Fire Marshal Deputy

Williamson County • Full-time • Georgetown, TX, US • 3w ago

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Assistant Fire Marshal, responds to emergency calls that involve fire, hazardous materials, and emergency operations center needs. Conducts fire and life safety inspections and fire investigations.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Inspects businesses, schools, multi-family residential buildings, etc. to ensure compliance with local, state, and national codes
Conducts inspections of fire hazard complaints and identifies corrective action necessary for compliance with local, state, and national codes
Inspects sprinkler systems, special fire extinguishing systems and fire alarm systems for current inspection and proper operation
Inspects properties that store, handle and use hazardous materials to ensure compliance with laws, code and regulations for compliance
Investigates fire incidents, hazardous material releases, bomb threats and explosions
Assists Fire Marshal with fire cause and determination of fire related incidents and maintains all records of such incidents
Collects, preserves, logs and secures evidence
Documents all handling of evidence and develops case files and reports
Interprets/explains fire code and permitting requirements and prevention information to multiple parties
Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to – Assistant Fire Marshal
Direct Reports – No

PHYSICALDEMANDS

Position involves prolonged sitting, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing
Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty (50) pounds and exertion of up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force to move objects
Position involves occasionally lifting and carrying of up to one hundred and fifty (150) pounds with assistance (i.e., training dummies, chlorine kits, training props)
Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle and emergency equipment under normal and emergency conditions without any equipment modifications specific to any individual operator
Ability to assess emergency situations and handle extreme stress in crisis situations

ENVIRONMENTALFACTORS

Maybe required to work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, cold, and wet conditions
Maybe exposed to personal and environmentally hazardous conditions

IRREGULARHOURS

Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m.to 5 p.m.) maybe required
Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director
Regular attendance is required
Required to be on an on-call rotation

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent
Knowledge of fire inspection practices, ICC Fire and Building Codes, and NFPA Standards
Two (2) years of Fire Inspector experience
Two (2) years of Fire Investigation experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Valid Texas Driver’s License
Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Structural Firefighter certification
TCFP Fire Inspector certification
TCFP Fire Investigator certification
Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700 & 800

Required Within One (1) Year Of Employment

TCFP Plans Examiner
TCFP Hazmat Technician certification
Hazardous Materials Incident Command certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in a related field
IAAI – FIT certification
NAFI – CFEI certification
TCOLE Basic Peace Officer license
TCFP Advanced Structure Fire Fighter certification
TCFP Advanced Fire Inspector certification
TCFP Advanced Fire Investigator certification
TCFP Fire Officer certification
TCFP Incident Safety Officer certification
ICSG-300 &G-400

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: No
Physical exam: Yes
Psychological exam: No
Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

01

Do you have a high school diploma, or equivalent?

02

Do you have knowledge of fire inspection practices, ICC Fire and Building Codes, and NFPA Standards?

03

Do you have two (2) years of Fire Inspector experience?

04

Do you have two (2) years of fire investigation experience?

05

Do you have all of the following required licenses and certifications? Valid Texas Driver's License Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Structural Firefighter certification TCFP Fire Inspector certification TCFP Fire Investigator certification Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700 & 800

06

Do you have a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Basic Peace Officer License or higher?

Yes
No
Required Question

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