Fire Investigation Unit Captain (Fire Prevention Captain)

The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is recruiting to fill one (1) position for Fire Investigation Unit Captain (Fire Prevention Captain).

In addition to the base salary, the position may also receive the following:
- 15% monthly pay differential for Fire Prevention Captain
- 5% on-call pay for participation in the Fire Investigation Off-Duty Standby Team

Shift: Standard 40-hour work week with possible overtime
Stationed in: Pittsburg, CA
Bargaining Unit: IAFF Local 1230

The Fire Prevention Bureau provides the highest level of fire prevention services through comprehensive inspections and code enforcement, plan review and engineering services, public education, fire investigations, and exterior hazard control to ensure properties are properly constructed in accordance with local and state codes.

The Fire Investigation Unit is responsible for determining origin and cause of fires and the investigations of fire related incidents of both criminal and accidental nature, pursuant to the mandate for fire origin and cause determination as outlined in the Fire Code and California Health and Safety Code.

What you will typically be responsible for:
- Leading and overseeing complex fire investigations
- Coordinating investigations with other County or City agencies
- Providing technical and investigative expertise
- Maintaining the integrity of evidence and investigative records and preparing cases for legal proceedings
- Reviewing investigation reports and findings
- Supervising fire investigators, implementing unit priorities and assigning work
- Overseeing station operations

To apply, all applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. The supplemental questionnaire is part of the application process.

Requirements: Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License; Associate Degree from an accredited college or university; FEMA Courses ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700, IS-800; California Peace Officers' Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Penal Code 832 Arrest Course; California Peace Officers' Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Certified Penal Code 832 Firearms Course; Certification as a Fire Investigator through the California Fire Service Training and Education System (for external candidates); Three (3) years of full-time experience as a Fire Investigator in the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, or two (2) years experience as a Fire Prevention Captain in the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District, or five (5) years experience as a full-time public fire investigator, or five (5) years of sworn law enforcement experience; U.S. citizenship or permanent resident alien status; At least 21 years of age; Ability to meet health and psychological evaluation standards

Salary: $139,643.99 - $187,136.28 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-25