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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Fire Captain (Career) Reports to: Fire Chief
Dept/Div: Fire Direct Reports: Lieutenants, Inspector,
Union Status: Non -Represented Firefighters
Pay Grade: N3 FLSA Status: Exempt -Administrative
JOB PURPOSE: The Fire Captain supervises personnel during emergency and non -emergency operations,
and maintains station, equipment and apparatus to appropriate level of readiness.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Leads and directs the Fire Department staff through selection, orientation, training, performance
management and discipline according to standard operating procedures, City policy and departmental rules
and regulations.
2. Directs and assumes control of the fire department in the absence of the Chief.
3. Assumes "Command" (Incident Management System) of the emergency scene until formally relieved
through transfer of command.
4. Plans, develops implements, instructs, and maintains fire training programs, including participation in
regular training during the evening shift.
5. Locates, researches, reviews and introduces new techniques, knowledge and equipment relating to the
advancement of the fire service.
6. Completes or ensures that required forms are completed, including but not limited to incident reports and
maintenance forms.
7. Lead and directs completion of projects as assigned.
8. Responds to fire and rescue calls as needed or directed and performs suppression and patient care related
activities in compliance with department Standard Operating Guidelines and directives.
9. Reviews apparatus in general and ensures that proper maintenance steps are performed and Is
responsible for post -run check of apparatus to ensure readiness.
10. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making.
2. Influence the actions and opinions of others in desired direction exhibiting judgment in leading others to
worthwhile objectives.
3. Interact effectively, professionally, safely and tactfully with the general public, all participating agencies,
dispatch, and law enforcement.
4. Continually seek and accept opportunities for personal and professional growth.
5. Display honesty, trustworthiness, dependability and respectfulness at all times.
6. Seek to improve the effectiveness or efficiency of all City operations with positive and creative approaches
to challenges.
7. Actively support all efforts to increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration between and among
departments, full-time and part-time on -call fire fighters, and the community.
8. Maintain favorable working relationship with co-workers, City officials, officials from other jurisdictions, the
business community, and the general public;
9. Attend administrative, department and team meetings as scheduled.
10. Work as a team leader and/or commander under stress caused by emergencies, danger and criticism.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
2. Five years of fire and Emergency Management Systems (EMS) experience in a combination department.
3. Two years supervisory experience preferred.
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4. Must possess a valid Iowa Driver's License and meet the requirements of the City's motor vehicle policy.
5. Certifications: Firefighter II (IFSAC), Fire Instructor I (IFSAC), Fire Officer I (IFSAC), Hazardous Materials -
Operations (IFSAC), Current Paramedic certification issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health,
Current Healthcare Provider CPR, ACLS, and PEEP or PALS. FEMA IS-100 and IS-200 (or IS-195), ICS-
300, ICS-400, IS-700, and ICS-800.
6. Knowledge of Waukee Fire Department and City of Waukee policies and Standard Operating Guidelines;
understanding of local and national fire codes, building construction, and fire behavior; knowledge of
appropriate training standards; knowledge of hazardous materials response; knowledge of emergency
driving techniques.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Able to pass the Waukee Physical Agility Test at any time during employment.
2. Able to perform all essential functions of the position while wearing required protective equipment.
3. Able to operate and use all fire department equipment and apparatus.
4. Responsive to visual and verbal alarms and other indications of distress.
5. Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of directors, staff, colleagues,
elected officials and the general public.
6. Able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing (using electronic
devices and handwritten) in English with other employees and the community.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation, and the results of weather and nature may
be encountered.
2. Will be exposed to darkness and poor lighting, fumes/odors, isolation, moving machinery, noise, visual
strain, unprotected heights, wearing a respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus, working on
uneven ground, mechanical hazards, biological hazards, medical hazards, electrical hazards, traffic
hazards, possible explosion, and bodily injury.
3. Will be exposed to significant work place pressure.
4. Standard work hours must be flexible and include evenings and weekends.
5. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard work hours
within Waukee Public Safety Building.
6. There is no residency requirement for this position.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and
should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and
duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be
required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job
description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at -will employee. I have the right to terminate any
employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right.
Signature Date
The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.
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