Fire Prevention & Education Specialist

Schertz; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Schertz Fire Department in Schertz, TX is seeking a Fire Prevention Specialist to help plan and enforce fire codes, conduct inspections, investigations, and plan reviews. The role supports public education efforts and may involve firefighting/EMS tasks if certified.

The position requires certified Fire Inspector/Plans Examiner and Fire Investigator qualifications, along with EMT-Basic or higher preferred credentials. Expect competitive hourly pay and opportunities to impact community safety.

Qualifications

• Completion of TCFP Fire Inspector I/II and Plans Examiner.
• Completion of TCFP Fire Investigator.
• Structural firefighting training completion preferred.
• DSHS EMT-Basic or higher preferred.
• Three years’ experience as a structural firefighter preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend Planning & Development Meetings as needed.
• Conduct fire investigations to determine origin and cause.
• Review construction/installation plans for compliance with fire codes.
• Issue permits for fire suppression and fire alarm systems.
• Perform inspections, education demonstrations, and clerical duties as required.
• Plan, develop, and deliver public education programs.
• Perform firefighting and EMS tasks when certified.
• Issue citations for fire code violations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fire prevention knowledge

Plan review

Public education

Emergency medical care

Reading plans

Teamwork

Education

TCFP Fire Inspector (I/II) & Plans Examiner

TCFP Fire Investigator

EMT-Basic certification

Job description

Schertz Fire Department in Schertz, TX is seeking a Fire Prevention Specialist to help plan and enforce fire codes, conduct inspections, investigations, and plan reviews. The role supports public education efforts and may involve firefighting/EMS tasks if certified.

The position requires certified Fire Inspector/Plans Examiner and Fire Investigator qualifications, along with EMT-Basic or higher preferred credentials. Expect competitive hourly pay and opportunities to impact community safety.