ARSON INVESTIGATOR / INSPECTOR

At the City of Richmond, we honor our history and maintain an open mind to new ideas and ways of maintaining and improving our service levels. The City is looking for employees who are committed to public service and possess a willingness to be challenged.

About the role

The Fire Department is seeking an Arson Investigator / Inspector. This position conducts fire investigations, criminal investigations, fire and life safety inspections, and educational programs on related safety. The Investigator / Inspector will also conduct building inspections and other inspections necessary to maintain the public's general health, safety, and welfare, and assist the Fire Marshal with plan reviews for code compliance. This position is subject to being "On-Call."

Responsibilities

• Conduct fire and criminal investigations
• Perform fire and life safety inspections
• Deliver educational programs on safety-related topics
• Conduct building inspections to ensure public health, safety, and welfare
• Assist the Fire Marshal with plan reviews for code compliance
• Interact professionally with the public, including handling difficult or irate individuals
• Collaborate effectively with fellow employees

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License (driving records must meet City guidelines)
• Current certification as a Peace Officer issued by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
• Current certification as an Arson Investigator and Fire Inspector issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP)
• Current Structural Fire Suppression certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection
• Current Plan Examiner I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (may be obtained within the first year of employment)
• Current Fire and Life Safety Educator I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (may be obtained within the first year of employment)
• Current Instructor I certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (may be obtained within the first year of employment)

Preferred Qualifications

• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services

Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a pre-employment-controlled substance screening, physical examination, and background check, which may include a criminal history report, driver’s license verification, education verification, State fingerprint screening, and/or credit history check.