Fire Captain 1

City of Hickory•Hickory, NC

15h

About The Position

This is a promotional position with the City of Hickory Fire Department. The Fire Captain 1 directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of an assigned work unit, including emergency firefighting and medical incidents, personnel training, and fire inspection functions, to provide fire and life safety protection to the City of Hickory. The position has direct supervision over assigned personnel and is safety sensitive; the employee is included in a random drug testing pool. The Battalion Chief assigns work in terms of very general instructions and spot-checks completed work for compliance and the nature and propriety of the results. The work consists of varied technical and supervisory duties, with emergency response adding complexity. The role's purpose is to manage fire suppression and related activities of an assigned work unit, contributing to the safety of life and property. Contacts include Fire Department personnel, vendors, other emergency service providers, the public, business community members, and city and state officials, typically to exchange information, resolve problems, plan and provide services, and motivate or supervise personnel.

Requirements

At least five years of service with the Hickory Fire Department to test for the Captain 1 position.
Meet all requirements of a Fire Apparatus Operator II or Firefighter III.
Provide a recommendation letter from a Battalion Chief to apply for the Captain 1 position.
Successfully complete the Hickory Fire Department Captain Exam.
Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the North Carolina Fire and Rescue Commission.
Meet or exceed all standards of the most current employee annual performance evaluation; stated for internal applicants only.
North Carolina Class B driver's license.
North Carolina Firefighter I and II certification.
North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification.
North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver certification.
North Carolina Technical Rescue Common Passenger Vehicle certification or equivalent.
NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
North Carolina Hazardous Materials Operations certification.
North Carolina Fire Officer II certification or qualification.
North Carolina Fire Service Instructor certification.
Successful completion of Hickory Fire Department's Officer Candidate School (OCS).
Complete the City of Hickory Supervisory Class within two years of promotion, or when available.
Knowledge of firefighting standards, practices, strategies, tactics, and equipment.
Knowledge of management and supervisory techniques and practices.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal fire codes and city and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage and supervise personnel in day-to-day and emergency situations.
Interpersonal relations and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

North Carolina Rapid Intervention Crew certification.
ICS 300; required to be considered for Captain II.
National Fire Academy Incident Safety Officer certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain readiness of equipment and personnel for immediate emergency response and ensure regular equipment checks are completed.
Respond to emergency incidents in assigned districts and supervise personnel during fire suppression activities and EMS calls.
Plan and conduct company training and monthly in-service training, and provide training for career advancement.
Evaluate the work of assigned personnel.
Conduct fire code inspections and pre-incident fire plans.
Plan and conduct fire education programs for schools and civic groups.
Coordinate fire suppression and emergency response activities with outside agencies and organizations.
Plan and conduct hydrant maintenance and water flow testing.
Complete required incident and activity reports and maintain knowledge of multiple reporting systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned.