Fire Captain (Internal Only)

City of Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a promotional opportunity for current City of Loma Linda employees only. Under general supervision, the Fire Captain manages, coordinates, and directs their particular company’s activities, which may include fire prevention, pre-fire planning, fire control, rescue, emergency apparatus and equipment maintenance, Fire Division facility maintenance and supply, training, and record keeping. The role also involves presenting public information and education programs, directing code enforcement activity, and performing other assigned duties. The Fire Captain classification is filled by career public safety personnel in command of fire suppression, fire prevention, or training activity. The Fire Captain is in charge of one of three companies of fire suppression personnel and also carries the functional title of Shift Commander. Depending upon assignment, incumbents may assume responsibilities as Acting Fire Marshal or Acting Operations Officer.

Requirements

• Completion of an A.A. or A.S. curriculum in Fire Science, or equivalent; and four years of progressively responsible experience in fire service, including experience as an Engineer.
• Considerable knowledge of hazardous processes and chemicals; fire behavior and effects; laws, ordinances, regulations, rules and department policies pertaining to public safety operations; fire fighting size up, hose laying, pumping, ventilation, salvage, and clean-up methods and techniques; methods and techniques of supervision.
• Ability to perform, and direct others in the performance of fire operations tasks; prepare and present reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; meet the public in situations requiring diplomacy and tact; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; supervise assigned staff.
• Possession of or ability to obtain certification as a Fire Officer in the State of California.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license with the Firefighter endorsement, and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain and maintain Emergency Medical Technician certification.
• Incumbents must pass a medical examination at time of appointment; and must be eligible for membership in the Public Employees' Retirement System as a safety member.
• Incumbents must be citizens of the United States.
• Incumbents must refrain from smoking tobacco either on or off duty.

Nice To Haves

• Fire Officer certification, or substantial progress toward certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• May respond to alarms and supervise emergency activities as incident commander under ICS until relieved by a superior officer; may operate fire apparatus.
• Manages and directs company operations and activities including fire control, rescue, emergency medical care, company training, fire prevention, fire investigation, pre-fire planning, public education, public relations, maintenance, and supply.
• May perform fire investigations; may issue citations and notices of violation; may testify in court regarding interpretations and field inspections; assists other officers in applying safety regulations.
• Directs fire and City Code enforcement, and related permit processing activity; checks plans on building construction, water systems and fire protection systems.
• Prepares reports pertaining to public safety operations; may estimate fire losses.
• Obtains company supplies and equipment according to established procedures; arranges for scheduled maintenance and major equipment repairs.
• Participates in selection of subordinate staff; reviews and evaluates employee performance; initiates disciplinary action.
• Responds to calls when off duty.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree