Fire Prevention Specialist

City of Schertz • Schertz, TX

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About The Position

The Fire Prevention Specialist participates in planning and implementing Fire Prevention Division policies through fire prevention inspections, fire investigations, plan review, and public education activities. The position also participates in planning programs, policies, and objectives for the work group and department. If certified, the incumbent may assist the Operations Division by providing fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency services.

Requirements

• Complete TCFP Fire Inspector training, including Inspector I, Inspector II, and Plan Examiner.
• Complete TCFP Fire Investigator training.
• Obtain Fire Inspector certification, including Inspector I, Inspector II, and Plans Examiner I (TCFP), within 6 months.
• Obtain Fire Investigator, Basic (TCFP) certification within 18 months.
• Hold a valid Class C or B Texas driver’s license and remain insurable under the city’s insurance policy.
• Know the building, fire, and life safety codes adopted for use by the city.
• Know state laws and local ordinances regarding fire prevention.
• Know fire science principles and their application to determining fire origin and cause.
• Know nationally recognized policies and procedures for conducting fire investigations.
• Be able to apply codes, laws, and ordinances in carrying out fire prevention duties.
• Be able to undergo annual medical and complete physical assessments.
• Be able to teach and practice sound safety and work habits.
• Be able to organize and communicate effectively.
• Be able to assist in community efforts throughout the municipality and deliver high-quality customer service.
• Be able to read and interpret construction and design plans.
• Be able to react quickly and remain calm under duress and strain.
• Be able to wear an SCBA with a demand valve-type positive-pressure face piece or HEPA filter masks, and tolerate increased respiratory workloads if required.
• Be able to maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of TCFP-approved training in structural firefighting.
• Completion of DSHS-approved training for EMT-Basic or higher.
• Three years’ experience as a structural firefighter.
• Structural Fire Fighter, Basic (TCFP) certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician, Basic (DSHS) certification.
• If certified, skill in operating firefighting and rescue equipment, including motor vehicles, and ability to perform approved emergency medical care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire prevention inspections.
• Attend Planning and Development Meetings as needed.
• Conduct fire investigations to determine origin and cause as needed.
• Review construction and installation plans for compliance with fire codes and municipal fire prevention ordinances.
• Issue permits for installation of fire suppression and fire alarm systems.
• Perform inspections, public education demonstrations, and clerical duties as required under a supervisor’s direction.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and deliver public education programs.
• Perform firefighting and emergency medical tasks when required, if certified.
• Issue citations or summonses for violations of fire codes or municipal fire prevention ordinances.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed