Captain, , Government

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction.

Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Supervises and performs administrative, operational, technical firefighting and EMS activities. The unit of assignment may be that of Field Operations, Public Information, Training, Administration, Communications Center, or other work unit. Work is performed under the general direction of a Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief or Division Manager.

• Plans, directs and coordinates the work of personnel assigned to the unit.
• Supervises and evaluates personnel in emergency, non-emergency, and training settings.
• Plans and coordinates day-to-day training, which may include multi-company training activities.
• Involved in project management as required for special details.
• Responds to emergencies, supervises and performs firefighting and EMS activities.
• Responds to requests/complaints from citizens, members of other departments, and co-workers.
• Manages and oversees the maintenance needs of each station.
• Participates in focus groups involving a variety of issues.
• Responsible for administrative functions, including station pre-plans, building inspections, street books, station maintenance, hose records, hydrant records, apparatus needs other than work orders for general maintenance, monthly station inspections and follow-up as needed, etc. (some of these apply to station captains only)
• Assesses and evaluates assigned personnel for all shifts concerning administrative issues.
• Develops programs to enhance career development.
• Prepares or assists in preparing annual budget.
• Develops and writes specifications for the purchasing of equipment.
• Investigates on the job accidents and injuries.
• Reviews workers compensation claims.
• Acts in the position of Battalion Chief as assigned.
• Participates in physical fitness activities to maintain physical conditioning.
• Ensures the completion of station area activities.
• Captain's responsibilities are not limited to the above-described responsibilities, but they shall accept additional responsibilities as prescribed by the Battalion Chief.

• Two years as a bargaining unit Lieutenant as of the promotion process start date.
• Paramedic Certification.
• A valid Florida Driver's License.
• Florida Certification as a Fire Officer II, or Fire Officer I certification attained prior to July 1, 2014.
• Must possess 40 college credits in Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or related fields from an accredited college or university as listed in 22.7C.

• Paramedic Certification.
• NFA Incident Safety Officer qualification.
• HAZMAT Tech Level I qualified.
• Fire Instructor I Certification.

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Veterans Preference is applied as per policy; applicants must provide required eligibility documentation by the closing date.