Deputy Fire Marshal

City of La Porte, Texas • La Porte, TX

2d • $29 - $36

About The Position

The Deputy Fire Marshal will alternate between Fire Inspections and Fire Investigations. The Deputy Fire Marshal will inspect buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws. The Deputy Fire Marshal may investigate and gather facts to determine cause and origin of fires and explosions and will assist the Fire Marshal in case development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license
• 2 years of experience in conducting fire inspections preferred.
• Basic Fire Inspector, required.

Nice To Haves

• Arson Investigator License issued by Texas Commission on Fire Protection, preferred.
• Basic Texas Peace Office License issued by Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Will conduct fire and life safety inspections of mercantile and manufacturing businesses, public buildings, and state licensed facilities.
• Develops and presents fire education programs to businesses, various groups and public/private schools.
• Provides classroom instruction fire/life safety hazards.
• Investigates complaints regarding hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
• Investigates cause and origin of fires.
• Investigates reported burn injuries.
• Interviews victims, witnesses and suspects.
• Collects evidence.
• Prepares documentation for civil and criminal courts.
• Arrest arson suspects and testify in court (If TCLEOSE Certified).
• Review blueprints for fire code compliance.
• Prepare memorandums and technical reports.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED