Fire Lieutenant

Definition: Under general supervision, the Fire Lieutenant performs the full range of firefighting duties and supervises personnel and operations during an assigned shift. In the absence of a Fire Captain, the Fire Lieutenant assumes responsibility for station operations and incident command. The position participates in fire suppression, emergency medical response, rescue, and fire prevention activities, and provides leadership, training, and direction to assigned staff.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Fire Lieutenant is a first-line supervisory classification within the Fire Department. Incumbents are responsible for shift supervision, tactical incident management, and day-to-day oversight of fire company operations. Fire Lieutenants provide direct supervision to Fire Apparatus Engineers, Firefighters, and extra-help personnel, and serve as acting station supervisors when higher-ranking officers are absent.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Respond to fire, medical, rescue, and other emergency alarms and participate in emergency response operations. Perform tactical incident management and direct the activities of fire personnel until relieved by a senior officer. Supervise fire company personnel during assigned shifts, including scheduling, work assignments, and performance oversight. Drive and operate fire apparatus; operate pumps, ladders, and other firefighting and rescue equipment as required. Assist in fire suppression, emergency medical care, rescue operations, and protection of life, property, and the environment. Conduct or assist in residential and commercial fire inspections to identify and eliminate fire hazards. Provide public education in fire prevention and life safety practices. Assist in planning, conducting, and evaluating training programs and drills for fire personnel. Ensure fire stations, apparatus, and equipment are adequately maintained and operationally ready. Prepare and maintain reports, records, and documentation related to incidents, personnel, training, and inspections. Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable laws. Assist in fire investigations and determination of fire origin and cause as assigned. Administer emergency medical care within the scope of certification. Other duties may be assigned that are consistent with this classification.

Benefits: Complete benefits package including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, Employee Assistance Program and sick leave.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years full-time fire suppression and prevention experience including 1 year at driver/operator or equivalent level and completion of Acting Company Officer task book; Valid California driver's license with firefighter endorsement; Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-I or EMT-B) certification; Professional Rescuer CPR/AED certification; Hazardous Materials Incident Commander or equivalent certification; Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-back; Ability to perform physically demanding work under emergency conditions including lifting, climbing, bending, and working in hazardous and extreme environments

Salary: $64,568.00 - $95,294.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Continuous