Job Description

Description:

This position is part of the promotional process for Fire and Emergency Services and is open to internal candidates only. The Fire Lieutenant is responsible for supervising and training a fire company, directing firefighting operations, overseeing equipment maintenance, and assisting in fire prevention and community risk reduction programs. Assignments may include supervision of a company in Operations as well as non-company roles in Support Services, Business Services, Administration, Safety, or Emergency Management.

Supervision:

• Exercised: Supervises other employees.

• Received: Reports to a Fire Captain or Battalion Chief (other reporting relationships may apply).

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff, including selection, training, assignments, evaluations, and corrective action.

• Conduct company training and instruct in fire training programs.

• Interact with community groups on fire and emergency services issues.

• Assist with policy development, budget management, procurement, and project oversight.

• Oversee facility, equipment, and apparatus maintenance; prepare reports as required.

• Command fire companies at emergency incidents, direct firefighting activities, and prepare post-incident analyses.

• Conduct fire investigations, building inspections, and enforce fire safety standards.

• Promote health and safety, complete exposure/injury investigations, and maintain member readiness.

• Communicate effectively, mediate disputes, and maintain professional relationships.

• Serve as Acting Fire Captain when assigned.

General Requirements:

• Valid state drivers license (must remain in good standing).

• Annual medical assessment and random substance screening.

• Completion of required background checks.

• No major disciplinary actions in the last 12 months.

• No more than one at-fault accident/property damage in the past year.

• No criminal conviction in the past 12 months.

• Compliance with all required trainings.

• At least Meets Standard on the most recent evaluation.

Required Time in Rank:

• Four (4) years as a Career Firefighter (including time as a DPO), excluding Recruit Academy and Probationary Period.

• Probationary period must be complete at the time of application.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum of 30 college credits at time of application.

Additional Educational Requirement (Effective July 1, 2025):
Personnel promoted after this date must complete the following accredited courses by January 1, 2027 (or prior to promotion starting in 2027):

• Building Construction for Fire Protection

• Fire Prevention

• Fire Protection Systems

• Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

Training Certifications (Required at Application):

• Virginia or National Registry EMT Certification

• Fire Officer I (NFPA 1021)

• Fire Instructor I (NFPA 1041)

• Incident Safety Officer (NFA, VDFP, or FDSOA)

• Completion of Acting Lieutenant Task Book/Process

Preferred Certification:

• NFA Supervising Emergency Medical Services

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of workplace safety, supervisory practices, and departmental policies.

• Familiarity with organizational structure, budgeting, procurement, and resource management.

• Proficiency in fireground operations, equipment maintenance, and incident management.

• Skills in evaluation, counseling, conflict resolution, and team leadership.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both emergency and non-emergency settings.

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