Fire Captain (Promotional)

County of Alameda • Dublin, CA

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About The Position

Under general direction, to command a firefighting company and provide direction and supervision to subordinates, typically Fire Engineer and Firefighter(s); provide leadership for and train, inspect, and evaluate subordinates; perform related duties as required. For detailed information about the classification, please click on the link to view the full job description: Fire Captain (#8146) . This job classification serves a one-year probationary period, in accordance with ACFD OAG 24.002.

Requirements

• The equivalent of (5) five years of combined full-time, paid experience as a Firefighter Recruit EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter Lateral EMT or Paramedic, Firefighter, and/or Fire Engineer in the Alameda County Fire Department and successful completion of the Alameda County Fire Department Captain’s Task Book.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license eligible to drive fire apparatus.
• Must be certified as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic.
• Completion, by application close, of the following training classes: ICS300 Command 1A, Command 1B, Command 1C Instructor 1A or Training Instructor 1A Instructor 1B or Training Instructor 1B Investigation 1A Management 1 Prevention 1A and Prevention 1B or the newer Prevention 1 OR CSFM Company Officer Certification OR Company Officer 2A: Human Resource Management for Company Officers Company Officer 2B: General Administrative Functions for Company Officers Company Officer 2C: Fire Inspections and Investigation for Company Officer Company Officer 2D: All Risk Command Operations for Company Officers Company Officer 2E: Wildland incident Operations for Company Officer S290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (Classroom Delivery) Instructional Methodology OR Department of Defense Fire Officer I-V Certification that meets or exceeds NFPA 1021
• Working knowledge of the practices, procedures, and equipment used in fighting fires and in saving lives and property.
• The operation and maintenance of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment.
• Laws, rules, and regulations that govern the Fire Department.
• Hazardous and flammable materials.
• Evidence of arson and the presentation of evidence in court.
• Effective methods of crowd control, building evacuation techniques, and traffic rules.
• Principles of hydraulics and chemistry as applied to fire fighting.
• District geography.
• Basic computer skills.
• Supervise personnel and equipment under emergency conditions effectively.
• Appraise an emergency and initiate an effective course of action quickly
• Maintain discipline and high morale.
• Handle varying amounts of workload and stress effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Memorize the names of streets and the location of water mains, fire hydrants, and fire hazards in a fire district.
• Prepare clear, concise reports, evaluations, and communications using a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of Engine Boss S230/S231 is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• command a firefighting company
• provide direction and supervision to subordinates, typically Fire Engineer and Firefighter(s)
• provide leadership for and train, inspect, and evaluate subordinates
• perform related duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees