Fire Captain

Position Information

This recruitment is to create an eligibility list and to fill future openings. In order to be eligible for this position, candidates must have completed the City of Chico - Fire, Acting Company Officer Taskbook.

Under general direction, to perform supervisory and technical work in routine and emergency operations of the Fire Department; to supervise, coordinate and inspect personnel and equipment as assigned; to perform related work as required.

Job Description

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Duties are performed independently within established departmental regulations, but under the administrative supervision of a Division Chief or his/her designee.

• Receives orders from and transmits information to the company/Division Chief.
• Plans and executes work assignments of fire station personnel on an assigned shift.
• Recommends and/or administers discipline.
• Supervises and assists in firefighting, hazardous materials response and rescue situations.
• Supervises and assists in administering emergency medical service and basic life support at the scene of an emergency.
• Ensures required staffing.
• Operates and trains others in the operation of fire apparatus.
• Responds to emergencies as a commanding officer and assumes responsibility for the supervision, performance and safety of assigned firefighting personnel.
• Directs incident operations until relieved by a superior officer; supervises inspects, and assists in the maintenance of fire station facilities and equipment.
• Prepares reports and maintains records of incidents.
• Supervises and participates in fire hazard inspections and installations of fire safety systems as required by State laws and City ordinances.
• Plans and conducts drills, training, fire prevention and other departmental programs.
• Assists in budgeting process.
• Operates station computers.
• Conducts counseling and performance evaluations.
• Investigates incidents.
• Subject to emergency calls during non-duty hours.
• Conducts research projects and handles special administrative assignments and other duties as assigned. Various fire apparatus, fire pumps, hoses, hazardous materials response and rescue equipment, ladders, personal protective equipment, emergency medical equipment, radio, pager, personal computer, phone.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and procedures of modern firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials rescue, fire investigation, and fire prevention;
• Policies, rules and regulations of the City of Chico and the Chico Fire Department;
• Operation and maintenance of firefighting apparatus and equipment;
• Geographical relationships of streets, hydrants, buildings and fire facilities within the City of Chico;
• Emergency Medical Technician skills;
• Principles of combustion and hydraulics;
• Incident command systems;
• Principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability to:
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;Lead, direct, supervise and coordinate subordinates in an efficient and effective manner, both under emergency conditions and in routine work;Reason and react quickly and calmly in emergency and potentially dangerous situations;Endure extremely high emotional and physical stress;Understand and follow oral and written instructions;Operate apparatus and equipment used in modern firefighting and rescue activities;Conduct thorough fact-finding inspections and investigations;Plan and conduct training for fire personnel in modern fire/rescue and prevention methods, techniques, theories;Establish and maintain cooperative, courteous, tactful, and effective working relationships with subordinates, superiors, other City employees and the general public;Supervise and evaluate assigned staff, including the participation in the development of goals and objectives;Maintain Class A or B California Driver License with Firefighter Endorsement and certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Medical Technician I, including operation of an Automatic External Heart Defibrillator.Minimum Qualifications:

To be eligible to take the Fire Captain Promotional test, a candidate must meet the following Experience Licenses/Certifications and CO Task Book requirements:

Experience :
A minimum of five years of full-time experience, performing duties similar to those assigned to a City of Chico Firefighter or Fire Apparatus Engineer, is required.

Required Licenses/Certifications:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) CertificationHazardous Materials First Responder-Operational and Decontamination CertificationCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Heart Defibrillator (AED) CertificationValid Class C California Driver License with Firefighter Endorsement (Valid Class A or B Driver License, with or without Firefighter Endorsement, is Optional)CO Task Book: Must complete the Acting CO section of the CFD’s CO Task Book (effective January 1, 2021) To be eligible to promote to Fire Captain, a candidate must meet the following requirements:

Experience :
A minimum of five years of full-time experience, performing duties similar to those assigned to a City of Chico Firefighter or Fire Apparatus Engineer, is required.

Education :
An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college in Fire Science, or other related field, and completion of the course work required to qualify for the California State Fire Marshal’s Fire Officer certification by date of appointment to Fire Captain. Once promoted, a Fire Captain will have one year to obtain the state Fire Officer Certificate.

Required Licenses/Certifications:
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) CertificationHazardous Materials First Responder-Operational and Decontamination CertificationCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automatic External Heart Defibrillator (AED) CertificationValid Class C California Driver License with Firefighter Endorsement (Valid Class A or B Driver License, with or without Firefighter Endorsement, is Optional)
Desired Qualifications:

Experience :
Two years of experience as a Fire Apparatus Engineer is desirable.

Education : Certification as a Fire Officer and a Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Science or other related field are desirable.

Additional Information

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on uneven surfaces and/or in confined spaces; and taste or smell.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 175 pounds or more with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed primarily in office, vehicles, and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions ranging from below freezing to in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, including temperature extremes and occasional wet and/or humid conditions, during day and night shifts. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, solvents, and oils. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is at risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in office settings and loud at an emergency scene.

The City of Chico offers a wide range of employee benefits. Benefits are subject to negotiations with employee organizations and may vary with individual bargaining units. For a summary of benefits, please visit the City of Chico website at: City of Chico - Employee Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 10/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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