Fire Lieutenant

This position is open until filled. The Human Resources Office is unable to provide status updates by telephone. The salary range is listed above. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience. The Fire Lieutenant performs responsible fire suppression and incident response activities including operating fire apparatus and participating in firefighting; and may act in the absence of the Captain. An employee in this class participates in the operations of fire suppression and incident response personnel and operations at the fire station. The employee participates in incident response, including emergency medical service, driving and operation of fire apparatus, firefighting, technical rescue, hazardous materials response and mitigation, and equipment and facilities maintenance. The employee also participates in incidence response and fire suppression training. Work requires that the employee stay abreast of state-of-the-art fire suppression and rescue procedures, techniques, and equipment and requires the employee to incorporate the necessary changes into in-service training. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation, conferences, and written reports concerning the quality and effectiveness of work completed.

Essential Job Functions

Responds to alarms and participates in incidence response including firefighting operations, driving and operation of fire apparatus including pumpers, aerial apparatus and other equipment as required; responds and participates in remediation activities of chemical spills, hazardous materials, and other related incidents; responds to emergency medical incidents and provides EMT Basic services; responds and provides technical rescue services. Drives apparatus to incident scene; properly places apparatus to establish water supply or other needs; insures proper operation and pressure of hoses; issues equipment and monitors radio traffic for necessary response; returns fire apparatus and related equipment to service after incident response. Inspects station and equipment for proper appearance and condition. Performs maintenance and cleaning of fire apparatus, equipment, station building, hydrants, hose lines, and related facilities, equipment and supplies. Assists with the preparation fire reports; participates in special projects as required. Participates in in-service training programs. Participates in fire prevention and public education programming, and pre-incident surveys. Participates in mechanical maintenance and repair of apparatus and other equipment. Performs special assignments or projects requiring the leadership or coordination of others such as SCBA maintenance and repair, radio equipment maintenance and repair; building maintenance, hydrant maintenance, hose line testing and maintenance, etc. Participates in preparation and maintenance of records and incident reports. Acts in the absence of the Captain to lead the shift at an assigned station. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of experience in fire service supplemented by completion of courses and seminars in fire service, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of Firefighter II and Driver/Operator/Pumps and Aerial certification. Possession of Emergency Vehicle Driver certification. Possession of NC EMT Basic certification. Possession of Hazardous Materials Level I certification. Possession of NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800. Special Requirements: Must be able to work extended hours and shift work.

Benefits

Vance County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees: free Medical, Dental & Life Insurance ($25,000 Term Policy), Retirement, 401K match up to 2%, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Bereavement Leave, Parental School Leave, Community Service Leave, Employee Assistance Program, and many optional coverages at the employee's expense: STD, LTD, Critical Care, Accident, Cancer, Whole Life Insurance and Orthodontist. For more information on the benefits available, visit www.markiiibrokerage.com/vancecountync/

Requirements: Fire suppression and incident response experience, fire apparatus operation, firefighting certification

Salary: $52,797.00 - $68,635.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled