Posting number: 422-226224-AP
Department: DPS-Office of State Fire Marshal
Job classification: STATE FIRE MARSHAL ARSON INVESTIGATOR 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Public Safety, Risk Management, Law Enforcement, Investigative, Miscellaneous, Fire & EMS, Safety, Customer Service, Training, Records Management
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Mission Statement of the Office of State Fire Marshal: To uphold the law and provide for the protection of life and property from the hazards of fire or explosion, to ensure the safety of our citizens in the constructed environment, to provide equal access to disabled individuals and to promote the efficient use of energy in commercial buildings. This position location will be TBD and may fill multiple vacancies.
The State Fire Marshal Arson Investigator 1, 2, or 3 plays a critical role in protecting lives and property through the investigation of residential, commercial, vehicle, and other fire-related incidents. This position is responsible for determining the origin and cause of fires, including those involving fatalities, through detailed scene examinations, evidence collection, witness interviews, and collaboration with law enforcement and fire service agencies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and committed to uncovering the facts to support public safety and criminal investigations.
Two years of experience in law enforcement, investigatory work or military intelligence work; OR
Twelve semester hours of college training in a criminal justice field; OR
An associate’s degree in a criminal justice field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be eighteen years old at time of application.
An applicant will be disqualified if he or she has been convicted of a felony or if there are any indictments or bills of information pending against him or her in which felony charges are included; or if he or she has been convicted within the past three years of hit and run or driving while intoxicated.
May be required to possess a current Louisiana driver's license at the time of appointment.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
As a State Fire Marshal Arson Investigator, you will investigate the origin and cause of fires, enforce fire and safety laws, and gather evidence to support criminal and regulatory proceedings. In this role, you will:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Arson Investigator 1, 2, or 3.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Location: This vacancy is located with the State Fire Marshal. Domicile is TBD.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Department of Public Safety
ATTN: Human Resources/Ariyana Perkins
P.O. BOX 66614
Baton Rouge, LA 70896
Email: DPSEmployeeAdministration@la.gov
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