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- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Captain - Prevention

Harris County -
Humble, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$53.26 - $79.44 an hour
11 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Flextime
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Team supervision
High school diploma or GED
Non-CDL Class C

Full Job Description

Position Description

Position Overview:

In the role of Captain within the Prevention Bureau, this senior operational supervisory position is tasked with the management, oversight, and strategic planning of the bureau, including its groups, teams, and resources. Captains provide direct leadership to subordinate supervisors, ensure that organizational objectives are met, and implement both operational and administrative priorities. This position requires the ability to address complex issues, manage high-level incidents, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and assist executive leadership in policy development, resource allocation, organizational improvement, and operational risk management. Successful candidates will demonstrate the capability to think beyond their current responsibilities, lead across organizational boundaries, and contribute to the overall success of the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office. Captains must exemplify the organization's core values and maintain a steady, unwavering commitment to their personnel and the community we serve.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operational Command and Oversight:
- Provide command-level oversight of HCFMO activities across multiple teams or an entire division.
- Ensure that all operations are carried out efficiently and in compliance with relevant regulations and organizational objectives.
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and implement strategic plans that improve performance, streamline operations, and address emerging risks.
- Work closely with senior leadership to align activities with broader HCFMO goals and community safety initiatives.
Incident Management and Emergency Response:
- Serve as a liaison to the Incident/Unified Command during large-scale, complex, or high-risk incidents, including significant fires, hazardous materials incidents, and emergency evacuations.
- Coordinate with other emergency services and governmental agencies to manage resources effectively and ensure public and personnel safety.
Policy Development and Implementation:
- Participate in the development, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures at both the divisional and organizational levels.
- Ensure that all team members are trained and compliant with updated policies, laws, and regulations.
Personnel Management and Development:
- Supervise and mentor Lieutenants, Sergeants, and other personnel within the Agency.
- Oversee personnel development, succession planning, and training to ensure the professional growth of the workforce.
- Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions.
Resource and Budget Management:
- Assist in the development and management of the assigned budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and that operations stay within financial limits.
- Oversee equipment procurement, maintenance, and deployment.
Inter-agency Collaboration:
- Act as a key liaison between HCFMO and external agencies, including relevant County Departments.
- Work to build positive relationships and improve the efficiency of joint operations.
Public Engagement and Education:
- Represent the Fire Marshal’s Office in public forums, meetings, and community events.
- Promote fire prevention, safety, and emergency preparedness through community outreach and public education initiatives, along with participating in work groups, committees, and event attendance.
Risk Management and Safety Compliance:
- Oversee risk management efforts within the division to mitigate operational risks.
- Ensure compliance with all safety standards and laws.
Crisis Management:
- Lead crisis management planning and preparation efforts, ensuring that the division is equipped to handle disasters, emergencies, and large-scale incidents.
- Conduct drills and simulations to improve readiness.
Administrative and Engagement Responsibilities:
- Maintains a high level of professionalism and demonstrates respect toward Harris County employees, contractors, visitors, and community constituents and members.
- Address concerns and provide information to the public when required.
- Perform as a leader and/or member of an Incident Management Team during emergencies 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 document and report initial accidents, injuries, or health exposures in accordance with accepted safety practices and HCFMO policy.
- Conducts all interactions in a manner consistent with the values and expectations of the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office.
- May perform other duties as directed by a supervisor or command staff member.

Other Duties:

The duties listed above are not meant to limit the assignment of work, nor should they be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally performed, or as a list of all duties that may be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected]

Requirements

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
Six (6) years of supervisory experience.

License and Certifications:

Possess a valid Texas Class C Driver's License.
At time of appointment, at a minimum be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (“TCFP”) as a Basic Fire Inspector I and II and Plans Examiner.
- Certifications | Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Within one year of appointment, provide proof of completion for NIMS IS-700, IS-800, IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400.

Additional Position Requirements:

All applicants selected to advance will be required to complete the TCOLE Personal History Statement and Background Investigation Authorization forms before moving forward.
Candidates who possess a TCOLE Basic Peace Officer License or higher will be subject to additional position requirements. (FM Captain, LE)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Leadership & Supervision.
Program Development & Management.
Budget Insight & Management.
Evaluation & Feedback.
Problem Solving.
Adaptability.
Senior Level Decision-Making.
Mentoring & Development.
Interpersonal Skills.
Technical Presentation Knowledge & Skills.
Critical Incident Response.
Situational Awareness.
Knowledge in various areas relevant to the HCFMO.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment always.
Knowledgeable on all local, state, and federal rules and regulations.

NOTICE: Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).

Automatic Disqualification:

Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor
Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years
Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
Family Violence conviction

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Currently holds the rank of Lieutenant or higher within HCFMO.
Texas Commission on Fire Protection "TCFP" Advanced Fire Inspector I, II, Fire Marshal, instructor, and/or Fire Investigator, or higher.
If licensed, holds a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement "TCOLE" Basic Peace Officer or higher.
International Code Council "ICC" Certification.
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies "NICET" Certification.
Public Information Officer experience.
Incident Management Team Experience.
Active Participation in ICC, NFPA, SBC, TCFP, or similar committees.
Budget development or management experience.
Strategic planning experience.
Experience representing an agency before stakeholders, elected officials, public meetings, and/or professional organizations.
Associate degree and twelve (12) years of fire service/code enforcement experience, including six (6) years of supervisory experience; OR
Bachelor's Degree and eight (8) years of fire service/code enforcement experience, including four (4) years of supervisory experience.

General Information

All FMO personnel are expected to maintain high standards of excellence when representing the department in any county-related activity. No personnel shall act or behave, privately or in an official capacity, in such a manner as to bring discredit upon themselves or the Department. Personnel shall obey all federal, state, and local laws. Staff members are expected to conduct themselves as professionals.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Regular Full-time
Monday – Friday | Weekends (if necessary)
- The normal workweek is 40 hours; however, the job is subject to flex time, after-hours, night, holiday, and weekend work, possibly without prior notice.
- Work requires assignments to be performed during normal administrative hours and may be requested to work overtime and weekends for special program events.

Salary:

$53.26 - $79.44 Hourly
Depends on Qualifications | or Subject to HCFMO LE PayScale if applicable.
Based on 26 Pay Periods

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work requires the employee to maintain the necessary physical abilities to perform required job functions. Work requires seeing, standing, walking, sitting, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearing, pushing, pulling, and lifting and carrying weights as shown in the work classification.
Work Classification: Light Work - exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force.
Environmental Exposure: The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Potentially required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to various hazards

Location:

2318 Atascocita Rd, Humble, TX 77396.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave*
Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*

Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

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