Fire Inspector​/Investigator

Under the direction of the Fire Marshal, the inspector/investigator will assist the Fire Marshal in the daily operations of the Community Risk Reduction Division. This position will assist in enforcing the City of Red Oak ordinances and the adopted fire code. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, fire prevention, inspections, plans review, complaint resolution, public fire safety education, fire investigations, code/ordinance enforcement, and community relations.

• Assumes the duties of the Fire Marshal in his/her absence.
• Coordinate fire prevention programs to educate faculty, schools, and local businesses.
• Conducts permit inspections and issues permit in compliance with adopted codes.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports as required.
• Drive assigned apparatus to and from location of emergency calls for service.
• Participate in and/or direct fire drills; attend training sessions that include firefighting techniques, emergency medical care, and the proper use of all equipment and related tools.
• Clean apparatus and equipment and perform general custodial duties as required.
• Represents the City of Red Oak in a professional, appropriate manner always, cultivating good community relations by appearing before civic and community groups.
• Protects classified, confidential, and sensitive information in compliance with HIPPA Privacy Rules.
• Supports the relationship between the city and the public through courteous and cooperative interactions.
• Performs all job duties, tasks, and activities according to work instructions, defined procedures and policies.
• Identifies, records, and reports problems that interfere with completion of job duties, and initiates, recommends, or provides solutions as appropriate.
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly.
• Exemplifies a cooperative attitude and works effectively with others.
• Performs all work activities in a safe manner and follows all safety rules.
• Performs related duties as assigned or required by supervisor.

• High School Diploma
• A minimum of 45 college hours from an accredited college.
• 5 years of paid full-time TCFP experience
• 3 years of fire prevention experience

• NIMS Training 100, 200, 700, 800
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Intermediate Structure Fire Suppression
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Traffic Safety Course
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Courage to be Safe
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Cancer Awareness Training
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Intermediate Fire Inspector
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Intermediate Fire Investigator
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection – Plan Examiner I
• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement – Basic Peace Officer (Preferred)
• Texas Department of State Health Services
  - Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
• Texas Department of Public Safety
  - Valid Class B or Higher Driver License with an insurable driving record.

• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the Department.
• Proficiently apply principles of mechanics and hydraulics as related to operating firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and/or orders.
• Ability to effectively communicate oral and written instructions and/or orders.
• Ability to prepare, maintain, and present a variety of records and reports.
• Ability to positively motivate employees to work efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to utilize knowledge of local geography, including the location of streets, water mains and hydrants, and the major fire hazards of the City of Red Oak Fire Rescue response jurisdiction.
• Proficiently use a variety of vehicles, equipment, tools, and apparatus used in firefighting, rescue, and medical assistance operations.
• Ability to analyze fire and emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Retain presence of mind in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate and maintain radio equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Ability to respond appropriately to requests…