Promotional Process
Recruitment #240401-007275-001
Department | Tampa Fire Rescue |
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Open Date | 4/4/2024 08:00:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 5/18/2024 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $116,887.68 - $147,713.28/year |
Type of Recruitment | Departmental |
Please read the entire Job Posting as it will provide important information regarding the application process and promotional exam.
Manages the investigations division; assigns work to subordinates and explains any specific instructions associated therewith; evaluates performance of employees and completes performance evaluations; recommends administration of discipline as warranted; serves as initial respondent to grievances; reviews work of subordinates through field visits and checks of submitted reports and records.
Supervises personnel responsible for determining the origin and cause of fires and conducting latent investigations; reviews cases and determines "probable cause" for arrests when possible and advises investigator accordingly.
As necessary: responds to fire scenes; conducts investigations; and is on-call for responses after hours and weekends and holidays.
Instructs new employees in: fire investigations; State laws concerning arson investigations and rule of evidence; City, State and national fire prevention codes; use of equipment and tools; and, building codes as they relate to fire prevention.
Advises the Fire Marshal regarding matters concerning the division; participates in the development of long- and short-range plans to improve service delivery; assists in developing the budget.
Responds orally and in writing to questions, inquiries and complaints; prepares and submits statistical, narrative and other reports.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge of: effective management and supervisory techniques; pertinent State Statutes regarding the crime of arson and companion crimes; fire investigation techniques; fire prevention and inspection techniques; building materials, construction practices and mechanical systems related to fire prevention, fire suppression and the protection of lives and property from fire; laws, court decisions and legal opinions relating to the investigation and prosecution of arsonists; firefighting principles and practices.
Ability to: assign, schedule, manage, supervise, and review the work of subordinates; conduct and supervise thorough fire and related investigations in compliance with legal and procedural requirements; prepare written and oral reports and impart them effectively; perform work requiring light to moderate physical exertion; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, law enforcement agencies, various government agencies at all levels, and the public.
Twelve (12) years of experience in the Tampa Fire Rescue service including three (3) years as a Fire Investigator (F7) to sit for the exam and be promoted.
Some managerial or supervisory experience preferred.
Possession of: ALL CURRENT LICENSURES AND/OR CERTIFICATES MUST BE ATTACHED WITH THE APPLICATION BEFORE THE FILING DATELINE
A valid Florida driver's license.
Current Florida State certification as a Law Enforcement Officer
Florida State Fire Inspector I Certification
Florida State Fire Inspector II Certification
Successful completion of the Company Officer Class (certificate or proof of course completion)
ICS 300 and 400 Certifications
Evaluation of education and experience
SOURCE MATERIAL FOR EXAM: *** In effect the date of this announcement***
Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG's)
Rules and Regulations
Current Collective Bargaining Agreement
NFPA Fire Officer: Principles and Practice- Enhanced Third Edition ( ISBN: 978-1-284-06836-8)
EXAMINATION FORMAT: Written Test 100%
Education and Seniority points will be added after a score of 60% is obtained. (Submit all applicable degrees, transcripts and certifications with application. All documents must be submitted prior to the posting deadline date/time).
EXAMINATION DATE: August 16, 2024.
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