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- Paid holidays
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Deputy Hazmat Chief

Williamson County -
Georgetown, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$7,190.80 - $8,269.44 a month

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Fire investigation
Management
Supervising experience
Peace Officer Certification
Teaching
State-specific police officer certification
Law enforcement

Full Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Fire Marshal, responsible for responding to emergency calls that involve fire, hazardous materials, technical response, and emergency operations center needs. Serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Hazardous Materials (HazMat) responses. Performs advanced technical investigative work conducting and coordinating investigations into fires/explosives, weapons of mass destruction, hazardous materials incidents, environmental crimes, public nuisance, and other criminal violations of laws and regulations in unincorporated areas of Williamson County and within municipalities when requested, as well as performs fire inspections. Oversees the County HazMat program and equipment (this is not a staffed HazMat team responses program).

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Responds to all County HazMat team call outs and provides 24/7 (SME) assistance to the incident commander
Maintains all Hazmat contracts and inventory lists and creates an equipment replacement program for all HazMat needs
Provides staff development, coaching, mentoring, and positive reinforcement
Provides direction and guidance to outside Fire Department staff during emergency hazmat calls, as necessary
Ensures the maintenance and renewal of employee certifications and department training facility certifications
Develops measurement tools and data collection methods to assess special operations, focusing on continuous performance improvement
Develops, coordinates, and assists with special operations training for the region
Assists in developing a HazMat education schedule and tracks training hours
Assists in the maintenance of the continuation education program for Williamson County HazMat Operations
Serves as an educational resource for county emergency service groups
Updates the standard operating procedures in coordination with other team members
Serves as liaison to regional response groups
Conducts regular inventory of all county HazMat vehicles, trailers, gear and equipment
Works with the Fire Marshal and regional response teams to evaluate and improve first responder and staff proficiency
Coordinates and maintains all HazMat equipment
Researches, evaluates, tests, and implements new equipment for the department
Identifies areas requiring improvement using standard quality improvement (QI) techniques
Shares QI data, analyses, and process improvement strategies with all staff
Researches and proposes grant equipment through Homeland Security Task Force
Ensures our division meets all National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) requirements for the HazMat program
Researches and proposes grant equipment through Homeland Security Task Force
Assists the Fire Marshal with inspections/code enforcement and fire investigations, as needed
Assists the Fire Marshal with long range budget and system planning
Assists in maintaining the budgets for HazMat operational and training expenses
Processes purchases and documents expenditures
Attends all drills, training, and meetings, as required
Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

Reports directly to – Fire Marshal
Direct Reports – Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to assess emergency scenes and must be able to handle extreme stress in crisis situations.
Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing
Position involves occasional lifting and carrying of up to fifty (50) pounds and exertion of up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force to move objects
Position involves occasionally lifting and carrying up to one hundred and fifty (150) pounds with assistance (i.e. training dummies, chlorine kits, training props)
Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle and emergency equipment under normal and emergency conditions without any equipment modifications specific to any individual operator

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

May be required to work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, cold, and wet conditions
May be exposed to personal and environmentally hazardous conditions

IRREGULAR HOURS

Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
Essential personnel for emergency situations
Regular attendance is required
Required to be on an on-call rotation for HazMat and Fire Investigation callouts

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in a related field with a background Fire Science and eight (8) years of fire service experience including Special Operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Four (4) years of supervisory experience including teaching/training in the fire service field

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Advanced Structure Fire Fighter certification
TCFP Fire Service Instructor level I certification
TCFP Hazmat Technician certification
TCFP Hazmat Incident Command certification
TCFP Fire Officer II certification
TCFP Incident Safety Officer certification
TCFP Fire Investigator
TCFP Fire Inspector
Texas Department of State Health Services Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B)
NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800

Required within one (1) year of employment

Valid Class A non-CDL driver’s license
Honeywell Rae Portable Air Monitor Technician certification
Fire Plans examiner certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Ten (10) years of HazMat Tech experience
TCFP Master Firefighter certification
TCFP Master Fire Investigator certification
TCFP Master Inspector certification
TCFP Level III-Master Instructor certification
TCOLE Basic Peace Officer License

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal background check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
Drug screening: No
Physical exam: Yes
Psychological exam: No
Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

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