ASSISTANT FIRE MARSHAL

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

Job summary

The City of Lake Worth Fire Department seeks an experienced Fire Inspector/Investigator to join its administrative division, performing plan reviews, inspections and on-site investigations. The role supports fire prevention and public safety through enforcing codes and coordinating with emergency services.

Responsibilities include conducting fire drills, maintaining records, and assisting in emergency management training and EOC activations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five years of full-time fire service experience.
• Must maintain OMD credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and pre-fire planning of schools, churches, daycare centers, and other facilities for fire hazards and code compliance.
• Conduct and supervise fire drills at schools, daycare centers, and other locations as needed.
• Ensure buildings meet city codes and investigate fires to determine cause and origin.
• Manage fire and bomb investigations and prepare criminal cases as required.
• Review plans and perform inspections of sprinkler, alarm, and suppression systems.

Skills

Fire inspections

Emergency management

Report writing

Public safety communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Five years fire service experience

OMD credentialing

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs non-supervisory and participatory work in the administrative division of the fire department. Monday through Friday work schedule, 0800 to 1700, with on-call responsibilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVEDAND EXCERCISED

This position receives supervision and direction from the Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal/Emergency Management Coordinator and Fire Chief.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs inspections and pre-fire planning of all schools, churches, daycare centers, commercial and industrial establishments, multiple-family dwellings, nursing homes and other places as outlined to check for fire hazards and compliance with applicable laws, ordinances and regulations, taking appropriate action against violators
• Conducts and supervises fire drills at local schools, daycare centers, nursing homes and other places of interest when needed
• Ensure that all new and existing buildings meet city codes.
• Investigates fires to determine the cause and origin and completes all related reports
• Manages the investigation of all fires and bomb incidents and prepares criminal cases as necessary
• Demonstrates knowledge of the proper methods of performing the various techniques in fire prevention, investigation and public education (Fire Safety Programs)
• Attends meetings and seminars as required
• Maintains and files all required state and local reports
• Keeps records and prepares monthly and annual reports as required
• Manage records, including retention and reporting to outside agencies
• Review and approval of plans for construction, installation and operation of equipment and structures to ensure they meet the fire safety requirements for all State and local codes and ordinances.
• Conducts plan review, installation inspections and permit inspections of fire sprinkler, alarm, and suppression systems.
• Serves as an Emergency Management Specialist and supports various emergency management roles during emergency operations center (EOC) activations
• Assists in training activities related to emergency management to include city-wide tabletop exercises and other training deemed required by the State and Federal governments
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents on an as needed basis
• Maintains physical endurance and agility
• May respond to calls within the fire district in a reasonable amount of time
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or General Education Degree
• Five (5) years full-time, paid experience in the fire service
• Must maintain OMD credentialing

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Valid Class B Exempt Texas driver license or CDL
• TCFP Certified Basic Firefighter
• TCFP Certified Basic Fire Inspector or the ability to obtain within1 year of appointment
• TCFP Certified Basic Fire Investigator or the ability to obtain within1 year of appointment
• TCOLE Basic Peace Officer or the ability to obtain within 1year of appointment
• TDSHS Certified Basic EMT or higher
• NIMS IC S Courses100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800
• BLS & First Aid Instructor certifications or the ability to obtain within1 year of appointment
  

PHYSICAL AND OTHER ABILITIES

• Must possess the visual acuity to operate a city vehicle, operate a computer terminal, inspect buildings/construction sites, and read plans/blueprints
• Walk, stand, sit, or run for prolonged periods of time
• Regularly push, pull, lift, and/or carry up 10 pounds
• Frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 100 pounds or more
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Operate office equipment including use of a computer keyboard
• Speak and hear effectively to exchange information in the English language
• Operate a vehicle to travel to various locations
• Operate and use specialized firefighting tools and equipment
  

Work in complex, potentially hazardous outdoor environment performing investigation activities. Work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working under extreme outdoor weather conditions, working around moving parts, carts, or machines, irritant chemicals, etc. May be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, coats, goggles, gloves, or shields. The candidate must be able to be certified by an M.D. to be able to meet the medical conditions in the latest edition of NFPA 1582.

The City of Lake Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Lake Worth will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.