Fire Captain -Training

Rockdale County, Georgia•Conyers, GA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the management and daily operation of the Training Bureau. Duties may include designing, coordinating, implementing and monitoring training programs, performing duties as an incident Safety Officer and participation in fire suppression activities. Essential Functions: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Coordinates training programs and classes; reads and reviews materials to determine type of training; research implement and develop necessary training programs; schedule and coordinate various training schedules; prepare materials for distribution. Ensures compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1403 standards during live fire training. Serves as an instructor for special programs on classes; assures appropriate level instructor is assigned to teach programs or classes. Monitors weather conditions during hands-on training and ensures safety and health of trainees. Maintains records and reports related to training; administers written tests. Assists in planning, organizing and directing programs in the Training Bureau. Functions as Infection Control Officer for the Fire Division. Conducts quality assurance and prepares departmental reports. Updates the division's emergency services protocols and rehabilitation guidelines. Assists with budget preparation. Additional Duties: Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four (4) years of firefighting experience.
Certified Instructor in Basic Life Support (BLS)and EMT-I according to the State of Georgia.
National Professional Qualifications (NPQ) Board Instructor II certification.
NPQ Evaluator certification.
State of Georgia Class F (non-commercial) driver's license.
Knowledge of the administrative functions of the Fire Division.
Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1403.
Knowledge of hazardous materials and safety officer functions.
Knowledge of laws, ordinances, policies and procedures governing Fire Division operations, principles and practices of planning and organization.
Knowledge of principles of fire behavior and the effect of weather conditions on fires.
Knowledge of principles and practices of technical firefighting subjects sufficient to effectively train and direct staff in the use of equipment in fire tactics, strategy and control.
Knowledge of fire control safety, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of fire prevention techniques.
Knowledge of investigative techniques.
Knowledge of the geographic lay-out of Rockdale County to effectively direct staff and equipment to emergencies.
Knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration as they relate to training, supervising, motivating and evaluating subordinates.
Skill in the use of tools, equipment and apparatus to fight fires, rescue or provide emergency medical care.
Skill in the application of basic emergency medical principles and techniques.
Effectively command as required the operation of an assigned shift.
Ability to assess training needs and plan training programs accordingly.
Ability to retain and recall technical information under stress.
Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents, topographic and road maps.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with technical accuracy in English.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to keep records and answer correspondence with staff and the public with patience, tact and courtesy.
Ability to direct and review the work of subordinates.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with fellow employees and the public.
Ability to serve as a safety officer.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of college coursework in emergency management, emergency medical services, or a related area.
NPQ Fire Officer I and II certifications.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and FIREHOUSE software.
State of Georgia Emergency Medical Paramedic certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Responsibilities

Coordinates training programs and classes; reads and reviews materials to determine type of training; research implement and develop necessary training programs; schedule and coordinate various training schedules; prepare materials for distribution.
Ensures compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1403 standards during live fire training.
Serves as an instructor for special programs on classes; assures appropriate level instructor is assigned to teach programs or classes.
Monitors weather conditions during hands-on training and ensures safety and health of trainees.
Maintains records and reports related to training; administers written tests.
Assists in planning, organizing and directing programs in the Training Bureau.
Functions as Infection Control Officer for the Fire Division.
Conducts quality assurance and prepares departmental reports.
Updates the division's emergency services protocols and rehabilitation guidelines.
Assists with budget preparation.