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Deputy Fire Marshal

Tarrant County
Full-time
On-site
Tarrant County, TX
$8,160.53 USD monthly

Summary

The Deputy Fire Marshal is responsible for investigating fires, arson, explosions, fire hazards, complaints, and bomb threats. They will also prepare/file arson cases to the Criminal District Attorney's Office, maintain/enforce the Tarrant County Fire Code for the unincorporated areas of the County, conduct fire safety inspections in County buildings/jails, and teach fire prevention. This position works with all of the fire departments in the County.

Supervisor Responsibilities:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Investigates fires, arson, and explosions.

Administers and enforces the Tarrant County Fire Code.  Issues permits, collects permits and inspection fees, reviews construction and fire suppression system plans, and inspects new businesses.  
Works with builders and business owners on new construction projects and conducts site visits and inspections on new construction projects.
Provides fire prevention education and training.
Works with county, city, state, and federal agencies regarding fire investigations and complaints.
Maintains files, records, and reports.
Coordinates the Tarrant County Arson Task Force.
Works with the Tarrant County Emergency Services District #1 and all of the fire departments in the County on inspections, investigations, and training.
Serves as part of the response team for emergency management dealing with disasters and Homeland Security issues.
Coordinates and investigates hazmat incidents in the unincorporated areas and smaller cities.
Enforces State fireworks rules, inspects fireworks stands, and issues and reviews firework permits.
Files arson cases with the Criminal District Attorney's Office and testifies in court.
Conducts fire and life safety inspections and handles complaints.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of building construction, materials, codes and laws related to fire prevention 
Knowledge of fire investigation methods and procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
Strong organizational, observation and analytical skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills and public speaking abilities

Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.  

Five (5) years of firefighting, fire investigating, and fire inspection experience.  
Texas Commission on Fire Protection certified Fire Investigator, Firefighter, and Fire Inspector and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement licensed Peace Officer.
Valid Texas driver license.
Preferred Requirements:
No desired preferences.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to bend, be exposed to burns, carry, climb, climb ladders, climb stairs, be exposed to electrical hazards, grasp/squeeze, use hand tools, hear, tolerate hot and cold inside temperatures, keyboard, kneel, lift below the waist, lift between waist and shoulder, lift overhead, lift to the side/twist, use material handling equipment, tolerate noise, tolerate hot and cold outside temperatures, pull, push, be exposed to radiation, reach, reach overhead, perform repetitive tasks, negotiate rough or uneven surfaces, see color, see far and near, sit, negotiate slippery surfaces, be exposed to solvents, squat, stand, talk, twist, use his/her hands, drive a vehicle, be exposed to vibration, walk, walk on an incline, use wide hand spread, work at height, work alone and with others, and work overtime.  At fire scenes, incumbents are exposed to fire, heat, smoke, and other gas by-products from the fire.  They can be exposed to a proliferation of synthetic products and plastics and other toxic chemicals that release carcinogenic by-products when burned.  Investigating the fire scene requires incumbents to enter hazardous areas and walk, climb, and crawl through fire debris.  Many times, incumbents have to reconstruct fire scenes that require them to move, carry, or replace items that were moved during the fire extinguishing operations.  Incumbents are exposed to electrical hazards, chemicals, burned debris, possible explosive devices, and hazardous materials.  Incumbents can serve warrants, which could subject them to struggles and violence.

Other Requirements

Decision Making

Makes fire scene decisions including searches and evacuation decisions on bomb threats, fire, and explosives scenes.  Deals with media at fire scenes.  Addresses fire safety concerns in our County buildings and businesses.  Writes and serves warrants and testifies in court.  Reviews and approves building construction and fire suppression systems plans for new businesses according to the fire code.  As acting Arson Task Force Coordinator, runs the fire scene investigations on call outs in the County.  Makes decisions for the Fire Marshal when he or the Chief Deputy is not available.

Contacts

Interacts with Facilities Management, Sheriff's Department, Criminal District Attorney's Office, County fire departments, Emergency Management Office, Tarrant County Arson Task Force, Public Health, and Transportation.

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