Captain/EMT - Internal Fire Department Candidates Only at Safety Harbor, City of (FL) – Safety Harbor, Florida

Under the general direction of the Fire Chief, District Chief, or designee. Performs administrative and managerial work involving the command and control of a fire vehicle and crew involving fire suppression activities, Paramedic, EMS, and other emergencies in accordance with City codes and Departmental policies. Work includes assisting in the overall operation of the Fire Department and acting as the District Chef in their absence. Work is performed with latitude for independent judgment and initiative. Work is reviewed through conference and written reports.
Assists with budget preparation; makes recommendations.
Plans, directs, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate personnel.
Conducts general fire training and crew training exercises.
Enforces Departmental rules; union rules, and standard operating procedures.
Develops work projects.
Directs fire ground and other emergency activities; performs fire prevention tasks; directs emergency medical calls.
Effectively responds to inquiries whether in person, by telephone, or by written correspondence; investigates complaints.
Maintains station records; assists in the development of Fire Department budget(s); maintains computer reporting system.
Maintains station and equipment; arranges equipment repair.
Performs other duties as assigned.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
Knowledge of basic firefighting techniques.
Knowledge of basic first aid and first responder (basic) life support techniques and advanced life support (ALS) techniques.
Knowledge of basic mechanical principles.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern firefighting techniques.
Knowledge of city streets and building locations.
Knowledge of modern supervisory methods and techniques.
Knowledge of computer-based applications for fire science.
Ability to perform physically demanding and strenuous tasks under hazardous conditions.
Ability to deal effectively with citizens affected by emergency circumstances.
Skill in the use of basic firefighting and emergency medical treatment equipment and techniques.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma, or GED; Three (3) years of current active experience as a Firefighter EMT or Firefighter Paramedic with the City of Safety Harbor; State of Florida Firefighter minimum standards certification; State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification; Safety Harbor Fire Department engine driver certification; State of Florida Fire Officer I Certification issued prior to November 18, 2013, Fire Officer II Certification, or the ability to obtain FO II Certification within twenty-four (24) months from date of hire. Valid Florida driver’s license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Reaching.
Use of fingers, use of hands.
Sitting.
Ability to access, input and retrieve information and data from a computer.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Works inside and outside, in varying weather conditions.
Works in hazardous conditions.