Deputy Fire Marshal

Collin County Government; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Collin County Government is seeking a Deputy Fire Marshal to conduct fire scene investigations, gather evidence, prepare reports, and support fire safety operations under the Fire Marshal.

Responsibilities include interviewing witnesses, presenting evidence in court, inspecting facilities, advising on fire safety plans, and performing nuisance abatement work. Field focus will be in unincorporated areas; weekend or holiday hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a level of education equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in Law Enforcement and experience in fire investigations.
• TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification is required.
• Texas Fire Commission Inspector, Investigator and Arson certifications required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• EMT-B license preferred.
• Texas Fire Commission Firefighter certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations of fire scenes including taking photographs, making sketches, securing scene of hazardous materials, documenting observations, collecting and processing evidence, and preparing reports.
• Interview witnesses and suspects in arson investigations and assist with trials by preparing documentation.
• Present evidence and provide testimony in court.
• Assist with public education programs concerning fire safety, and conducting inspections and fire safety plan reviews for commercial facilities.
• Performs nuisance abatement investigations and enforces Texas Health and Safety Codes and County Court Orders regarding Nuisance Abatement.
• Completes necessary office work, including writing reports and preparing cases for litigation; majority of work will be field work in unincorporated areas of the County.
• Hours will vary and may include weekends and holidays.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TCOLE Basic Peace Officer certification

Texas Fire Commission Inspector/Investigator/Arson certifications

Texas Driver’s License

EMT-B license

Texas Fire Commission Firefighter certification

Job description

Collin County is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Fire Marshal. A Deputy Fire Marshal is responsible for, but not limited to, performing investigations of fire scenes by taking photographs, making sketches, securing scene of hazardous materials, documenting observations, collecting and processing evidence, and preparing reports. Work is performed under the direction of Fire Marshal.

Primary Functions

• Conducts investigations of arson suspects by interviewing witnesses and suspects and conducting computer searches.
• Assists with trials by preparing documentation.
• Present evidence and providing testimony in court.
• Assists with public education programs concerning fire safety, and conducting inspections and fire safety plan reviews for commercial facilities.
• Performs nuisance abatement investigations and enforces Texas Health and Safety Codes and County Court Orders regarding Nuisance Abatement.
• Completes necessary office work, including writing reports, researching to determine ownership of property, and preparing cases for litigation. Majority of work will be field work in unincorporated areas of the County.
• Hours will vary and may include weekends and holidays.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes.
• Must have a level of education equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency required.
• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in Law Enforcement and experience in fire investigations.
• Must possess the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (TCOLE) certification for Basic Peace Officer.
• Texas Fire Commission Inspector, Investigator and Arson certifications required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• EMT-B license preferred.
• Texas Fire Commission Firefighter certification preferred.

Candidates must be able to pass a post offer, pre-employment physical (POPP), a drug screen, and a background check, when required.