Arson Investigator/ Fire Inspector

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience managing or coordinating public programs, fire code enforcement, or safety outreach.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in fire prevention, inspection, investigation, or public education.

• Texas Commission on Fire Protection: Basic Structural Firefighter Certification
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection: Fire Inspector Certification
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection: Fire Investigator Certification
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection: Plans Examiner
• Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) certification
• Texas Commission on Fire Protection: Arson Investigator Certification
• Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certified, or certifiable EMT or higher
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License; Class B preferred

The Arson Investigator/Fire Inspector reports to the Burleson Fire Marshal and assists with leading the Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Division for the City of Burleson. This position serves as a proactive leader in the implementation of strategic risk reduction through education, engineering solutions, enforcement of codes and ordinances, and coordination of emergency response planning. The Arson Investigator/Fire Inspector is expected to be a dynamic communicator, project manager, and community liaison, with a strong emphasis on public engagement, partnership development, and educational outreach. Fire and EMS duties may be assigned during periods of extreme call volume, large-scale incidents, or disasters. Duties include responsibilities for integrated law enforcement and EMS response during active threat incidents, including participation in the Rescue Task Force (RTF) team and other coordinated operations. Duties may also include assisting the Burleson Police Department with law enforcement-related duties as assigned or needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education

• Develop and deliver fire and life safety education programs for schools, businesses, and the public.
• Represent the department at community events, public meetings, and outreach activities.
• Promote safety campaigns using presentations, media, and interagency coordination.

Engineering

• Collaborate with City staff, developers, and contractors to support fire-safe design and construction.
• Assist in plan reviews for buildings and fire protection systems to ensure code compliance.

Enforcement

• Perform fire inspections and investigate code violations in new and existing buildings.
• Issue citations and enforce corrective actions as necessary.
• Assist with fire investigations, evidence documentation, and reporting.

Emergency Response

• Contribute to emergency planning, pre-incident planning, and hazard mitigation efforts.
• Work with operations and emergency management teams to support drills and preparedness.
• Respond to major incidents as needed to assist with investigations or CRR objectives.

Economic Incentives

• Assist with grant applications and support incentive-based safety programs.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead or support CRR initiatives and strategic risk reduction programs.
• Coordinate teams across departments and agencies on targeted safety campaigns.
• Analyze data, track CRR performance metrics, and present findings to leadership and stakeholders.