Fire Sergeant

City of Richmond Hill, Georgia • Richmond Hill, GA

5d • $58,064 - $61,715 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the supervision of firefighting crews assigned to a shift.

Requirements

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association and the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act.
• Each employee must complete the requirements as set forth by the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council as a Georgia Certified Firefighter . ( Required )
• NPQ Firefighter II ( Required )
• NPQ Fire Officer I (within 12 months)
• Successful completion of National Incident Management Systems 100, 200, 700, and 800 (Required)
• Minimum of 3 years paid experience in a career department. (Required)

Nice To Haves

• Georgia State F Class Driver's License (Preferred, subject to Fire Chief review for external applicants)
• Preferred State of Georgia EMT ( Preferred , subject to Fire Chief review for external applicants)
• Minimum of 18 months paid experience at Richmond Hill Fire Department (Preferred, subject to Fire Chief review for external applicants)

Responsibilities

• Supervises firefighting personnel and activities of an assigned station during an assigned shift; assume command responsibilities at fire suppression, emergency medical and rescue incidents until relieved by a superior officer.
• Responds to fire alarms, traffic accidents, medical emergencies, rescue calls, and other emergencies as a supervisor of a fire and rescue team.
• Participates in identifying opportunities for improving fire suppression methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff implement improvements.
• Assigns work activities and projects as needed including but not limited to equipment maintenance, hydrant maintenance, uniform and PPE supplies, fire hose maintenance, hydrant maintenance and testing, and pre-incident planning.
• Assumes command of fire suppression efforts in the absence of the superior officers including directing fire streams to protect exposures; drive and operate various equipment and apparatus as needed; confine and extinguish fire incorporating proper fire and safety procedures at all times.
• Coordinates and participates in the maintenance of building, station grounds, equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with the planning and conducts fire safety programs for schools, church, and civic organizations and other community groups.
• Assists in training, motivating and evaluating assigned personnel; work with subordinate personnel to correct deficiencies.
• Performs fire suppression, rescue, and First Responder duties in response to emergency calls.
• Manages, reviews, and verifies accuracy of all records, incident reports and correspondence to the Fire Chief.
• May be required to perform as a Hazmat Technician
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED