Sergeant - Emergency Ops
Sergeant - Emergency Ops
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Job Description
Position Description
The Sergeant in the Harris County Fire Marshals Office (HCFMO) plays a pivotal role as the entry-level supervisory position tasked with managing teams or groups within a designated branch or service. The position serves as a front-line supervisor providing leadership direction and oversight to ensure the safe and efficient execution of operational and administrative tasks in line with HCFMO objectives. As a subject matter expert (SME) the Sergeant ensures that their respective team operates in accordance with agency policies and procedures while also focusing on community safety. The position is essential in maintaining public safety protecting property and supporting the well-being of residents in Harris County. The Sergeant works closely with middle management and plays an active role in implementing strategic goals of the Agency ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational efficiency.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supervision and Leadership:
- Provide direct supervision and leadership to team members or other personnel within the assigned branch or service including training evaluating delegating and disciplining.
- Ensure daily activities align with HCFMO goals and objectives.
- Lead and participate in assigned HCFMO operational assignments as necessary.
- Manage and allocate resources efficiently to meet the demands of the unit.
- Perform and maintain accurate and timely records reports and documentation related to team activities.
- Assist in the development of policies procedures and standards.
- Manage applicable HCFMO services at emergency incidents and assign non-emergency events as needed.
- Coordinate response teams collaborate with other emergency services and ensure the safety of personnel and the public.
- Ensure the enforcement of Harris County and HCFMO policies procedures standards and codes.
- Review and implement HCFMO policies in collaboration with middle management.
- Oversee the professional development of team members providing training mentorship and feedback.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and relevant laws standards policies and procedures.
- Work with community members businesses and stakeholders to educate and promote safe fire/life safety practices.
- Address concerns and provide information to the public when required.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of team members providing recommendations for promotions transfers and disciplinary actions.
- Perform other duties as assigned that align with HCFMO policies procedures and strategic vision.
- 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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Requirements
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
- Five (5) years of relevant experience.
OR
- Associates degree from an accredited college or university.
- Three (3) years of relevant experience.
OR
- Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Two (2) years of relevant experience.
AND
- At the time of appointment be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) as a Hazardous Material Technician (Basic).
- At the time of appointment be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) as a Basic Structural Firefighter.
- At the time of appointment be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) as a Level I Instructor.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Supervision & Leadership
- Program Supervision
- Evaluation & Feedback
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Mentoring & Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Incident Response
- Situational Awareness
- Knowledge in various areas relevant to the HCFMO
- Possess a valid driver license State of Texas Class C
- Knowledge of Incident Management such as the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and within one year proof of completion of ICSand 800
Notice: Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian maintenance).
Automatic Disqualification:
- Convictions probation or deferred adjudication for any Felony and any Class A Misdemeanor.
- Convictions probation or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor if within the previous 10 years.
- Open arrest for any criminal offense. (Felony or Misdemeanor)
- Family Violence conviction.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
TCFP Fire Suppression - Advance
TCFP Hazardous Materials Technician Advance
TCFP Fire Instructor II
TX DPS Class B Drivers License
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications
Based on 26 Pay Periods
Work Location:
2326 Atascocita Humble TX 77396
NOTE:All FMO personnel are expected to maintain high standards of excellence when representing the department in any county-related activity. No personnel shall act or behave privately or in an official capacity in such a manner as to bring discredit upon themselves or the Department. Personnel shall obeyall federal state and local laws.Staff members are expected to conduct themselves as professionals
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Employment Type
Full-Time
