The City of Pearland, TX is seeking to hire a full-time Arson Investigator to lead and improve aspects of the day-to-day operations of our Fire Marshal Office. Are you a dynamic and caring leader? Are you data-driven? Are you results-oriented? Could you excel in a fast-paced environment? If so, you may be perfect for this position!
The Arson Investigator earns a competitive hourly salary of $49.94-$54.57/hour, based on qualifications. Additionally, the city pays all premiums for our employees' dental, long-term disability protection, and life insurance plus the majority portion of the medical premium for employees and their dependents. We also offer a retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 employer match, life insurance, disability, access to the city's recreation fitness center, employee assistance program, educational assistance, 11 paid holidays and 2 designated paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, and an active wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
ABOUT THE CITY OF PEARLAND
Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas due to affordable housing, outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, and superb quality of life Ranked as one of the top ten safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. Our close proximity to Houston, just a short 20-minute drive to downtown, allows residents to experience all the city has to offer including professional sports, world-class cultural amenities, and recreation
Employees of the City of Pearland use multi-directional communication and cross-functional teams to promote a greater understanding of the organization by employees at all levels. We have created a culture of continuous learning that encourages and supports employee development and growth Our work environment is one where innovation is not only supported but encouraged.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for a high performing detail-oriented individual to work as an Arson Investigator in our fast-growing Pearland Fire Marshal Office. The successful candidate will be a positive individual with an intuitive personality that is professionally adept to working in a multifaceted environment. You possess excellent oral and written communication skills, well organized, flexible and acts with independence and with sound judgement.
The ideal Arson Investigator is driven by the need to ensure that every investigation is conducted thoroughly and with the highest integrity. You understand the big-picture impact of your decisions and is confident in your ability to explore and stay abreast of industry standards and trends related to arson investigations.
Essential Functions:
Education and Experience
Special Certification and Licenses
The City of Pearland (pronounced "pear-land", like the fruit), is a full-service municipal government located along the Gulf Coast region in the US state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area and is in the counties of Brazoria, Fort Bend, and Harris. Pearland, with more than 127,000 residents is rated the fastest-growing community in the Houston region and the second-fastest in Texas based on the 2020 census.
The City provides high-quality public safety, parks and recreation, public works and infrastructure, and economic development services to businesses, visitors and residents. The City of Pearland operates under the council-manager form of government with professional administrators and staff working in tandem with elected officials and the community. For more information on joining our diverse team, visit http://pearland.applicantpro.com/jobs/.
