| Fire Captain Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Fire Captain. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Fire Captain along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Fire Captain is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II, Fire Prevention Engineer, Fire Inspector Supervisor, Fire Marshall, Security Guard Team Leader, Bell Captain, Captain/Pilot in Command (Large Non-Jet), Emergency Dispatcher |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Fire Captain |
| Manages a team of firefighters. Ensures all equipment is properly maintained and serviced. Directs training and conditioning activities. Administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Leads and coordinates responses to fire events, hazardous material incidents, auto accidents, and search and rescue operations. Prepares post-incident reports as required. Leads or coordinates fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in fire science. Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. |
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| Also referred to as: Fire Battalion Chief |
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| Similar Jobs: Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II, Fire Prevention Engineer, Fire Inspector Supervisor, Fire Marshall, Security Guard Team Leader, Bell Captain, Captain/Pilot in Command (Large Non-Jet), Emergency Dispatcher |
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| Level of Education: Fire Captain Salaries with No Diploma, Fire Captain Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Fire Captain Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Fire Captain Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Fire Captain Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Fire Captain Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | |
