Lieutenant - Fire/Arson Investigations

The Lieutenant in the Investigation Bureau holds the crucial role of shift commander for their designated group. Key responsibilities of this position include maintaining operational readiness ensuring prompt and effective responses to incidents and overseeing the administration of their group. Additionally Lieutenants are tasked with managing specific special projects assigned to them.

In their day-to-day operations Lieutenants lead and supervise sergeants and investigators guiding them in operational readiness incident response conducting investigations and providing support services essential for these functions. A significant aspect of their role involves enforcing agency and county policies and procedures ensuring that all activities and operations within their shift comply with established standards and guidelines. Overall the Lieutenants position demands a blend of leadership administrative acumen and investigative expertise making them pivotal in the effective functioning of the Investigation Bureau.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Supervision:
  • Provide high-level supervision and leadership to multiple teams resources and personnel within the HCFMO.
  • Ensure that daily and long-term objectives are met.
• Operational Coordination:
  • Oversee and manage the activities related to the Agency through effective resource management deployment and support in alignment with HCFMO policies procedures and strategic goals.
• Strategic Planning:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans to improve operational efficiency personnel development and public safety initiatives.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align team activities with the agencys goals.
• Incident Management:
  • Manage applicable HCFMO services at emergency incidents and assigned non-emergency events as needed.
  • Coordinate response teams collaborate with other emergency services and ensure the safety of personnel and the public.
• Administrative Oversight:
  • Manage and oversee all reporting record-keeping and documentation for multiple teams.
  • Ensure compliance with deadlines legal requirements and internal policies.
• Budget Management:
  • Assist in budget planning and management for respective branches or units.
  • Ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively within the budget constraints.
• Policy and Procedure Development:
  • Assist in the development review and implementation of HCFMO policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards across all units.
• Training and Development:
  • Develop and implement training programs to improve the technical and leadership capabilities of Sergeants and other team members.
  • Ensure personnel are up to date with relevant certifications and training.
• Community Engagement and Public Relations:
  • Represent the HCFMO at public meetings community events and other engagements.
  • Work with the public to promote fire safety prevention and awareness campaigns.
• Performance Management:
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of Sergeants and other subordinate staff.
  • Provide feedback recommend promotions and handle disciplinary actions when necessary.

• 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 list all duties that may be performed temporarily outside an employees normal line of work.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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