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Fire Investigator – Harris County Position Summary A Fire Investigator is certified to investigate the origin and cause of fires or explosions that threaten life, property, or the environment. The investigator reports to a supervisor and may work from either office or field location, depending on assignments. The incumbent has a working knowledge of recognized standards for fire investigations, fire inspections, fireworks, and fire and life safety hazards. Duties and Responsibilities Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations of fire scenes to determine the cause and origin of fires, focusing on suspected arson cases. Properly investigate the origin and circumstances of assigned fires and explosions and determine whether the event resulted from design carelessness or natural causes based on nationally recognized standards. Evidence Collection: Gather and preserve physical evidence, including photographs, samples, and witness statements, to support findings. Documentation and Reporting: Perform administrative functions in accordance with policies and procedures, including completing, reviewing and maintaining records and reports; and developing summary data reports, as required. Provide expert testimony in court regarding findings and methodologies used in investigations. Training and Development: Participate in training programs to enhance skills and maintain and/or pursue certifications in specific areas, such as project management, quality assurance, or technical specialties. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as a member of an Incident Management Team during emergency or disaster situations. Maintain situational awareness of all HCFMO activities. Serve on committees, boards, or other teams as assigned by the Fire Marshal or designee. Perform assigned tasks safely and report initial accidents, injuries, or health exposures in accordance with accepted safety practices and HCFMO policy. Equal Opportunity Employer Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact Special services or accommodations: (713) 274-5445 or ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. Requirements Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational program. Licenses: A valid Texas Class C driver’s license. Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Basic Peace Officer (or higher). Background: Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check that includes fingerprinting. Automatic Disqualification: Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any felony or Class A misdemeanor. Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B misdemeanor within the previous 10 years. Open arrest for any criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor). Family violence conviction. Preferences: Previous experience as a TCFP Fire/Arson Investigator or Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and/or Master Arson Investigator. Within one year of appointment, proof of completion for NIMS IS-700, IS-800, IS-100, IS-200, IICS-300, IICS-400. General Information Position Type and Typical Hours: Regular Full-time; 48/36 hours per week; Various shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays). Schedule: Investigation division provides services 24/7. Investigators assigned a shift and rotate in June. (Shift details omitted for brevity.) Salary: $44.21 - $46.37 hourly, depends on qualifications, based on Harris County and Harris County Fire Marshal's Law Enforcement Salary Structure and Policy; 26 pay periods. Employment contingent upon passing background check and drug screen. Positions may close prior to advertised closing date. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr Harris County

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