Fire Captain

Under the direction and guidance of the Battalion Chief, A Fire Captain directs the activities of Fire personnel during an assigned shift. An employee in this class supervises a number of personnel and has responsibility for their safety. Duties include: assigning, directing, and supervising firefighting, medical emergencies, and related life and property protection; directing the route to be taken to emergency calls; implementing and/or integrating into an incident management system; making decisions regarding firefighting methods to be used; deploying and managing personnel; ensuring the safe operation of fire equipment and apparatus; and assisting Fire Community Services with, and participating in, public education, community relations, and fire prevention programs and activities. This class is also responsible for performing related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential functions will vary according to the work environment and may include, but are not limited to, the following: The responsibility for motivating, supervising, training, and evaluating subordinate-level employees is a significant element of this position. Fire Captains are responsible for prioritizing, scheduling, and completing tasks associated with non-emergency response activities such as pre-fire planning, fire and life safety education, and station-based training activities. Incumbents are required to supervise and participate in the care and maintenance of a fire station, apparatus, equipment, and grounds. A Fire Captain must also be skilled in and capable of performing firefighting duties and perform these duties as necessary. Work at fire scenes and other emergencies may involve strenuous physical exertion, often under adverse climatic conditions. In these situations, the employee is exposed and subjected to dangers and hazards that could result in severe injuries. Work at this level differs from that of a Fire Engineer by the ongoing performance of supervisory and administrative work. Supervision is received from a Battalion Chief; however, the Fire Captain is still responsible for the company's overall company performance and must exercise independent judgment. Fire Captains may be required to fill in for a Battalion Chief in an acting capacity.

Shift Fire Captains are required to work 48-hour shifts with 96 hours of off duty time (you may be required or subject to be called back to work under specific circumstances). Fire Captains may also be assigned to administrative (day) assignments, which involve working 40-hour work weeks. Incumbents in the Fire Captain class, and administrative/day or other assignments from the Fire Captain class, may be required to function in a lower level class; must be able to demonstrate proficient performance of the essential functions of the lower level class including but not limited to pumping, driving, and firefighting duties; and will be required to possess and maintain required certifications including but not limited to current Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification or higher, valid South Carolina Class E Driver's License, current or previous IFSAC Driver Operator Certification. This class is FLSA nonexempt.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications Required. Six years current consecutive firefighting or other sworn experience including three years' experience as Firefighter and Fire Engineer in a progressive department. Current/previous SCFA/ IFSAC Driver Operator certification IFSAC/Pro-Board Firefighter I & II Certification IFSAC Fire Instructor I or equivalent IFSAC/Pro-Board Pump Operator I & II Firefighting Tactics and Incident Command Systems Fire Officer I or equivalent National Fire Academy Command & Control of Incident Operations Course. (Preferred) Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree (or higher) in Fire Science, Fire Science Technology, Fire Service Professional, Fire Service/Fire Administration, Advanced Emergency Medical Technology (Paramedic). Emergency Response and Operations, or Emergency Management; (or approved, equivalent fire service/emergency medical services degree) OR any associate's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university and the following semester courses from an accredited college or university with a grade "C" or better is required:

Special Requirements

Current EMR certification. Must possess a valid Class E South Carolina Driver's License. Must meet the qualifications to wear a tight-fitting respirator by passing a medical evaluation in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.134 by promotion date and must maintain certification.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: Must possess a valid state Class E driver's license. National Incident Management System (NIMS-ICS) Incident Command training or equivalent including Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 300, and 400 as well as IS 700 and 800; and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) First Aid or greater. Must obtain within one (1) year of promotion: Fire and Life Safety Educator certification; IFSAC Fire Officer II or equivalent; and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher certification.

Benefits

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Optional Life and Disability Insurance Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts Annual and Sick Leave Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable) Optional Deferred Compensation Program Longevity and Merit Pay Increases Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training Employee Assistance Program Employee Well-being Program

Salary: $18.17 Hourly

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled