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Home My WebLink AboutFire CaptainUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Fire Captain Department: Fire Division: Fire Administra�on Supervisor: Battalion Chief FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 37 Job Number: 3701 Job Summary Performs work in the supervision of shi� personnel and equipment. Performs related work as required. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Acts as shi� commander in the absence of the Batalion Chief. • Assigned to departmental commitee established to give overall direc�on of department training program. • Trains and drills shi� personnel in all phases of firefigh�ng, hazardous materials mi�ga�on, rescue and emergency medical care in accordance with departmental goals, policies and guidelines. • Provides input to the budget process. • Responds to alarms, directs the ac�vi�es of one truck or rescue company and coordinates the ac�vi�es of shi� companies. • Administers emergency medical care as outlined in the scope of prac�ce pertaining to an Emergency Medical Technician. • Produces and maintains shi� duty roster and daily log. • Maintains, reviews, and submits all required documents and reports (incident reports, purchasing card statements, evalua�ons, �mesheets, payroll change forms, inspec�ons, etc.) consistent with department policies and deadlines. • Operates radio equipment, mobile data computers and computer equipment. • May determine firefigh�ng method at scene and need for addi�onal assistance. • Directs and assists in ex�nguishing fires. • May operate fire apparatus and equipment. • Supervises maintenance of Fire Sta�on and apparatus. • Inspects and tests fire equipment and apparatus. • Par�cipates in fire preven�on ac�vi�es. • Assigns and assists in performing inspec�ons and code enforcement. • Maintains a work environment conducive to high morale and welfare of personnel under his/her command. Updated: March 2024 • Advises and explains to assigned shi� personnel all department rules, regula�ons and direc�ves from ranking officers and assures they are followed. • Assists in inves�ga�on and fire cause determina�on. • Responsible for comple�ng various goals and objec�ves as assigned. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Other related du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Associate’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Degree or 60 hours of coursework in Fire Science or related, experience one year as Lieutenant with Iowa City Fire Department. • Instructor I cer�fica�on. Iowa or Na�onal EMT cer�fica�on. Valid State of Iowa driver's license with sa�sfactory driving record. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Must live within 25 miles of the corporate limits of Iowa City, Iowa within one year of appointment to the posi�on. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Degree in Fire Science. Experience in public educa�on, hazardous materials, technical rescue, and the Fire Preven�on Bureau. • Instructor II cer�fica�on. Fire origin and cause training from State Fire Marshal or Na�onal Fire Academy. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as propor�ons, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. • Ability to effec�vely communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in wri�ng. • Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to maintain minimum required cer�fica�ons, such as emergency medical status and also retain and improve professional and technical knowledge by atending educa�onal workshops, reviewing professional publica�ons, par�cipa�ng in scheduled drills, studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards, and by reviewing departmental policies and procedures. • Ability to operate technical equipment, such as computers and related so�ware, defibrillators, combus�ble gas indicators, power tools and equipment, etc. • Ability to par�cipate in physical requirements, must be in good physical condi�on and participates in the department physical fitness program. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons, and procedure manuals. Updated: March 2024 • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists. • Ability to use strength and ability to do prolonged strenuous manual and mechanical work under adverse condi�ons. • Ability to write rou�ne reports and correspondence. • Knowledge at a specialized level in one or more special opera�ons, such as hazardous materials, confined space rescue, high-angle rescue, vehicle extrica�on, etc. • Knowledge at advanced level in the areas of fire behavior, firefigh�ng evolu�ons, firefigh�ng tac�cs, the incident management system, emergency medical services, technical rescue and inspec�on techniques and methods; instruc�onal methodology, Fire Department Rules and Regula�ons, City Administra�ve Policies, and other related standards and regula�ons associated with emergency response. • Knowledge of management fundamentals. • Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Supervision Involves leadership role such as regularly guiding, training, and providing direction to permanent staff in completing daily tasks and assignments. May perform additional supervisory duties at the direction of the Department or Division Head to include disciplinary action, assisting with hiring or firing, and writing or delivering performance reviews. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must push, pull or lift varying amounts. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move up to and excess of 100 pounds with or without assistance. Participates in the department physical fitness program. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Updated: March 2024 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, smoke, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, vibration, traffic hazards, and blood/body fluids. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employee may be exposed to dangerous situations, dangerous fumes while engaged in firefighting or cause determination activities, exposed to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system, and use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Involves some exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Scot Lyon, Fire Chief (4/2024) I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________