Fire Lieutenant

County of Chester, South Carolina•Chester, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Lieutenant is a supervisory role responsible for the day-to-day oversight of their assigned shift and crew. Working under the direction of a Fire Captain, the Lieutenant ensures that all personnel operate safely and efficiently during emergency responses, training, and station duties. This position plays a key role in leadership, accountability, and mentoring firefighters, and is instrumental in maintaining operational readiness throughout the 48-hour shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 5 years of firefighting experience
Valid Driver’s License
IFSAC Fire Instructor 1
IFSAC Fire Officer I
NFA Preparation for Initial Company Operations (PICO)
NFA Strategies and Tactics for Initial Company Operations (STICO)
NFA Decision Making for Initial Company Operations (DMICO)
Strong leadership and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain discipline, morale, and high performance within the crew.
Competence in using incident management systems and report-writing software.
Thorough knowledge of department protocols, firefighting strategy/tactics, and emergency scene safety.
Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain physical fitness.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Fire Science or related field preferred.
Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead assigned personnel during emergency and non-emergency activities.
Ensure daily shift reports, incident reports, training records, and personnel documentation are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
Conduct daily briefings, equipment checks, and readiness inspections at the start of each shift.
Direct response efforts at emergency scenes until relieved by a higher-ranking officer.
Mentor, evaluate, and provide guidance to firefighters; assist in developing their skills and ensuring adherence to department policies.
Coordinate and conduct regular training drills, inspections, and continuing education.
Enforce station policies, safety standards, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Maintain knowledge of current fire suppression, EMS protocols, rescue techniques, and hazardous materials response.
Communicate effectively with dispatch, command staff, and mutual aid partners during operations.
Oversee station maintenance, apparatus readiness, and cleanliness throughout the shift.