Deputy Fire Marshal

Performs professional and technical task-level work for the County; assists with the County's comprehensive risk reduction program to reduce or eliminate the loss of life and property by fire, explosion or the unauthorized discharge of hazardous materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintains regular and timely attendance at work. Answers phone calls and emails; responds to call-outs within thirty (30) minutes of receiving a request. Enforces state and County regulations relating to fires, explosions, or dangers of any kind caused by fire or explosions throughout the County. Performs plan review. Conducts complex fire investigations to determine fire origin, cause, and circumstances within the County. Takes photographs and secures available materials, evidence, and/or information related to investigations. Interviews or interrogates individuals; takes statements or testimony and prepares detailed reports including charts and graphs. Makes arrests, as appropriate, of those committing the act of arson and related crime(s). Works with County prosecutor's offices to ensure legal prosecution of those found guilty of violating laws and/or committing criminal acts related to fire and environmental crimes. Works with other regulatory agencies in environmental crime investigations involving fires, explosions, hazardous material releases, and other incidents. Works with other agencies and private or public entities, as needed to conduct fire prevention education meetings. Assists with fire prevention and safety programs for County employees, businesses, civic organizations, first responders, and the general public. Conducts fire prevention programs, fire and life safety inspections, and assists in maintaining an effective plan to manage fire and explosions and other related emergency situations in the County. Conducts planning and development meetings. Enforces local laws and ordinances relating to the adopted County Fire Code. Inspects commercial and residential structures/properties/sites, etc., to ensure compliance with local laws, ordinances, or rules, and identifies conditions that may endanger life or property. Attends required training and maintains appropriate certifications as required. Monitors and keeps updated on local, state, and federal laws charged with enforcing. Generates reports on all duties performed. Assists with emergency management activities as needed. Serves as "essential personnel" and remains available for immediate call-in due to any natural or manmade disaster, or any other event the Fire Marshal or County Judge deems necessary. Acts on issues in the absence of the County Fire Marshal. Communicates and works hand in hand with other agencies, contractors, and the general public to ensure all responsibilities of the Fire Marshal's Office. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in a related field; AND four years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Texas Basic Certified Peace Officer. Texas Basic Fire Investigator License Texas Basic fire Inspector License NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 Hazardous Materials Awareness. Valid Texas Driver's License.

Brazoria County is a local government entity that offers competitive salaries with an excellent benefits package, which includes: Government Pension through TCDRS with 7% fixed interest and a county match of 2:1 at retirement; we do not pay into Social Security but instead contribute to a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan as an additional savings for retirement (VOYA). Excellent medical/dental insurance (Aetna) for employees and dependent coverage rates. Free employee health clinic and free tele-health services. Section 125 Cafeteria Plans including- Aflac, Humana and others; free LTD; free Life Insurance coverage up to $200 (age reduction); with AD&D. Employee Assistance Program for all employees and any member of household; 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick benefits. At retirement, a free paid up $50K Life Insurance policy; a 401h retiree medical reimbursement plan, free access to our employee health clinic.

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Application Deadline: Continuous