$81.24-$81.24 Hourly / $14,081.00-$14,081.00 Monthly / $168,974.00-$168,974.00 Yearly
Under direction from an H034 or H032 Captain, the H024 Lieutenant maintains Department and bureau records; writes and reviews reports and correspondence; enforces policies, procedures, rules and regulations; directs evaluates, counsels and provides training to subordinates; represents the Department to the public and other government agencies; assists with and/or conducts fire investigations; documents and secures physical evidence; assists with the resolution of civil or criminal cases including testifying in court; and performs other related duties as required.
The H024 Lieutenant, Investigation is the mid-management level in the Bureau of Fire Investigation class series. This class reports to the respective H034 or H032 Captain. This class is distinguished from the H034 and H032 Captain by the latter’s responsibility for budget management, policy development, handling of management and labor issues and role as Custodian of Records. It is distinguished from an H022 Lieutenant, Fire Prevention, in the latter’s primary responsibility for the enforcement of fire prevention and suppression codes and standards.
This position supervises H006 Investigators and/or subordinate Fire Department and civilian personnel.
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.
Knowledge of: The Department’s rules, regulations, policies, procedures, bulletins, and training bulletins; City rules, regulations, policies, procedures and bulletins, including the General Orders and Administrative Bulletins, manual and guidebook on managing employee performance and the City’s performance appraisal system, sexual harassment prevention, reporting procedures and requirements, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requirements; Relevant Civil Service rules and regulations; Department manuals related to fire investigation, fire suppression, firefighting, techniques used in fire investigation and in determining origin and cause of fire; Codes, standards, and ordinances related to fire investigation, including Penal Code 832; the San Francisco Fire Code, Evidence Code of California, building codes regarding building construction types and the occupancies associated with various building types, fire and build codes regarding the functions of fire alarm and life safety systems, the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) 921 guide, Kirk’s Fire Investigation reference book, City Fire Investigation Operations Guide, City Building Construction Manual, City Hazardous Materials Operating Guide, the High-Rise Manual, the Transit Manual, the Ventilation Manual and the Hose and Hose Appliances Manual; Parker’s Evidence Code of California; Safe firearm practices; Search and seizure rights and the use of force during an investigation; Agencies who can be called in to assist with an investigation; Fire science and fire behavior; Computer software programs; Bureau computer tracking systems; The uses, capabilities, and limitations of fire investigation, fire suppression, and firefighting equipment; Methods for collecting, securing and maintaining physical evidence from a fire; First aid fire scene resources; Basic chemistry, ignition sequences and arson techniques as they related to investigating origin and cause of fire; Department organizational structure and chain of command; Department policies regarding staffing, time off, personal behavior and appearance protocol; Effective team building, change management, motivation techniques, and performance management; Effective and efficient time and resource allocation; Common, prevalent building violations; Uses, limitations, capabilities and operating characteristics of tools and equipment used in fire investigation; Hazardous materials.
Ability or Skill to: Accurately use firearms and use self-defense and arrest techniques; Operate basic office equipment including computer, peripherals, telephone; Determine origin and cause of fire; Direct and monitor subordinates, manage employee performance ; evaluate and counsel subordinates; Conduct and aid in the conduct of fire investigations; Maintain accurate records and efficiently review documents; Work effectively with others, develop strong interpersonal relationships with subordinates, peers and superiors; Train staff and facilitate professional development; Accurately document and secure physical evidence; Analyze information and reach sound conclusions; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Write logical and accurate reports and correspondence, including creating documents on the computer; Effective allocate resources according to the needs of the situation; Develop and implement department policies and procedures; Foster and maintain effective public and community relations; Expeditiously dispose of civil or criminal cases.
These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification. Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.
Education:
Experience:
Permanent status and successful completion of probationary period in class H00-6 Investigator.
Successful completion of State Fire Marshal Courses Investigation 1A, 1B, and 1C.
License and Certification:
Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license
Substitution:
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To: H034 Captain From: H006 Investigator |
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09/21/09; 01/18/12; 04/11/16; 07/31/19; 09/08/21 |
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To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills & abilities, and minimum qualifications. |
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