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Job Description
| CAPTAIN 40 |
Job Code: 4537
Pay Grade: 325
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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Note: The following Job Codes are covered under this job description:
4524 Captain 40 TQ
4530 Captain Paramedic 40
4531 Captain Preceptor 40
4532 Captain Preceptor 40 QP
4533 Captain Paramedic 40 QP
4537 Captain 40
4538 Captain PM 40 TQ
4543 Captain Preceptor 40 TQ
4660 Captain 40 QP
4664 Captain 40 CL
4666 Captain 40 QP CL
4667 Captain 40 QP TQ
4668 Captain 40 QP TQ CL
4670 Captain 40 TQ CL
4680 Captain Paramedic 40 CL
4682 Captain Paramedic 40 QP CL
4683 Captain Paramedic 40 QP TQ
4684 Captain PM 40 QP TQ CL
4686 Captain Paramedic 40 TQ CL
4696 Captain Preceptor 40 TQ CL
4697 Captain Preceptor 40 CL
4699 Captain Precep 40 QP TQ CL
4700 Captain Preceptor 40 QP CL
4701 Captain Preceptor 40 QP TQ
Supervises and performs administrative, operational, technical firefighting and EMS activities. The unit of assignment may be that of Field Operations, Public Information, Training, Administration, Communications Center, or other work unit.
Work is performed under the general direction of a Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief or Division Manager. |
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| Representative Duties /Assignments |
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- Plans, directs and coordinates the work of personnel assigned to the unit.
- Supervises and evaluates personnel in emergency, non-emergency, and training settings.
- Plans and coordinates day-to-day training, which may include multi-company training activities.
- Involved in project management as required for special details
- Responds to emergencies, supervises and performs firefighting and EMS activities.
- Responds to requests/complaints from citizens, members of other departments, and co-workers.
- Manages and oversees the maintenance needs of each station.
- Participates in focus groups involving a variety of issues.
- Responsible for administrative functions, including station pre-plans, building inspections, street books, station maintenance, hose records, hydrant records, apparatus needs other than work orders for general maintenance, monthly station inspections and follow-up as needed, etc... (some of these apply to station captains only)
- Assesses and evaluates assigned personnel for all shifts concerning administrative issues.
- Develops programs to enhance career development.
- Prepares or assists in preparing annual budget.
- Develops and writes specifications for the purchasing of equipment.
- Investigates on the job accidents and injuries.
- Reviews workers compensation claims.
- Acts in the position of Battalion Chief as assigned.
- Participates in physical fitness activities to maintain physical conditioning.
- Ensures the completion of station area activities.
- Captain's responsibilities are not limited to the above-described responsibilities, but they shall accept additional responsibilities as prescribed by the Battalion Chief.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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Two years as a bargaining unit Lieutenant as of the promotion process start date.
Two years as a bargaining unit Lieutenant as of the promotion process start date.
Must possess and maintain a Florida EMT or Paramedic Certification.
A valid Florida Driver's License.
Florida Certification as a Fire Officer II, or Fire Officer I certification attained prior to July 1, 2014.
Must possess 40 college credits in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or related fields from an accredited college or university as listed in 22.7C.
Qualification for specific positions within this rank will be determined based on assignment needs and functions of the position.
Clarification: Candidates receiving training before July 1, 1983 must have certificates for Fire Company Supervision, Parts I, II, III, and IV; Candidates receiving training between July 1, 1983 and May 1, 1985, must have received certificate for Fire Officer I with the following curriculum:
- 40 hours each- Company Officer Leadership, Fire Fighting Tactics I, Fire Service Instructor or equivalent
- 80 hours- Fire Prevention Inspection or 40 hours each- Private Fire prevention Inspection
- 80 hours- Hazardous Materials or 40 hours Hazardous Materials I and 40 hours Hazardous Materials II, or 40 hours Hazardous Materials I and Chemistry
All Candidates receiving training after May 1, 1985 must provide proof of passing State of Florida Fire Officer I test.
Mandatory Special Requirements
(Dependent on area of assignment.) :
Paramedic Certification
NFA Incident Safety Officer qualification
HAZMAT Tech Level I qualified
Fire Instructor I Certification
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| Preferences |
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Preferences for specific functions may be given for additional certifications and/or education
2 year or 4 year Degree
Additional classes related to job functions (as determined by the Fire Chief)
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6/14/2017
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