Deputy Fire Marshal

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical insurance

On-site medical clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement matching

Generous vacation accrual

Job summary

The Deputy Fire Marshal at City of Pasadena oversees Fire Inspections, Investigations, and Public Education coordination. The role enforces fire laws, inspects facilities for hazards, and presents safety programs to schools, businesses, and the public.

You will collect evidence, testify when needed, and engage volunteers in prevention activities. Responsibilities include developing educational materials, coordinating demonstrations like the Pasadena Fire Safety House, and delivering classroom

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Fire Inspector certification from TCFP required.
• TCOLE Peace Officer certification required.
• TCFP Fire Investigator certification within 2 years.
• Arson Investigation license within 2 years.
• Fire Prevention Education Specialist or SFMA Fire Prevention Specialist within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire inspections of buildings and facilities to enforce fire codes and laws.
• Investigate fire causes, gather evidence, and testify in court when needed.
• Lead public education programs and coordinate fire safety training in schools and communities.
• Coordinate volunteer firefighters and fire prevention activities (e.g., Pasadena Fire Safety House).
• Present fire education programs to businesses, groups, and schools.
• Attend seminars to stay updated on prevention practices.

Skills

Public speaking

Investigative skills

Fire prevention knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Inspector certification

Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Basic Peace Officer certification (TCOLE)

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Investigator certification

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Arson Investigation license

Texas Commission on Fire Prevention Fire Education Specialist Certification or SFMA Fire Prevention Specialist Certification

NFPA Plan Review certification

Job description

Duties

The fundamental responsibility of a Deputy Fire Marshal is to function in Fire Inspections, Fire Investigations, and as a Public Education Coordinator. Investigates and gathers facts to determine cause of fires and explosions, and enforces fire laws. Inspects buildings and equipment to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and state laws. Assist in the development, coordination, planning, implementation, and presentation of fire safety educational training programs in schools and other project locations regarding educating the public. Conduct fire and life safety inspections of local businesses, public buildings, and state licensed facilities. Investigate complaints regarding hazardous conditions and fire code violations. Investigate cause and origin of fires. Investigates reported burn injuries. Interview victims, witnesses and suspects. Collect evidence and prepare documentation for civil and criminal courts. Arrest arson suspects and testify in court. Represent the City at various functions and programs, which include civic associations and civic organization presentations, local business employee workshops and other community events. Present fire education programs to businesses, various groups, and public/private schools. Teach, organize, and prepare materials to be taught and adapt teaching methods to the appropriate age level and needs of the audience. Coordinate the participation of volunteer firefighters with fire prevention programs and activities, including the Pasadena Fire Safety House. Assist in the development, implementation, and delivery of educational programs and demonstrations. Provide classroom instruction for fire cause and origin, and fire/life safety hazards. Prepare displays and exhibits relating to fire prevention and fire safety; dispense fire safety pamphlets and handouts. Attend seminars, conferences, and classes to upgrade knowledge of fire prevention practices and to obtain ideas for improving and developing new educational programs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Minimum of two (2) years fire service or related experience. Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Inspector certification. Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer certification. U.S. Citizenship required to obtain (TCOLE) certification. Texas Commission on Fire Protection Fire Investigator certification must be obtained within two years of employment. Texas Commission on Fire Protection Arson Investigation license must be obtained within two years of employment. Texas Commission on Fire Prevention Fire Education Specialist Certification or State Firemen's and Fire Marshals Association Fire Prevention Specialist Certification must be obtained within two years of employment. Must demonstrate satisfactory proficiency of assigned equipment. Must demonstrate ability to exercise safe and sound independent judgment and problem-solving skills. Must demonstrate satisfactory knowledge of fire prevention, arson investigation, fire inspections, and City ordinances. Must demonstrate satisfactory resource management. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. PREFERRED: Experience with public speaking and/or presentation of fire prevention programs or higher education coursework in public speaking and/or technical communications. NFPA Plan Review certification.

Benefits

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full-time employees. For example:

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay-period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service - four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service - five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up - six weeks of vacation per year.