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Job Description
| CAPTAIN 56 |
Job Code: 4540
Pay Grade: 323
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:
4540 Captain 56
4510 Captain Paramedic 56 QP
4526 Captain 56 TQ
4539 Captain Paramedic 56
4541 Captain Preceptor 56
4542 Captain PM 56 TQ
4544 Captain Preceptor 56 TQ
4571 Captain 56 QP
4628 Captain Preceptor 56 QP
4672 Captain 56 CL
4674 Captain 56 QP CL
4675 Captain 56 QP TQ
4676 Captain 56 QP TQ CL
4678 Captain 56 TQ CL
4688 Captain Paramedic 56 CL
4690 Captain Paramedic 56 QP CL
4691 Captain Paramedic 56 QP TQ
4693 Captain Paramedic 56 TQ CL
4694 Captain PM 56 QP TQ CL
4704 Captain Preceptor 56 CL
4706 Captain Preceptor 56 QP CL
4707 Captain Preceptor 56 QP TQ
4708 Captain Preceptor 56 QP TQ CL
4710 Captain Preceptor 56 TQ CL
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.
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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