Job Description

Description

The Nebraska State Fire Marshal currently has one open position for a Fire Investigator. The position requires residency to be located within the following Nebraska geographic area: NE Hwy 2 Corridor in the Otoe County area (Preferably Syracuse) as determined by the Agency. Under general supervision the position will enforce all state laws relating to the suppression of arson, conduct investigations of cause, origin, and circumstances of fires, and perform related work as required. Candidate must successfully complete the Nebraska Law Enforcement certification program within a time frame established by the Investigations Chief, if not already certified.

Before we dive into what we need, let us show off what you get!

• 12 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that\'s not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 83% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $40,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Will be required to work on weekends, holidays, and hours outside the normal 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m Monday through Friday.

Examples of Work

Investigate fires for origin and cause, circumstances and the possibility of arson. Gather evidence for possible court appearances in arson, related fire offenses, and insurance fraud cases; investigate post-blast explosive incidents; serve as a witness in cases to prosecute offenders. Serve as witness in civil litigation related to fire scene examinations. Write and submit reports regarding all investigations to ensure proper records are maintained in compliance with established rules and regulations. Interpret state and federal regulations to provide local fire departments, law enforcement agencies, institutions, and the public with technical assistance in all areas of fire prevention. Complies with superior officers directions to respond to any type of emergency. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Qualifications / Requirements

REQUIREMENTS: Training or experience in fire service, fire science, building construction, code enforcement, regulation enforcement, engineering or architecture AND a valid driver\'s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation. Some positions in this class may require law enforcement certification.

PREFERRED: Minimum two year degree in Fire Science or related field. Fire service background. Law Enforcement background. Training or experience in fire service, fire science, building construction, code enforcement, regulation enforcement, engineering or architecture AND valid drivers\' license. For positions that require law enforcement certification, applicants must meet the following requirements (set by state statute 81-1410 and Title 79 Chapter 8 of Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice rules and regulations) for admission to the training academy: must be a U.S. Citizen prior to completion of certification training; reach the age of 21 prior to completion of training; be fingerprinted to permit search for and disclosure of any criminal record; possess valid motor vehicle operator or chauffeur license; have vision correctable to 20/30 and no evidence of irreversible disease which will affect person\'s sight; pardoned from or free of conviction by any state, the United States or foreign government of a crime punishable by imprisonment in a penitentiary for a term of one year or more or has had such conviction overturned or reversed by court of competent jurisdiction; possess good character as determined by thorough background investigation; is a (i) a high school graduate or (ii) possess a general educational development certificate and (iii) is able to read, write and understand the English language at the eleventh grade level; not been convicted of driving while intoxicated or under the influence in the two years immediately preceding admission; has been examined by a licensed physician within one year prior to admission and certified by the physician to have met the physical requirements, as determined by the Police Standards Advisory Council, necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a law enforcement officer and successfully complete the requirements for training; has not worked as a law enforcement officer for the current law enforcement agency for more than one year including the time required for certification training, or has been granted a waiver based on extreme hardship by the Council; has not received a punitive discharge from the United States Armed Forces; has not been denied certification status or had certification revoked or currently suspended in this state or another jurisdiction; has not been convicted of any crime involving the threat of or actual use of physical violence that would constitute a Class I misdemeanor in this state; has not been convicted of any crime involving the threat of or actual sexual assault or abuse; has not been convicted of any crime of physical violence or sexual assault against a child or children; has not been adjudged or convicted of a crime of domestic violence as defined in the United States Code, 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(9), that would disqualify him/her from possessing a firearm

OTHER: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver\'s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: fire behavior, fire suppression, and investigation procedures; structural design and construction; electrical wiring; codes regarding the storage, sale, and use of consumer and display fireworks. Apply the required knowledge to complete accurate, concise fire investigations including completing reports. Ability to work independently. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups by person, telephone, computer, email, or correspondence to exchange information and ideas. Understand and apply instructions. Establish and maintain good working relationships. Be self-motivated and work independently with limited supervision.

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