POSITION SUMMARY:The Fire Prevention Officer, is a member of the City of Branson Fire Department, and performs work consisting of technical and specialized fire code inspections, fire safety education program presentation, and fire cause determination at fire incidents. This position also performs an eclectic set of varying duties within the scope of the Fire-Rescue Service that may change daily and as assigned. This position works under the direct supervision of the Division Chief of Technical Services and indirectly by the Assistant Fire Chief or Fire Chief.
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
WORK HOURS: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4:30pm: Some After Hours
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Please click on this link for the full job description.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING
High School graduate or GED equivalent is required.
At least four (4) years of full-time experience with a municipal fire department or fire district is required.
Current certification by the Missouri Division of Fire Safety or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) in the following: Firefighter I & II, and NIMS 100, 200, 300, 700 and 800, Fire Inspector I or II, Fire Officer I or II and Fire Investigator is required.
A certification as a Medical First Responder is required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire date.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Certification as a Missouri Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Vision must be correctable to 20/40; must pass the Ishihara color vision test and/or be able to recognize the colors of traffic signals and devices showing red, green and amber; and must meet established hearing standards as outlined in NFPA 1582.
Must possess no felony convictions, and have no serious misdemeanor convictions within the past five (5) years.
Must possess no felony convictions relating to arson, fraud, extortion or other crimes relating to the construct of the position.
Tattoos, Scarification, Body Art, and Body Modificationsmust meet City of Branson Employee Appearance at Work policy, to view our policy clickHERE.
Must be highly engaged in the department's goals and be able to work cooperatively with the Community Development Leadership team in achieving those goals.
Must possess a high degree of integrity, strong work ethic and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service to those of internal or external to the department.
Must be insurable under the City of Branson's motor vehicle coverage when operating a vehicle as a part of the position
Must be able to pass a background investigation, drug and alcohol screenings, as well as post-offer medical evaluation and annual physical examination.
