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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Captain Firefighter/Paramedics Coordinator

USA, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$94K/yr - $126K/yr

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for a Captain Firefighter/Paramedics Coordinator who will supervise and direct daily operations in the Emergency Services Department. This role involves ensuring personnel readiness, training, and compliance with safety regulations while overseeing emergency responses and fire prevention activities.

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Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with staff, City officials, other fire departments, outside agencies, and the public

Supervises and manages daily operations, including shift scheduling, readiness, and performance of personnel

Responds to emergency incidents and serves as Incident Commander, overseeing fire suppression, EMS activities, and hazardous material mitigation until relieved by a higher-ranking officer

Plans, implements, and evaluates training programs, ensuring staff meet and maintain all certifications and operational competencies

Conducts fire investigations for suspicious or undetermined causes, prepares detailed reports, and testifies in court as needed

Supervises fire prevention efforts, including building inspections, fire code enforcement, and community risk reduction programs

Represents the department in public education initiatives, community events, and safety outreach programs

Maintains and ensures proper functioning of apparatus, tools, and equipment, recommending replacements or upgrades when necessary

Provides technical guidance to developers, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding fire codes, life safety systems, and hazardous materials

Motivates and provides feedback to staff, addressing disciplinary matters as needed and issuing verbal or written reprimands when appropriate

Participates in departmental planning, budget recommendations, and procedural updates to improve operational efficiency

Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, maintaining accurate training and operational records

Utilizes City technology systems for documentation, reporting, and pre-incident planning

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fire suppression tacticsEMS proceduresIncident Command System (ICS)Firefighter II certificationFire Officer II certificationIowa Paramedic CertificationHazardous Materials Operations certificationDriver/Operator – Pumper certificationTraining program developmentLeadershipTechnical reporting