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Home My WebLink AboutFire Lieutenant - Training Officer AssignmentUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Fire Lieutenant/Training Officer Assignment Department: Fire Division: Fire Supervisor: Battalion Chief FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 38 Job Number: 3801 Job Summary Performs work in the personal growth and development of fire personnel. Performs related work as required. May be assigned as Lieutenant. 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. • Plans, develops and coordinates in-house training program for Fire personnel. • Prepares reports, maintains appropriate training records, and coordinates training as required to meet OSHA and NFPA standards. • 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 serve as incident scene safety officer. • Serves on the Health and Safety Commitee. • Coordinates training for personnel on three shi�s opera�ng out of four sta�ons at direc�on of Batalion Chief in charge of training. • Trains and drills department personnel in subjects related to job performance. • Coordinates department training and events calendar. • Responds to alarms as needed. • Administers emergency medical care as outlined in the scope of prac�ce pertaining to an Emergency Medical Technician. • Reports to Batalion Chief in charge of training and equipment. • Exercises func�onal supervision over assigned Firefighters. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs other related du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • High school diploma or G.E.D. and three years of related experience or training; or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. A minimum of 18 semester hours Updated: March 2024 of fire science technical courses. Experience must be as a Firefighter with Iowa City Fire Department. • Fire Science cer�fica�on required. 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 • Four years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Experience in public educa�on, hazardous materials, technical rescue, and the Fire Preven�on Bureau. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability and willingness to perform any task assigned. • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as propor�ons, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. • Ability to drive fire apparatus carefully and safely in accordance with local traffic laws. • 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 keep records and make reports. • 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. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to show conscien�ousness and dependability. • 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 supervise others. • Ability to understand and follow oral and writen instruc�ons. • 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 advanced level in the areas of fire behavior, firefigh�ng evolu�on, firefigh�ng tac�cs, incident management system, emergency medical services, technical rescue and inspec�on techniques and methods. • Knowledge of instruc�onal methodology, Fire department rules and regula�ons, City Administra�ve Policies, and other related standards associated with emergency response. • Skill and ap�tude for mechanical work. Updated: March 2024 • Skill in effec�ve communica�on skills and social skills. Supervision No supervision of direct reports. 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. 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: Scott Lyon, Fire Chief (4/2024) Updated: March 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. 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