Description**Promotional Opportunity****This is an internal recruitment only for current qualified classified City of Reno Employees**Reno Fire Department Captains have command of a firefighting company, its equipment and station. They may be assigned administrative, training or professional duties; participate in fire prevention and suppression activities; and perform related work as required.
The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.Examples of Essential Functions- Respond to all alarms in an assigned district and other districts as directed.
- Supervise and participate in the laying of hose, placing of ladders, controlling the pressure and direction of water streams, rescue and salvage operations.
- Direct the routing and placement of apparatus at emergency scenes.
- Supervise maintenance of station and equipment.
- Prepare budget information at the company/station level.
- Enforce policy and procedure at the company level.
- Draft changes in policy and procedure.
- Maintain records and submits detailed reports to superiors.
Minimum QualificationsMinimum qualifications must be met by the applicant by the date of examination(October 8, 2024).
Experience:- Seven years of suppression line experience as a Firefighter with RFD/TMFPD as of October 8, 2024 and have successfully completed the promotional examination (obtaining a ranking on an eligible list) for Fire Equipment Operator on one of the last two most recent Fire Equipment Operator’s examination, which includes the 2023 and 2024 examination processes.
Or- A combination of seven years of suppression line experience as a Firefighter and Fire Equipment Operator with RFD/TMFPD as of October 8, 2024.
Education:- Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Licenses & Certifications:- Minimally, possession of a valid Nevada Non-Commercial Class B Driver's License with an "F" endorsement - or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
- Minimally, EMT certification
Supplemental InformationTO APPLY:You must submit your completed application online at
www.reno.gov/jobs by September 23, 2024 at 12:00 a.m. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or the 5th floor Civil Service Offices, or any locations of Nevada Job Connect and any local library or educational facility.
*If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.
FIRE CAPTAIN APPLICATION PREPARATION:Applicants must complete their application in a professional manner. Applications must show a clear and progressive work history with correct employment dates and a brief description of the tasks performed. You may attach a resume (but not in lieu of a fully completed application).
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Examination dates are for planning purposes and may change at the discretion of Civil Service or Reno Fire Department. This promotional testing process will require candidates to appear in person to participate.
Written Test: Tentative written examination and assessment center dates: The written test is scheduled for October 8, 2024
Weight = 40% of final grade
Note: The 12 highest scoring candidates resulting from and passing the written examination will progress to the assessment center exercises. Tied scores resulting in more than one candidate ranking in the 12th position will be re-ranked according to department seniority.
Assessment Center: Assessment Center exercises are tentatively scheduled for the week of November 4, 2024
Weight = 60% of final grade
The scores of all assessment center exercises will be averaged together to create the candidates' final score for the assessment center. Candidates must achieve an average final score of 70% or greater in order to pass the assessment center. A passing score is required on the assessment center in order to obtain a passing final grade for the entire examination process.
NOTIFICATION:Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require accommodations due to a disability, we encourage you to inform the Chief Examiner by the closing date of this announcement. Your request will be handled with confidentiality and respect.
CONTACT AND DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION:Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of all contact phone, email and mailing changes. Rule XV, Section 2.
EMPLOYEE/VETERAN PREFERENCE (In the Event of Tie Scores):On promotional examinations, in the event of tie scores resulting from final rating, including seniority points, an employee will be awarded veteran's preference and provided a rank preference if one of the eligibles has submitted proof of honorable discharge from the military service. In the case where two (2) or more of the eligibles who have received the same score and have been awarded veteran's preference, the ranking shall be determined by a random assignment by computer. A candidate who desires to claim veteran's preference must, at the time of application, submit documentation of honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces. This preference will only be administered in the event of tie scores. Documentation must be submitted at the time of application.
SENIORITY POINTS:Reno Fire Department uniformed employees shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:
For each full year of continuous (cumulative if separation was for layoff) service completed after current minimum qualifications eligibility, up to a maximum of fifteen years ............0.2 points per year.
Note: Fire Captain - Suppression seniority point calculation begins at the seventh year when eligibility for meeting the seven year minimum qualification and the Fire Equipment Operator requirement has been achieved. (Seniority points are not calculated from the year of hire and are only calculated for an entire year of employment, not portions or fractions of a year.)
APPOINTMENT & CERTIFICATION:Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:As the final step in the selection process, newly promoted employees serve a one year probationary period to show their ability to perform the work.
QUESTIONS/UPDATES:Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to CivilService@reno.gov or at (775) 334-2223.
STUDY MATERIALS FOR FIRE CAPTAIN EXAMINATION- 20241. Fire Officer's Handbook of Tactics, 5th Edition, by John Norman
2. Building Construction for the Fire Service, 6th Edition, by Francis L. Branigan
3. Firefighter's Handbook of Wildland Firefighting; Strategy and Tactics, 4th Edition, by William C. Teie
4. Truck Company Operations, 2nd Edition, by John Mittendorf
Chapters: 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 17, and 18
5. Firefighting Operations in Highrise and Standpipe Equipped Buildings by David M McGrail.
6. Mastering Fireground Command - Calm the Chaos, by Anthony Castros and Brian Bush, Chapters 1-16, Not the Appendices
General Orders:
102.08.05 Substance Abuse Policy
102.08.05A Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and Procedures
RFD Policies and Procedures:
100.01 Uniforms
100.02 Appearance
101.01 General Rules of Conduct
101.08 Sick Leave Usage Management
101.09 Sexual Harassment
101.10 Employee Performance Management
101.11 Performance Appraisals
101.12 Performance Appraisals for Probationary Firefighters
101.15 Workplace Violence
101.16 Critical Incident Stress Management
101.17 On Duty Injury, Illness or Exposure Reporting
102.02 Fire Investigator Call Out Policy
102.03 Youth Fire Setter
103.03 High-Visibility Vests
103.24 Vehicle Maneuvering in Limited View Situations
103.28 Operating Guidelines for the Train Trench
103.31 Strike Team/Single Resource Equipment Policy
103.33 Emergency Vehicle Response
103.39 Surface Water Rescue
103.40 Swift Water Rescue
103.41 Ice Rescue
103.42 Elevator Rescue
103.45 Electronic Station Log Procedure
103.46 Mobile Data Computer (MDC) Usage
RFD Standard Operating Guidelines200.01 SOG Structure Fire
200.02 SOG High Rise Fire
200.03 SOG Motor Vehicle Accident
200.04 SOG Incident Management System Implementation and Use
201.01 SOG Personal Accountability on Emergency Scenes
201.02 May-Day Operations
201.03 Lost or Trapped Firefighter, Basic Self Survival
201.04 SOG Rapid Intervention Team (RIT)
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
Please use this
Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.
Closing Date/Time: 9/23/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
