Arson Investigator

BEXAR COUNTY
invites applications for the position of:

Fire/ Arson Investigator - Fire
Marshal's

SALARY: $3,780.00 Monthly

OPENING DATE: 05/18/22

CLOSING DATE: 05/31/22 11: 59 PM

SUMMARY:

Under general direction of the Fire Marshal, and/or Division Supervisor the Deputy Fire Marshal
is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations of the Fire Marshal's Office. The Deputy
Fire Marshal works closely with other agencies, to include various ESD, volunteer, and municipal
fire departments, the Bexar County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement/ public safety
agencies to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Bexar County from the threat of fires,
explosions, and other natural or manmade hazards, through the enforcement of Texas State
Law, the Bexar County Fire Code, and related Commissioners Court Orders and public
education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As directed by the Fire Marshal, enforces Texas State Law, the Bexar County Fire Code,

and Commissioners Court Orders in order to prevent fires, explosions and other
hazardous conditions; and in order to mitigate fire, explosive, and life-safety hazards

• Collaborates with and assists all other federal, state and local law enforcement, public

safety, and regulatory agencies as directed

• Attends seminars, training classes, and in-service training as required by state law and

other certification authorities

• Conducts training sessions, briefings, and safety classes for firefighters, law enforcement

officers, county employees, the general public, elected/appointed officials, department
heads and other agencies as directed

• Enforce laws, maintain order, and arrest violators pursuant to Bexar County Fire Marshal

Office (BCFMO) Policy and the Code of Criminal Procedure (applies to Peace Officer
applicants only)

• Issues Notices of Violation and Citations for violations of state law, and Commissioners

Court Orders; issue Fire Marshal Orders, and Subpoenas as required

• During major emergencies, as directed by the Emergency Management Coordinator

(EMC), or during activation of the Emergency Operation Center (EOC) assists with
functions of emergency management/homeland security which may include responding to
and mitigating emergencies, and coordinating emergency operations/activities as directed

• Conducts investigations of all fires or explosions resulting in significant damage to

property, death or serious bodily injury to person(s) and of all offenses relating to arson
and related offenses and of the criminal/hazardous use of explosive materials in
unincorporated areas of the county, and in other areas when properly requested to do so

• Gathers information and collects evidence to determine the origin and cause of the fire

and to determine whether or not a crime was committed

• Compiles and prepares concise, timely and complete written reports of all fires and if

necessary review, prepare, and present documentation for judicial proceedings; provides

authorization permits have been obtained; completes threat/hazard assessments and
other protective operations as directed

• Performs related duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate
• Basic knowledge of relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures, policies, regulations and

laws relating to fire protection, fire prevention, code enforcement, and fire/explosion
investigation

• Ability to represent the County in a professional and effective manner; ability to

communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; ability to pay attention to detail,
cooperate with others, maintain composure, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior,
in difficult situations; ability to take on responsibilities and challenges; ability to calmly and
effectively respond to a wide variety of stressful/emergency situations in order to lead or
assist in the mitigation of any life-safety threat; ability to organize and establish a single or
Unified Incident Command Structure; ability to maintain effective working relationships
with coworkers, Elected/Appointed Officials, Department/Division Heads, County
employees, government agencies and the general public

• Certifications necessa[Y. to obtain and maintain emRloyment:

o Must maintain required continuing education for both the Texas Commission on Fire

Protection (TCFP), and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) (For
Peace Officer Applicants)

o Must be able to meet the department's initial firearms qualification course and then
to maintain firearms proficiency annually with issued service weapon (for Peace
Officer Applicants only)

o Must be certified as a Basic Fire Inspector (including Fire Inspector 1, Fire Inspector
2, and Plans Examiner 1) by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) at
time of application; and/or

o Must be certified as a Basic Fire Investigator the Texas Commission on Fire
Protection (TCFP) at time of application; and

o Must have IS-100, IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 certifications at time of application;
and

o Must complete the BCFMO Field Training program within 1 year of hire.
o Must become Basic Peace Officer Certified from TCOLE or eligible for certification

in order to achieve eligibility for career path advancement.
o Applicants applying for a Fire/Arson Investigator position must have a Basic Peace

Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
o Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license, motor vehicle liability

Working Environment and Physical Demands:
• Working conditions are both indoor and outdoor; construction job-sites, burned-out

following basic safety precautions

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as damp/wet surfaces,

cramped areas, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or
loud noises.

• Occasionally moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Will frequently communicate with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply on/ine
at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-
2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with

disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: Position #2022-00356
httP. ://www.bexar.orgL.brL FIRE/ARSON INVESTIGATOR - FIRE MARSHAL'S

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211 5. Flores Street
San Antonio, TX 78204

Fire/ Arson Investigator - Fire Marshal's Supplemental Questionnaire

• 1. Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

1.J High School Diploma or G.E.D
1.J Associates Degree
i..J Bachelor's Degree
CJ Master's Degree
1...l None

• 2. Are you able to maintain required continuing education for both the Texas

Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP), and Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
(TCOLE) (For Peace Officer Applicants)?

Uves
i.J No

• 3. Are you able to meet the department's initial firearms qualification course and then to

maintain firearms proficiency annually with issued service weapon (for Peace Officer
Applicants only)?

• .J Yes

,.J No

• 4. Do you acknowledge you must be certified as a Basic Fire Inspector (including Fire

Inspector 1, Fire Inspector 2, and Plans Examiner 1) by the Texas Commission on Fire
Protection (TCFP) at time of application?
,.J Yes
·.J No

• 5. Do you acknowledge you must be certified as a Basic Fire Investigator the Texas

Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) at time of application?

.J Yes
!..J No

• 6. Do you have have 15-100, 15-200, 15-700 and IS-800 certifications at time of

application?

U Yes
U No

• 7. Do you acknowledge you must complete the BCFMO Field Training program within 1

year of hire?

U Yes
;.J No

• 8. Are you able to become Basic Peace Officer Certified from TCOLE or eligible for

certification in order to achieve eligibility for career path advancement?

U Yes
.J No

• 9. Do you acknowledge applicants applying for a Fire/Arson Investigator position must

have a Basic Peace Officer license from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement?

,.J Yes
,.:J No

• 10. Do you possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license, motor vehicle liability

insurance and personal injury insurance?

,.J Yes
U No

• 11. Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the

Bexar County Fire Marshal's Office?

;.J Yes
U No

• 12. Are you able to don department issued personal protective equipment such as

ballistic armor and personal air purifying respirator?
1.J Yes
i.J No

• 13. Are you able to work shift-work and work more than 40 hours during a workweek?

,..] Yes
U No

• 14. Are you available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, unless on approved leave or by

authorization?

U Yes
;.J No

• 15. Are you able to assume command of major emergency incidents until properly

relieved?

• Yes

0 No

• 16. Do you have available transportation during the entire workday?

0 Yes

• No

• 17. Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen

test?

• Yes
• No

• Required Question