Fire InvestigatorUnder direct or indirect supervision, assists the Office of Emergency Services and the Hays County Fire Marshal in conducting fire inspections and/or fire investigations.Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, include the responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics listed below. This list of responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Responsibilities:Investigates and determines cause, origin, and circumstances of fires in accordance with Chapter 352 of the Local Government Code.Investigates any incident that relates to explosives, explosions or any damage caused by an explosive or explosions in accordance with Chapter 352 of the Local Government Code.Enforces all state and county regulations or laws that relate to fires, explosions, or damages of any kind caused by fire or explosions in accordance with Chapter 352 of the Local Government Code.Enforces all state and local laws.Collects evidence and identifies whether the fire was result of arson, negligent or intentional conduct.Initiates and completes assigned investigation and case reports and related documents.Conducts follow-up investigations.Prepares affidavits for arrest warrants, search warrants and subpoenas and executes them.Prepares cases for presentation to prosecutor's office. Testifies before grand jury, justice of the peace court, state and federal courts.Takes and preserves witness statements, affidavits, and depositions to prepare for the filing of a complaint charging arson, attempted arson, conspiracy to defraud, or any other crime.Documents and takes photographs of fire scene, makes sketches, gathers and preserves evidence. Conducts interviews with witnesses, suspects, and those with interests in the property.Maintains records of investigations.Files criminal citations with the Justice of the Peace in their respective precincts.Conducts fire inspections of businesses and homes to provide information on how to better protect property and life. Schedules and responds to citizen requests for fire inspections. Performs inspections of homes, businesses, schools and other structures. Detects fire hazards and makes recommendations for corrections. Performs timely follow-up inspections to insure compliance. Performs inspections of county owned and leased facilities.Approves fire protection equipment, construction, and fire safety plans for organizations and new construction within the County.Maintains records and reports of inspections.Makes public education presentations.Trains emergency service organizations, community awareness organizations, and emergency responders on fire safety, fire protection, fire investigation, emergency rescue and emergency response.Plans, coordinates and assists with all county fire districts, volunteer fire departments, and other emergency services agencies in relation to fire protection and emergency services functions.Develops strategies and techniques of fire protection and safety that best fits Hays County.Conducts arson investigations any time of the day or night in any type of weather.Maintains all current certification and continuing education requirements through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).Performs other duties as assigned.Education and/or Experience:Two years of coursework form an accredited college or university with a major in fire science, police science, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field and three years of experience in law enforcement or fire protection.Other Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Possess current certification as, at minimum, a Basic Fire/Arson Investigator Certification with the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) within one year of appointment orPossess current certification as, at a minimum, a Basic Inspector license from Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) preferred.Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.Preferred current certification as a Basic Peace Officer License under the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).Ability to maintain continuing education requirements as outlined by TCOLE.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work less than 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Start the day excited to make a differenceend the day knowing you did. Come join our team.Job Summary The Director, Patient Experience works with health system leadership to create a patient-centered culture, resulting in Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) being recognized...
...and Disabilities. In this role, you will be responsible for researching various invisible illnesses to ensure the accuracy of our content. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to showcase your creativity by designing captivating images to accompany our posts and...
A family in Bessemer, Alabama is seeking a part-time elder care provider to offer live-out companion and home care services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing personal care and companionship to our loved one. The family is willing to offer a competitive...
...Job Description Job Description Finish sander/finisher needed for custom Cabinetry and Millwork Shop. We are seeking a spray finisher/finish sander with at least 3 years experience finishing wood products with catalyzed paints, wiping stain, dye stain, and clear...
MANUFACTURING ASSOCIATESTired of being treated like a number instead of a person?You show up, put in the work, and hit your goalsbut no one says thank you. No one notices when you stay late or go the extra mile. If you're ready for a workplace where effort actually matters...