ARSON INVESTIGATOR / INSPECTOR

Gfoat; Richmond, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Richmond seeks an Arson Investigator/Inspector with strong verbal and written communication and excellent interpersonal skills to serve the public.

Responsibilities include conducting fire and criminal investigations, inspections for life safety, and assisting with plan reviews for code compliance. The role may require on-call availability and adherence to safety and background requirements.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A valid Class C Texas Driver's License; driving records must meet City guidelines.
• Current Peace Officer certification (TCOLE).
• Current Arson Investigator and Fire Inspector certification (TCFP).
• Current Structural Fire Suppression certification (TCFP).
• Current Plan Examiner I certification (TCFP); may be obtained within first year.
• Current Fire and Life Safety Educator I certification (TCFP); may be obtained within first year.
• Current Instructor I certification (TCFP); may be obtained within first year.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 preferred.
• EMT Basic certification preferred (DHS).

Responsibilities

• Conducts fire investigations, criminal investigations, fire and life safety inspections, and educational programs on related safety.
• Conducts building inspections and other inspections to maintain public health, safety, and welfare.
• Assists Fire Marshal with plan reviews for code compliance.
• Position is subject to being On-Call.

Skills

Verbal and written comms

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Peace Officer certification (TCOLE)

Arson Investigator and Fire Inspector (TCFP)

Structural Fire Suppression (TCFP)

Plan Examiner I (TCFP)

Fire and Life Safety Educator I (TCFP)

Instructor I (TCFP)

NIMS 100/200/700/800

EMT Basic (DHS)

Job description

At the City of Richmond, we honor our history and maintain an open mind to new ideas and ways of maintaining and improving our service levels. The City is looking for employees who are committed to public service and possess a willingness to be challenged. The Fire Department is currently recruiting for "ARSON INVESTIGATOR / INSPECTOR".

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Investigator / Inspector position requires someone who possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills are needed to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner, including difficult and irate persons. Must work well with fellow employees. Conducts fire investigations, criminal investigations, fire and life safety inspections, and educational programs on related safety. The Investigator / Inspector will also conduct building inspections and other inspections necessary to maintain the public's general health, safety, and welfare, and assist the Fire Marshal with plan reviews for code compliance. This position is subject to being "On-Call".

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A valid Class C Texas Driver's License is required. Driving records must meet City guidelines.
• Current certification as a Peace Officer issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
• Current certification as an Arson Investigator and Fire Inspector issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).
• Current Structural Fire Suppression certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
• Current Plan Examiner I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; certification may be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Current Fire and Life Safety Educator I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; certification may be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Current Instructor I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection; certification may be obtained within the first year of employment.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700 and 800 preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services preferred.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Qualified applicants may view the full job description on the city website and complete a job application online. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the completed application. If your application is incomplete or does not clearly show the experience and or training required, your application may not be accepted. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a pre-employment-controlled substance screening, physical examination, and background check, which may include a criminal history report, driver's license verification, education verification, State fingerprint screening, and/or credit history check. This position is open until filled with the first review of applications on Friday, September 11, 2026 . Please note this posting may close at any time.

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