Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Additional Information
Education and Training

Ricardo Emmanuel Dominguez

City of Hidalgo
Hidalgo,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience

Public-safety professional with 15+ years of fire-service experience spanning fire suppression, emergency response, fire prevention, code enforcement, inspections, plans review, fire investigation, and arson-related law-enforcement duties. Certified Basic Peace Officer with hands-on experience conducting interviews, processing scenes, collecting physical and digital evidence, maintaining chain of custody, and preparing investigative and legal documentation. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot supporting public-safety drone operations, including regional SWAT missions, and emergency management operations. Texas Task Force 3 member with Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), swift-water, hazardous materials, and disaster-response capabilities.

Work History

Arson Investigator

8 Years 1 Month
City of Pharr Fire Marshal's Office | 08.2018 - Current
  • Conduct fire and life-safety inspections for commercial, residential, and other occupancy.
  • Perform law-enforcement functions in arson investigations, including suspect and witness interviews, scene processing, evidence collection, and digital-evidence documentation.
  • Maintain evidence integrity through proper documentation and chain-of-custody procedures.
  • Prepare investigative reports and legal documents, including offense reports, booking reports, commitments, warrants, and related case paperwork.
  • Conduct fire and life-safety inspections for commercial, residential, and other occupancies.
  • Perform Certificate of Occupancy and Conditional Use inspections to verify compliance with applicable fire codes and safety requirements.
  • Prepare comprehensive investigative reports and legal documents, including offense reports, booking reports, commitments, warrants, and related case paperwork to support successful prosecutions.
  • Assisted with suspect transport to county detention facilities.
  • Supported the Pharr Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team by documenting incidents, capturing photographs, and collecting insurance information to facilitate effective response and recovery efforts.
  • Operate unmanned aircraft systems under FAA Part 107 certification in support of Pharr Police Department operations and the regional LEERRT SWAT team.
  • Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action in critical situations.
  • Conducted thorough fire scene investigations to determine causes and origins of fires.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to gather evidence and support ongoing criminal investigations.
  • Led community outreach programs to educate the public on fire safety and prevention strategies.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information, ensuring compliance with privacy laws and ethical standards.
  • Utilized state-of-the-art technology such as drones and infrared cameras during investigations to gather crucial data effectively and efficiently from fire scenes.

Urban Search and Rescue / Swift-Water Team Member

Texas Task Force 3 | 2020 - Current
  • Deployed throughout Texas to respond to natural disasters, severe weather incidents, and emergency operations.
  • Assisted in urban search and rescue and swift-water rescue during statewide disaster-response missions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary public-safety team in challenging, rapidly changing operational environments.
  • Participated in State Response Team operations to support disaster response efforts.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Firefighter

15 Years 11 Months
City of Hidalgo | 10.2010 - Current
  • Executed fire suppression, emergency-response support, fire prevention, inspections, and fire investigation assistance to safeguard the community.
  • Responded to emergency incidents, prioritizing protection of life and property.
  • Enhanced departmental readiness through coordinated firefighting, public education, inspections, and emergency response.
  • Operated firefighting apparatus and equipment during training and emergency response.
  • Conducted routine inspections of fire safety equipment and maintained readiness standards.
  • Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action in critical situations.
  • Responded to emergency calls, ensuring rapid assessment and action during fire incidents.
  • Operated firefighting equipment and tools, maintaining readiness for diverse situations.

Firefighter / Fire Inspector / Fire Investigator

4 Years 10 Months
City of Alamo | 10.2013 - 08.2018
  • Executed firefighting, emergency-response, inspection, fire-prevention, and fire-investigation duties to enhance community safety.
  • Conducted fire inspections to ensure compliance with codes for commercial and residential properties, promoting public safety.
  • Assisted in fire-origin investigations and documented incidents to improve community awareness of fire safety.
  • Responded to emergency calls, providing timely assistance to mitigate hazards and ensure public safety.
  • Identified hazards and recommended corrective actions to improve fire prevention practices in various facilities.
  • Conducted thorough investigations to determine fire causes and origins.
  • Analyzed evidence and collected data to support findings and reports.
  • Responding to more then 1,200 emergency calls per year

Education

Basic Peace Officer Certification - Law Enforcement

South Texas College Police Academy | Pharr, TX | 12-2024

Graduated December 2024

Firefighter Academy Graduate - Fire Science

Regional Fire Academy | Pharr, TX | 01-2010

High School Diploma

Hidalgo High School | Hidalgo, Texas | 06-2008

Skills

Fire Origin and Cause Investigations
Evidence Collection and Chain of Custody
Suspect and Witness Interviews
Criminal investigations
Hazardous Materials Response
Drone operations
Search and rescue
Law enforcement coordination
Investigative Reporting

Certification

Basic Peace Officer, FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, Advanced Structure Firefighter, Intermediate Fire Inspector, Basic Arson Investigator, Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, Driver Operator — Pumper, Driver Operator — Aerial, Hazardous Materials Technician, Hazardous Materials Incident Commander,

Languages

English
Spanish

Interests

Interests include family activities
youth sports
flag football
softball
and basketball.

Timeline

Arson Investigator

City of Pharr Fire Marshal's Office
08.2018 - CurrentRead More

Firefighter / Fire Inspector / Fire Investigator

City of Alamo
10.2013 - 08.2018Read More

Firefighter

City of Hidalgo
10.2010 - CurrentRead More

Hidalgo High School

High School Diploma
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Urban Search and Rescue / Swift-Water Team Member

Texas Task Force 3
2020 - CurrentRead More

South Texas College Police Academy

Basic Peace Officer Certification from Law Enforcement
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Regional Fire Academy

Firefighter Academy Graduate from Fire Science
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Additional Information

  • Experienced in interagency coordination with fire departments, law-enforcement agencies, SWAT teams, emergency-management personnel, and state response teams.
  • Strong communication, documentation, teamwork, and community-service skills.

Education and Training

  • Graduate of South Texas College Basic Peace Officer Course (2024)
  • Firefighter Academy Graduate (2010)
  • Hidalgo High School Graduate (2008)
Ricardo Emmanuel Dominguez