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Deputy Fire Inspector Special Events

Harris County

Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 37 - 44

Posted: 29 August 2026 (7 days ago)

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

Position Overview:
The Special Events Fire Inspector position is a specialized assignment within the Harris County Fire Marshals Office (HCFMO) Prevention Bureau responsible for identifying evaluating inspecting and documenting special events occurring throughout Harris County. The Special Events Team consists of inspectors operating on staggered schedules to provide seven-day coverage and support events occurring during normal business hours evenings weekends and holidays.

Special events present unique and rapidly changing fire and life-safety challenges. Inspectors assigned to this team must possess a strong working knowledge of the adopted International Fire Codes (IFC) applicable NFPA standards operational permitting requirements means of egress occupant loads tents and temporary structures cooking operations fire protection systems emergency access crowd management flammable and combustible liquids generators temporary electrical installations and other hazards commonly associated with temporary events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct Inspections:
- Perform field inspections of festivals fairs concerts sporting events community events temporary gatherings markets carnivals large assembly events and other special events within HCFMO jurisdiction.
- Ensure quality accuracy and timely completion of assigned tasks complaints process including program management in accordance with HCFMO policies and procedures.
- Proactively identify special events occurring throughout Harris County that may require an HCFMO operational permit inspection or fire and life-safety evaluation. This position requires inspectors to actively seek out events and potential compliance issues rather than relying solely on assigned inspections or permit applications.
Enforcement Compliance:
- Investigate complaints so that complaint information is recorded the complaint process is initiated and the complaint is resolved or forwarded to a supervisor when required.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Perform administrative functions in accordance with policies and procedures to include completing reviewing and maintaining records and reports; and developing summary data reports as required.
Training and Development:
- Participate in training programs to enhance skills and maintain and/or pursue certifications in specific areas such as project management quality assurance or technical specialties.

Other Duties:

Perform as a member of an Incident Management Team during emergency or disaster situations.
Maintain situational awareness of all HCFMO activities.
Serve on committees boards or other teams as assigned by the Fire Marshal or designee.
Perform assigned tasks safely and document and report initial accidents injuries or health exposures in accordance with accepted safety practices and HCFMO policy.
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 as a list of 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

Experience and Experience:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
Verifiable one (1) year customer service experience.

Licensure:

At the date of hire possess a valid drivers license State of Texas Class C.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Have a mastery-level knowledge of recognized standards codes and laws for fire inspections and identification of fire and life safety hazards including LGC. 352.016.
Strong knowledge of fire safety codes regulations and standards.
Excellent observational and analytical skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with computer applications and inspection tools.
Knowledge in various areas relevant to the HCFMO
Possess a valid drivers license State of Texas Class C
Knowledge of Incident Management such as the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and within one year provide proof of completion of ICSand 800
Knowledge of Plans examination and the ability to obtain TCFP certification as a plan examiner within one year

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.

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).

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 Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) Certification as a Basic Peace Officer or higher.
Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification as a Fire Inspector I and II (Basic).
Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification as a Fire Service Instructor.
Current Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Certification as a Fire Investigator.
Current International Code Council (ICC) Certification(s).
Current National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification(s).
If applicable must successfully obtain the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Plans Examiner Certification within (1) year of employment.
Within one (1) year of appointment provide proof of completion for NIMS IS-700 IS-800 IS-100 IS-200 ICS-300 ICS-400

General Information

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 obey all federal state and local laws.

Staff members are expected to conduct themselves as professionals.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Regular Full-time
Alternate Work Schedule:
- These positions are assigned an alternate work schedule based on the operational needs of the Special Events Program. The normal workweek is 40 hours; however because special events routinely occur after normal business hours at night on weekends and on holidays employees assigned to these positions are subject to flex time and alternate work hours.
- The three positions will operate on staggered schedules to provide seven-day-a-week coverage while generally providing each employee two scheduled days off per week.
- Schedules may be adjusted based on event schedules staffing requirements and operational needs.
- Normal duty hours are but employees may flex their start and end times when assigned to evening or late-night events as directed by supervisors.
- After-hours weekend and holiday assignments are considered a normal and expected function of these positions and may occasionally occur.
  - Example Staggered Schedule:
    - Position: Special Events Position 1 & 2
      - Regular Workdays: TuesdaySaturday
      - Regular Days Off: SundayMonday
      - Normal Hours:
    - Position: Special Events Position 3
      - Regular Workdays: ThursdayMonday
      - Regular Days Off: TuesdayWednesday
      - Normal Hours:
  - This staggered schedule ensures that at least one Special Events employee is regularly scheduled every day of the week with overlapping staffing during higher-demand periods. Supervisors may modify individual schedules start/end times or days off to accommodate scheduled events evening or late-night operations holidays major events or other operational requirements while maintaining the established workweek.