Fire Inspector/Investigator

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The Fire Inspector/Investigator conducts advanced fire prevention work and complex fire origin-and-cause investigations to protect the community. The role involves assessing fire scenes, preserving evidence, determining origin and cause, preparing defensible reports, enforcing fire codes, and reviewing commercial and residential plans. The position collaborates with law enforcement and prosecutors on suspected arson cases and may provide expert testimony. It also supports public education, youth firesetting intervention, and training for Operations personnel, and may serve as a project lead for inspectors and trainees.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent and 2½ years of experience in fire, building or government code enforcement; fire investigation or suppression; law enforcement; or building construction-related fields; OR an accredited associate degree in a related field and 15 months of demonstrated experience in those fields; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license at time of appointment.
• ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications at time of appointment.
• ICC Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II and Fire Plans Examiner certifications at time of appointment.
• Nevada State Fire Marshal Fire Investigator Certification at time of appointment.
• Successful completion of National Fire Academy Fire Inspection Principles I and II OR the Nevada State Fire Marshal Fire Inspector Certification.
• Certification in Youth Firesetting Prevention and Intervention.
• Successful completion of NWCG FI-210 and the associated task book for NWCG INVF qualification.
• Licenses, certifications and qualifications must be maintained throughout employment.
• Background investigation required prior to employment.
• Medical examination consistent with applicable Nevada law required before appointment; it may include stress EKG, hearing, vision and pulmonary-function testing.
• Periodic respiratory examinations and fit testing are required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced field inspections, fire-code enforcement, and commercial and residential plan reviews.
• Conduct and/or lead complex fire origin-and-cause investigations, including wildland fire investigations.
• Examine fire scenes, collect and preserve evidence, and prepare comprehensive investigation reports.
• Work with Washoe County Sheriff's Office detectives and the Washoe County District Attorney's Office in potential criminal prosecutions.
• Prepare case files, provide technical assistance, and testify in court or other proceedings as needed.
• Support public education, youth firesetting intervention, and training for Operations personnel.
• May act as a project lead for other inspectors and trainees.

What This Job Offers

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