positions in federal, state, and local agencies, though opportunities exist in administrative services and insurance sectors. Job security is strong given the regulatory mandate for fire inspections and the specialized expertise required.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This occupation has moderate resistance to automation due to its heavy reliance on human judgment in evaluating compliance with standards and investigating complex fire scenes. While digital tools can assist with documentation and data analysis, the core activities of inspecting facilities, interviewing witnesses, and making enforcement decisions require human expertise and interpersonal skills that are difficult to automate.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Firefighters (33-2011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share Public Safety and Security knowledge (4.7+ importance) and many fire inspectors transition from firefighting careers.
    data: Public Safety and Security knowledge
    data: Career progression pattern
    data: Related occupation designation
  [task_similarity] Construction and Building Inspectors (47-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles focus on inspecting buildings for compliance with codes and regulations, sharing core work activities of evaluating compliance with standards.
    data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
    data: Building inspection tasks
    data: Related occupation designation
  [knowledge_overlap] Fire-Prevention and Protection Engineers (17-2111.02) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require Building and Construction knowledge (4.2 importance) and share expertise in fire safety systems and prevention strategies.
    data: Building and Construction knowledge
    data: Fire safety expertise
    data: Related occupation designation
  [riasec_cluster] Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (19-5011.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles fall in the Realistic-Conventional cluster (R:5.49, C:5.18) and focus on safety compliance and hazard identification.
    data: RIASEC profile similarity
    data: Safety focus
    data: Compliance evaluation activities
  [skill_overlap] Government Property Inspectors and Investigators (13-1041.04) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles emphasize Active Listening (3.6 importance), Critical Thinking (3.5 importance), and Writing (3.5 importance) for investigation and compliance work.
    data: Active Listening skills
    data: Critical Thinking requirements
    data: Investigation activities
  [career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers (33-1021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural advancement path from fire inspector roles, sharing Public Safety and Security knowledge and administrative responsibilities.
    data: Career progression pathway
    data: Public Safety knowledge
    data: Management transition
  [task_similarity] Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists (33-2022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve fire prevention inspection activities and share similar work activities in evaluating compliance with fire safety standards.
    data: Fire prevention focus
    data: Inspection activities
    data: Related occupation designation

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['fire inspector', 'fire investigator', 'fire marshal', 'arson investigator', 'code enforcement', 'fire safety', 'building inspection', 'fire prevention']
  exclude_keywords : ['firefighter', 'fire chief', 'emergency medical', 'forest fire', 'wildland']
  title_patterns   : ['Fire Inspector', 'Fire Investigator', 'Code Official', 'Arson Investigator', 'Fire Safety Inspector']
  common_variations: ['Fire and Life Safety Inspector', 'Fire Prevention Officer', 'Fire Code Inspector', 'Building Fire Inspector', 'Municipal Fire Inspector', 'Fire Marshal Deputy', 'Fire Safety Specialist', 'Code Enforcement Officer']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['fire', 'tendency', 'others', 'equipment', 'safety', 'materials', 'principles', 'procedures', 'compliance', 'includes', 'activities', 'regulations', 'standards', 'public', 'techniques', 'control', 'objects', 'actions', 'ideas', 'problems']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
fire                       67  0.02279  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:42%  inference:31%  dwas:13%
tendency                   42  0.01429  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     40  0.01361  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  dwas:2%  inference:2%
equipment                  28  0.00952  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  dwas:11%  onet_tasks:7%
safety                     20  0.00680  dwas                 dwas:45%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:15%
materials                  16  0.00544  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  onet_tasks:31%  dwas:6%
principles                 16  0.00544  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                 14  0.00476  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:57%  onet_tasks:21%  dwas:21%
compliance                 13  0.00442  dwas                 dwas:38%  onet_tasks:31%  inference:23%
includes                   13  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  wikipedia:8%
activities                 13  0.00442  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:69%  dwas:23%  inference:8%
regulations                12  0.00408  dwas                 dwas:50%  onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:17%
standards                  12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  onet_tasks:17%  inference:17%
public                     12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:17%
techniques                 12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  onet_tasks:8%  inference:8%
control                    12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00408  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                    11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:73%  onet_tasks:18%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00374  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  onet_tasks:10%
prevention                 10  0.00340  dwas                 dwas:60%  onet_tasks:40%
programs                   10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  onet_tasks:20%  dwas:20%
evidence                   10  0.00340  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  dwas:40%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00340  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performance                 9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  dwas:11%
management                  9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:11%  inference:11%
enforcement                 9  0.00306  wikipedia            wikipedia:44%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:11%
human                       9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00306  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  wikipedia:11%
inspect                     8  0.00272  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:38%
laws                        8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  onet_dimensions:38%  dwas:12%
plans                       8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:25%  onet_dimensions:25%  dwas:25%
facilities                  8  0.00272  dwas                 dwas:50%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:12%
investigation               8  0.00272  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:38%  dwas:12%
building                    8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:12%
needs                       8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00272  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%