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FIRE INVESTIGATOR I

Salary

$60,151.26 - $84,991.66 Annually

Location

Asheville, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-01628

Department

Asheville Fire Department

Division

Fire Marshal

Opening Date

07/11/2025

Closing Date

7/21/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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Summary

The City of Asheville will hold a competitive assessment process in order to establish a promotional eligibility list of fire specialist(s) to potentially serve in the position of Fire Investigator I. This position is being reposted with updated credentials due to the inability to fill vacancies with the previous post.

The Fire Marshal's Office division is responsible to manage the department's Community Risk Reduction efforts. The purpose of this position is to perform a comprehensive investigation of fires or explosions to determine the cause and origin of these events as part of the overall CRR efforts and prevention of these events in the future. Responsible for understanding the behavior of fire and determining the cause of all types of fires. Investigates site, collects evidence, and prepares reports for educational purposes, code enforcement, court cases or investigating body. Personnel in this position will also perform follow up investigations, prepare to testify in court, and assist in coordinating activities with other agencies. Personnel in this position will also prepare documents and evidence from the scene, which includes drawings, samples, photographs, interviews, and other investigative methods to properly document the incident. This position will also require delivery of public education and code enforcement duties.

Application and Notification:

Candidates must apply by completing and submitting a City of Asheville online application through the NEOGOV system at www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs (Internal candidates can select "Internal Opportunities") no later than July 21 , 2025, at 1700 hrs. Applicants are not required to upload any documentation of minimum eligibility requirements into the NEOGOV system. Documentation of minimum eligibility requirements will be submitted directly to the process manager.

The promotional process kickoff meeting will be communicated to all applicants after the application process ends.

This is an internal position only and only qualified current employees of the Fire Department will be considered.

Typical Work Schedule: This position may be assigned to a 24-hour shift or may be assigned to a city business weekday schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilites

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Performs fire scene origin and cause investigations.

+ Take photographs of damage and evidence related to causes of fires or explosions to document investigation findings.

+ Utilizes computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet, file maintenance, and/or database programs to enter, store, and/or retrieve information.

+ Maintains level of physical fitness required by the City.

+ Checks plans and specifications for proposed installation to ensure the codes and ordinances have been followed.

+ Attend City Council, City Planning and Zoning, or other City meetings for managing overcrowding issues; attend other special events as required for fire code compliance.

+ Provide assistance to company and chief officers.

+ Interview witnesses, property owners, and building occupants to obtain information and sworn testimony.

+ Maintaining continuing education requirements to keep current and maintain certifications.

+ Performs research as requested.

+ Communicates with affected parties regarding fire investigations.

+ Issues citations as required.

+ Prepares and maintains related records and reports.

+ Presents educational programs to audiences, which may include children, elderly, and general public.

+ Investigates compliance with the City's codes and ordinances .

+ Acquires training through online courses, on the job, and courses offered at the National Fire Academy.

+ Analyze evidence and other information to determine probable cause of fire or explosion

+ Stays current with applicable codes, standards, and ordinances.

Education and Experience

Qualifications: All Requirements Met by July 21, 2025

Current Rank of Senior Firefighter

Possession of the following professional certificates issued by the State of North Carolina or other as indicated:

Current Rank of Senior Firefighter

Class C Driver’s License

Firefighter

EMT

Fire Inspector 1 + Probationary Fire Inspector Level 2 OR Fire Inspector 1 Course + Law and

Administration + Probationary Fire Inspector Level 2

Fire Life Safety Educator I -Preferred - Will be required to obtain certification if offered the position

ICS 100/200

ICS 700/800

NC CFIT or NFA Fire Investigation Course - Preferred - Will be required to obtain certification if offered the position

IAAI CFIT

CPS Technician - Preferred - Will be required to obtain certification if offered the position

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

+ Basic knowledge of principles and terminology for the field can be learned on the job.

+ General knowledge of learned procedures, practices, routines to deal effectively with routine work. Advanced knowledge of procedures and practices to analyze and resolve unusual or difficult problems.

+ Thorough knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of the analytical, technical or professional discipline.

+ Comprehensive understanding of the field and application of advanced principles, techniques and theory.

Skills:

+ Ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.

+ Ability to conduct research of existing, internal policies and procedures

+ Ability to compile data into a formal report or recommendation shared with others and often verbally presented.

+ Ability to think creatively in all areas for the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.

+ Ability to research program documents and narrative materials, and develop reports from information gathered.

+ Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.

+ Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

+ Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.

+ Ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution.

+ Performs other similar duties as required.

About us: The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched by its diversity. The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer. The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .

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Employer

City of Asheville

Address

City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

Phone

828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

Website

http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs