State Fire Marshal Law Enf Agt

State of Oklahoma

12d

About The Position

Basic Purpose Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for performing inspections, investigations, and educational work in fire prevention and arson investigation as an agent of the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Typical Functions Conducts investigations of criminal violations of state law pertaining to suspected arson and other violations related to statutory authority and, based upon the evidence obtained, prepares reports, advises and assists prosecutors in filing charges, and drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal or administrative investigations to include affidavits, search warrants, orders, and citations and appears as a witness in court. Processes fire, explosion and crime scenes; gathers and analyzes information; interviews witnesses; collects materials, substances, documents and other evidence including photographs, ignitable substances, fingerprints, and other items; arranges for scientific testing and analysis as needed. Inspects buildings and premises of facilities, such as schools, hospitals, nursing homes, theaters, apartment houses, hotels, and correctional facilities; reviews plans and specifications for construction of new buildings or major alterations to existing buildings to determine compliance with statutes, rules, building and life safety codes, rules and ordinances. Inspects storage locations for explosives to enforce state laws governing the manufacture, storage and handling of explosives; inspects locations which store or sell fireworks; enforces the state fireworks laws governing the sale and/or possession of illegal explosives, investigates and enforces laws in regards to licenses for fireworks shooters. Investigation and enforcement of the Fire Extinguisher Licensing Act. Speaks before a variety of groups, providing information on fire safety and prevention; assists governmental subdivisions throughout the state in instituting or improving fire and life safety programs. Attends conferences; prepares and presents classes on fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, and safety to fire and law enforcement personnel. Participates in covert investigations and surveillance operations; operates computes and other equipment. Level Descriptor This is the specialist level of this job family where employees are assigned advanced level duties and responsibilities which may include serving as a Field Training Officer agent for probationary agents, organizing and coordinating multiple investigations or inspections within the agency or with other agencies, or participating in the development or presentation of educational programs.

Requirements

• two years experience in fire investigation, and/or fire prevention, which may include service in a federal, state, county, or municipal fire department plus three additional years of qualifying experience as an agent in the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal’s Office; or two years of professional experience in conducting criminal investigations for a governmental law enforcement agency as the primary full time job responsibility plus three additional years of qualifying experience as an agent in the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal’s Office; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the completion of 30 semester hours from an accredited college or university including 6 semester hours in fire protection and prevention for each year of the required experience plus three additional years of qualifying experience as an agent in the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal’s Office. (O.S. Title 74 Section 324.5)
• knowledge of modern fire investigative techniques; of fire prevention, life safety and building codes; of fire protection equipment, such as sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and extinguishing equipment; of state criminal law pertaining to crimes of arson and other statutory laws enforced by the State Fire Marshal; of search and seizure, arrest, rules of evidence, and recent court decisions affecting fire investigation, law enforcement and code enforcement; of public relations; of correct English grammar; of basic elements of computer operation and software; of the principles and techniques of arson and related investigations; of code enforcement and plan review; of investigative laboratories and agencies; of crime scene processing; of proper evidence procedures; and of specialized investigative and inspection techniques.
• ability to conduct interviews, investigations, and inspections; to present clear and accurate reports and court testimony; to maintain chain of custody over evidence; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; to gather and analyze evidence; to organize and present facts and opinions orally and writing; to conduct multiple investigations and inspections simultaneously; to organize and present facts in a concise and objective manner; and to train and coordinate the activities of others in complex investigations or inspections.
• All applicants will be required to successfully complete specialized training in arson detection and investigation, become proficient with building and fire codes and pass required written and performance exams in addition to being CLEET certified, prior to the end of their one year probationary period.
• CLEET certification must be maintained by all agents in the fire marshal job series.
• Agents must possess the ability and willingness to perform all job-related travel; willingness to carry a firearm and use deadly force as required; have and maintain the physical and mental stamina required to perform the work and willingness to accept the physical discomforts or dangers inherent in the work as evidenced by a complete physical examination that meets the specifications of the Office of the State Fire Marshal; ability to successfully complete any necessary training and certification required by the agency; be willing to be available to respond l twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven days a week; be willing to travel frequently and be away from home for extended periods of time; be willing to transfer where needed and to accept assignment anywhere in the state; pass a thorough character and background investigation; successfully pass a polygraph examination, drug screen, and a psychological evaluation; Applicants must have or be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma drivers license and satisfy requirements or limitations pertaining to carrying of weapons under the federal Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations of criminal violations of state law pertaining to suspected arson and other violations related to statutory authority
• Prepares reports, advises and assists prosecutors in filing charges, and drafts and executes legal documents for use in criminal or administrative investigations to include affidavits, search warrants, orders, and citations and appears as a witness in court.
• Processes fire, explosion and crime scenes; gathers and analyzes information; interviews witnesses; collects materials, substances, documents and other evidence including photographs, ignitable substances, fingerprints, and other items; arranges for scientific testing and analysis as needed.
• Inspects buildings and premises of facilities, such as schools, hospitals, nursing homes, theaters, apartment houses, hotels, and correctional facilities; reviews plans and specifications for construction of new buildings or major alterations to existing buildings to determine compliance with statutes, rules, building and life safety codes, rules and ordinances.
• Inspects storage locations for explosives to enforce state laws governing the manufacture, storage and handling of explosives; inspects locations which store or sell fireworks; enforces the state fireworks laws governing the sale and/or possession of illegal explosives, investigates and enforces laws in regards to licenses for fireworks shooters.
• Investigation and enforcement of the Fire Extinguisher Licensing Act.
• Speaks before a variety of groups, providing information on fire safety and prevention; assists governmental subdivisions throughout the state in instituting or improving fire and life safety programs.
• Attends conferences; prepares and presents classes on fire prevention, fire investigation, code enforcement, and safety to fire and law enforcement personnel.
• Participates in covert investigations and surveillance operations; operates computes and other equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees