Cockrell Hill Fire Marshal's Office
Fire Marshal's Office
Fire or crime in progress? Call 911. The Fire Marshal's Office phone and email are for non-emergency business.
Who we are
We operate as an independent agency and work in close partnership with the Cockrell Hill Fire and Police Departments. Our office is at the Fire House, 1005 Phinney Avenue, alongside the Cockrell Hill Fire Department.
In 2018 the Fire Marshal's Office became a law enforcement agency licensed by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). In 2019 it became a fire department regulated by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).
The Fire Marshal and every deputy, Deputy Fire Marshals and Deputy Marshals alike, are sworn law enforcement officers. Our inspectors and investigators hold their TCFP certifications, including Arson Investigator for those who investigate fires. Our Code Enforcement Officer is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Our work is split between two divisions. The Fire Marshal Division prevents fires and finds out how they start: inspecting businesses, reviewing construction plans, and investigating every fire in the city. The City Marshal Division supports the City and the Municipal Court by serving warrants, securing the courtroom, assisting police on patrol, and enforcing property maintenance codes. The Fire Marshal also serves as the City's Emergency Management Coordinator.
Fire safety education is a shared effort. We work cooperatively with the Cockrell Hill Fire Department so residents and businesses get one consistent message about staying safe.
To protect the lives and property of the citizens of Cockrell Hill through professional fire investigations, diligent code enforcement, proactive fire prevention education, and dedicated law enforcement services. We are committed to serving the community with integrity, ensuring public safety through a specialized and flexible approach to modern law enforcement.
What we do
We work through two divisions that cover a wide range of public safety needs.
Fire Marshal Division
Our Deputy Fire Marshals and Inspectors prevent fires, investigate incidents, and manage community risk.
- Inspections and fire code
- We conduct regular fire inspections of businesses and enforce the International Fire Code so buildings are safe for the public.
- Plan reviews
- We review construction plans so new projects meet fire and life safety standards.
- Fire investigations
- We investigate the origin and cause of every fire in the city. Our officers hold Arson Investigator certifications and are sworn peace officers authorized to investigate arson and related crimes.
- Community risk reduction
- We identify the specific risks in our community and work with residents and businesses to lower the chance of fires and injuries. Fire safety education is a cooperative effort with the Cockrell Hill Fire Department.
- Emergency management
- The Fire Marshal serves as the City's Emergency Management Coordinator. We lead the City's emergency preparedness and response, coordinating resources under the Dallas County All Hazards Emergency Plan during natural disasters, major fires, and special events.
City Marshal Division
Our Deputy Marshals provide law enforcement support to the City and the Municipal Court, and keep community standards up through code enforcement.
- Code enforcement
- We enforce city ordinances on property maintenance, including high grass and weeds, trash, junk vehicles, and substandard structures.
- Warrant service
- We locate and arrest people with outstanding warrants issued by the Cockrell Hill Municipal Court.
- Court security
- We keep the judge, court staff, and visitors safe during court proceedings.
- Community patrol
- We assist the Cockrell Hill Police Department with patrol, traffic enforcement, and parking violations.
Contact the Fire Marshal's Office
Office
- 214-330-6333 (option 1)
- fmo@cockrellhillfire.org
Addresses
Office1005 Phinney Ave, Cockrell Hill, TX 75211
Mailing4125 W Clarendon Drive, Cockrell Hill, TX 75211
Staff
- Fire MarshalEd Woo
- Senior Deputy MarshalBrad Sims
- Deputy MarshalAshlee Wainscott
- Deputy Fire MarshalJosh Hibschman
- Deputy MarshalRip Brown
- Code Enforcement OfficerJesus Trujillo
Forms and records
Most forms are fillable PDFs: type into them, or print them. Email completed forms to fmo@cockrellhillfire.org. Contact the office if you need one in another format.