Fire Prevention Specialist
About The Position
The Fire Prevention Specialist participates in planning and implementing Fire Prevention Division policies. The role conducts fire prevention inspections and investigations, reviews plans, issues permits and citations, and plans and delivers public education activities. The Specialist also participates in planning programs, policies, or objectives for the work group and department. If certified, the incumbent may assist the Operations Division with fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and other emergency services. The position works under a supervisor’s direction and performs inspections, public education demonstrations, and clerical duties as required. Fire Inspector certifications, including Inspector I, Inspector II, and Plans Examiner I, must be obtained within six months; Basic Fire Investigator certification must be obtained within 18 months. Structural firefighter and EMT-Basic qualifications are preferred.
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 Basic Fire Investigator certification (TCFP) 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.
- Apply codes, laws, and ordinances in carrying out fire prevention duties.
- Be able to undergo annual medical and complete physical assessments.
- Operate firefighting and rescue equipment, including motor vehicles, if certified.
- Perform approved emergency medical care if certified.
- Teach and practice sound safety and work habits.
- Organize and communicate effectively.
- Assist in community efforts throughout the municipality.
- Read and interpret construction and design plans.
- React quickly and remain calm under duress and strain.
- Deliver high-quality customer service while assisting in community efforts throughout the municipality.
- Wear an SCBA with a demand valve-type positive-pressure face piece or HEPA filter masks, including tolerating increased respiratory workloads if required.
- 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.
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 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 summons for violations of fire codes or municipal fire prevention ordinances.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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