Job Description

Posting number: 2602621

Department: Fire Department

Job classification: Deputy Fire Marshal

Posting type: Promotional

Categories: Fire & EMS

Summary

**This is a Fire Chief appointed position from an established eligibility pool

Under general direction of the Fire Marshal, the Deputy Fire Marshal performs highly technical and specialized fire prevention and fire inspection related activities in support of city-wide fire inspection and fire prevention programs, including but not limited to, conducting fire inspections, inspecting new construction, investigating fires and burn incidents, conducting public fire educational prevention and safety training, responding to citizens’ concerns and requests, and enforcing city and state fire and safety laws.

Additional duties within this rank may also include the following:

Responding to fire scenes to participate in and/or conduct fire and arson investigations which includes the investigation and analysis of fire-related incidents, using a variety of forensic analysis methods, crime scene investigation techniques, and chemical analysis; and participating in or making arrests or performing other law enforcement duties.

Examples of duties

1. Review building and site plans; perform inspections of buildings and other structures for compliance with applicable provisions of state and/or local codes; prepare inspection records and notifications pertaining to recommendations and violations; oversee and participate in conducting occupancy checks which may include issuing citations and/or arresting offenders.
2. Conduct inspections where fire hazards may exist including difficult and complicated occupancies; and enforce state and local laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the prevention and control of fire, the protection of life and property from fire, or explosion.
3. Engage in fire inspection activities and the enforcement of all ordinances, laws, and codes pertaining to the fire prevention program and the transportation, storage, and handling of explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases, acids, and other combustible and/or hazardous materials that create fire or health hazards.
4. Respond to fires, burn incidents and explosives; conduct investigations and analyses to determine cause and origin of fire; and prepare analytical reports to reveal findings.
5. Enforce state laws, city codes and ordinances, and departmental policies; and disseminate information about codes and ordinances,
6. Issue Certificates of Occupancy in collaboration with the Planning & Development Services Building Division.
7. Conduct public fire prevention and safety classes for day care centers, schools, businesses, civic groups, homeowners, and the general public.
8. Issue burn permits in accordance with the pre-established TCEQ guidelines.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned, to include, but not limited to, act in the capacity of fire marshal, as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

High School diploma or GED plus a minimum of 30 college hours and eight (8) years of active service time with a governmental agency with three (3) years’ experience in fire inspections and investigations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Texas Driver’s License. Certified Emergency Medical Technician. Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Advanced Firefighter Certification. TCFP Fire Officer I Certification. TCOLE Basic Peace Officer Certification*. TCFP Basic Fire Inspector Certification *. TCFP Plans Examiner Certification*. TCFP Fire or Arson Investigator Certification *. Completion of the following Incident Command System Courses: ICS 300 & 400. Knowledge of state, federal, local laws, ordinances, and codes as they relate to fire safety. Knowledge of fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and building plans schematics. Knowledge of fire patterns, behaviors, and investigative techniques. Excellent written oral communication skills. Ability and willingness to participate in a rotating on call schedule and ability to arrive on scene within a 40-minute response time.

Please note: Internal Candidates must meet all requirements listed above, with the exception of those marked with an asterisk (*), in addition to meeting all requirements in the CSFD Professional Development Guide (PDG).

Preferred:

Associate Degree in fire science, criminal justice or related field. Six (6) years’ experience of line service as certified Firefighter. TCFP Hazmat Technician. TCFP Certified Fire Instructor. TCOLE Certified Instructor.

Supplemental information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy.

Additional Criminal Background Screening Required: In addition to the standard pre-employment criminal background check, individuals receiving a conditional offer for this position shall be subject to a finger-print based background screening due to the required access to secured buildings and/or secure data systems.