Salary : $52,851.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location : Victoria, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 23-00426
Department : Fire
Division : Fire Marshal
Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
JOB SUMMARY
The Fire Prevention Specialist conducts technical work in the fire prevention program. Educates and informs the public about fire hazards. Handles building plan reviews, fire protection system plan reviews, systems tests, apparatus access issues, and other fire prevention and code enforcement concerns. Perform various related duties, including safety inspections of department equipment, personnel, and facilities.
- Commitment of 3 years within the position beyond date of transfer or hire.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in planning and implementing the fire and arson prevention and public fire education program.Inspect commercial, industrial and residential establishments, for existing or potential fire hazards and order correction of dangerous conditions.Receive complaints on fire hazards, investigate them, and recommend or order methods of correction.Inspect schools for fire hazards, conduct fire drills, and give talks to students on fire hazards and drill procedures.Collaborate with inspectors or field service workers of other municipal departments when making inspections to correct or remove hazards involving structural, electrical, and utility service safety.Collaborate with private contractors and / or private business owners when making inspections to correct or remove hazards involving structural, electrical, and utility service safety for new or existing construction.Prepare reports of inspections and maintain files on all records.Review site and building plans, note code violations and make recommendations for changes.Review fire protection systems plan, note deficiencies and make recommendations for improving systems.Inspect, review and test fire protection systems.Interact with officials of all departments involved in regulating construction and use.Coordinates safety inspections of department equipment, apparatus and facilities.Assist building inspectors with building code type compliance actions.Review and interpret plans, specifications, environmental, and / or technical reports.Document incident information and fire reports accurately and timely.May be required to utilize principles of supervision, interact with management, and assist with delegation of authorityRegular attendance at work and arrives on time.Performs all other job-related duties as assigned.PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The employee must frequently lift and move up to 15 pounds, traverse uneven and slippery surfaces, and may be required to climb ladders, Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, co-peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee performs work indoors and outdoors with exposure to various outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places; occasionally exposed to wet and humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level is usually moderate.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma requiredMinimum 1 year of college credit preferredExperience
Prior experience preferredLicense & Certifications
Valid Class C Driver's LicenseTCFP Fire Inspector Certification preferredCompletion of Fire Inspector Certification course and pass the TCFP Fire Inspector exam within timeline established by the departmentInternal candidates must possess a TCFP Basic CertificationKnowledge & Skills
Applicable local, state, federal laws, and ordinances.Ability to read and interpret codes and other legal documentsAbility to make sound decisions that align with the job dutiesProficient in operating assigned equipmentKnowledge of building construction practices and electricity propertiesEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the publicAbility to function with minimum supervision and complete assignments in a timely and organized mannerThe City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to : health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2 : 1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.
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Are you 18 or older?
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Do you have at least 1 year of college credit?
Do you have prior experience in fire prevention?
Which of the following best describes your familiarity with fire prevention codes and department protocols and procedures?
I have a thorough understanding and have applied them in applicable situations.I have basic knowledge but limited hands-on experience.I have no prior experience with codes.When faced with a difficult decision on the job, how do you ensure your choice is well-informed and aligned with your responsibilities?
I gather relevant information, consider possible outcomes, and make a decision based on rules and regulationsI defer the decision to my supervisor, as I prefer not to make decisions on my ownI quickly make a decision based on my initial judgement to avoid delaysHow do you ensure that you are proficient in operating the equipment assigned to you on the job?
I review manuals, attend training sessions, and ask for feedbackI rely on previous experience and intuition to operate the equipment without additional training or reviewI only operate the equipment when necessary and avoid using it unless instructedCan you lift 15 pounds as required for this role?
Yes, I can meet this physical requirementNo, I can lift lighter weightsNo, I am unable to meet this requirementHave you previously worked in an outside environment with various weather conditions?
Yes, I regularly work in this kind of environmentOccasionally, I have worked in such environmentsNo, I have not worked in these conditions beforeHow would you build positive relationships with contractors and business owners while ensuring safety standards are met?
By clearly communicating safety standards and working together to find solutionsBy enforcing regulations without much discussionBy minimizing interaction and relying on internal teamsHow would you approach working effectively with officials from other departments?
I would follow supervisory orders while collaborating to achieve common goalsI would follow orders and focus solely on my responsibilitiesI would stick to my tasks and avoid interaction with other departmentsDo you have a TCFP Fire Inspector Certification?
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Salary : $52,851 - $65,000
