Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The City of Tomball is hiring for a Full Time Deputy Fire Marshal which will be responsible for ensuring the safety of the community by conducting technical fire code inspections on both new and existing buildings or locations, and undertaking fire investigations to establish the cause and origin of fires. Entails promoting public fire education, upholding compliance with laws, ordinances, and regulations related to fire prevention and control, and diligently performing fire investigative work. Expected to review plans for projects regulated by adopted fire codes, ensuring their compliance and issuing permits when necessary.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

Education HS_GED

Experience Minimum of 1 year previous relevant work experience is required.

Certifications TCFP Basic Fire Inspector NIMS IS-100, 200, 700, 800, Courage to be Safe, and Traffic Incident Management, Cancer Awareness Training.

Licensing Texas Commission on Fire Protection Certifications, Driver's License

Deputy Fire Marshal functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Fire Inspections: Schedule inspections based on online requests. Coordinate overdue annual inspections and follow-ups using the Emergency Reporting Systems. Schedule "Fire Protection System Notifications" (Red and Yellow Tags) from licensed contractors. Respond to citizen complaints and emergencies involving commercial properties and businesses in line with the adopted fire codes.
• Fire Investigations: Conduct fire investigations in line with NFPA 1033 JPR's and ongoing training. Promptly respond to fire incidents, ensuring that scene and personnel documentation is rigorous. Use appropriate equipment to determine the fire's cause, ensuring its optimal working condition. If arson is suspected, collect evidence in a legally sound manner. Conduct interviews with firefighters and witnesses. Systematically collect, label, preserve, and present evidence from suspected incendiary fires. Maintain a daily activity log, promptly write reports, and be prepared for potential court testimonies.
• Administrative Duties: Manage emails, process and store documents, and maintain accurate records of all commercial buildings within city limits. Use of software systems: Outlook, Google, Revu, and Emergency Reporting.
• Plan Review: Review projects regulated by the adopted fire codes, ensuring they meet the necessary requirements. Use city-purchased software to review submitted plans, marking findings for clients. Save essential data to the Fire Department's drives for record retention and update Emergency Reporting with record-keeping procedures. Issue required fire permits upon thorough review and inspection.
• Emergency Response: Respond to emergency calls, providing assistance for incidents related to Fire Code or Fire Investigations as needed.
• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain a Customer Service First Attitude, treating contractors, business owners and Customers with Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect.

Success Framework. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities have been identified by our team as building blocks towards efficiency and effectiveness in this role.

• Capability to conduct systematic fire investigations following established protocols.
• Familiarity with fire prevention and control principles.
• Competence in using various software similar to Outlook, Google, Revu, & Emergency Reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially when conducting interviews or liaising with firefighters and the public.
• A customer service first attitude.
• Detailed and methodical approach to work, especially in evidence collection and documentation.
• TCFP Plans Examiner and Investigator certification is preferred.
• Ability to respond promptly and effectively to emergencies.

Equipment and Tools commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Microsoft Office and other basic computer systems and devices such as printers, scanners, IPads, and Web cameras for zoom meetings and trainings. The following items are some of the tools and equipment that are essential to an inspector and investigator: Digital Camera W/Tripod, Video Camera, Digital Recorder for interviews, Streamlight Flashlight or Similar, Flashlight w/headband, Scene Light, Evidence Cans, Brown Paper Evidence Bags, Clear, Plastic, Evidence Bags (Different Sizes), Evidence Labels for boxes and bags, Evidence Tape, Cardboard, Boxes Variety Sizes, Rubber Mallet, Yellow, Numbered Evidence Markers, PH Paper, Black Sharpie Marker, 12" Ruler, Pack of Orange Flag Markers, Roll of Clear Tape, Orange Ground Paint Spray Can, Zip Ties, Forceps, Isopropyl Alcohol, Blotter Strips, Activated Charcoal Strips, Disposable Sterile Pipets W/ Suction Bulbs, Cotton balls, UV Black Light, Sifting Screen, Fire Helmet, Fire Boots, Tyvek Suite, Investigations Flight Suite, Investigations Coverall Suite, N95 Masks, RZ Mask w/filters, 3M Breathing Masks, Slip on Shoe Covers, Blue Disposable Gown, Leather Work Gloves, Hard Hat, CO Detector, Latex Gloves, Safety Glasses, Fire Decon Wipes, Power Outlet Tester, Box of Rubber Gloves, Tool Bag w/ Misc hand tools, Tool Box, Drill W/ Attachments, Long Handle Square Head shovel, Round Head Shovel, Different Hand Shovels, Small Bolt Cutters, Large Bolt Cutters, Misc Scrub Brush, 2" Brush, Small Dust Pan W/ Brush, Hand Scrapper (Putty Knife), Plastic Spray Bottles, Tire Tred Meter (depth of charr), Pair of Scissors, 30' Tape Measure, 100' Tape Measure, Measuring Wheel, Wire Tester, Volt Meter, Magnifying Glass, Arc Mapping Kit, Fire Line Tape, Graph Paper, Black Trash Bags, Small Black Locking, Utility Boxes, Box of Scott Rags in a box, 20X40 Blue Tarp, 16X 20 Blue Tarp, 8X10 Blue Tarp. Hand held and vehicle mounted radios

Work Environment or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• May be required to work in high or dangerous places.
• May regularly be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.
• Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electric shock.

* Physical Abilities. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work requires the ability to sit, stand, walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push, and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance.
• Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen, and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, visual acuity of 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand/eye coordination, the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Must be able to lift up to 5
• Work requires the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.

* The City of Tomball offers reasonable accommodation in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, and employees may be required to comply with the changes.

SALARY:

• Hiring Range $31.18 - $32.74
• Salary Range $31.18 - $46.78

** Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience **

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.

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