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Organization:Mississippi Forestry Commission
Location:Jackson, Mississippi
Job Description:
CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK:
This is fire and arson investigation field work in the highly technical and specialized field of criminal investigation which requires the exercise of independent judgment in the handling of cases for the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The incumbent is responsible for obtaining evidence as to the cause and origin of wildland fires. The work includes investigating wildland fires where there is suspicion of arson or damage to property has occurred or personal injuries related to a wildfire has occurred or determine cause/origin, examining physical evidence at the scene of the fire, questioning suspects and witnesses, and assisting other fire officials and law enforcement officers in obtaining information as to the origin of fire. General supervision is received from an administrative superior.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Examples of work performed in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following: Investigates wildland fire scenes where the cause of the fire is arson, of a suspicious nature, undetermined, or a death, injury or property damage resulted from the fire. Collects and preserves evidence; sends samples collected to laboratory for analysis. Interviews witnesses and interrogates suspects when the crime of arson is confirmed. Secures background information on suspects from financial institutions, employers, neighbors, and criminal records. Testifies in criminal or civil court as an expert witness in the field of wildland fire investigation. Prepares comprehensive investigative reports which detail the facts and circumstances of a case for use by local authorities in the prosecution of arson suspects as outlined by state statute. Conducts prevention activities for local groups and rural communities. Assists in training new employees on prevention, suppression activities and fire cause determination. Interacts with local communities, volunteer fire departments to promote wildfire safety and prevention in the Wildland Urban Interface. Complies with all EEO and Civil rights requirements. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.
Special Requirements:
Applicants must possess a current State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certificate or have graduated from the Mississippi Law Enforcement Academy.
Applicants will be required to pass a physical examination before appointment at the applicant's expense.
Applicants must not have been convicted by any state or by the federal government of any crimes, the punishment for which could have been imprisonment in the federal or state prison or institution; nor have been convicted of sufficient misdemeanors to establish a pattern of disrespect for the law.
Documentation Required:
Transcript to verify required course work, when applicable. Valid copy of State of Mississippi Law Enforcement Professional Certificate. Copy of valid State of Mississippi Driver's License or a valid Driver's License from a contiguous state.
Required Education:
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in criminal justice, law enforcement, pre-law or related field;
Required Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in either fire prevention work, fire fighting, criminal investigation, arson investigation and/or the interrogation of witnesses and suspects
Salary:
$32,886.91
Apply By:5/24/2012
Mailing:
Completed applications and any additional documentation should be submitted online through the Mississippi State Personnel Board’s website at www.mspb.ms.gov. Hard copies can also be mailed to: Mississippi State Personnel Board, 210 East Capitol Street, Suite 800, Jackson, MS 39201. Be advised that mailed copies may result in longer processing times. In order for all State and/or Federal requirements to be met, the MS State Personnel Board will accept all applications and place eligible applicants on the appropriate list. This list will then be routed through the Forestry Commission’s Human Resources Department to the appropriate location for action.
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