Fire Captain at Pala Band of Mission Indians Pala, CA

Fire Captain – Pala Band of Mission Indians, Pala, CA Salary and Benefits Annual salary: $100,060.00 – $105,060.00. Benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Vacation (up to 13 days), Sick leave (up to 8 days), Life insurance up to $50,000. Position Summary Under general supervision, to supervise Fire Department personnel and have direct command and control of assigned activities; respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls for the protection of life and property; formulate and implement a fire technical instruction and training program; conduct firefighting drills; and perform related work as required. Responsibilities Plans and schedules work assignments of fire station personnel and/or administration. Evaluates the performance of firefighting personnel; recommends selection, promotion and discipline of personnel; counsels employees and processes informal and formal grievances; establishes standards of performance. Responds to emergency incidents; in all‑risk FD and makes decisions as to methods of combating fire, hazardous material incidents; delivers emergency medical services and miscellaneous incidents. Supervises and participates in the laying of hose lines, directing water streams, placing ladders, ventilating buildings, extricating and rescuing victims. Cleaning up premises after fires have been extinguished. Supervises and participates in the department safety programs. Instructs and drills fire department personnel in firefighting methods and techniques in accordance with department policies and procedures. Attends fire officers meetings; maintains records and prepares reports. Analyzes data and investigations. Supervises and participates in inspection of assigned occupancies for fire prevention and pre‑fire planning. Operates Tribal vehicles. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, Certifications & License Current firefighting principles, methods, techniques and strategies. Knowledge of hazardous materials, fire prevention procedures and related codes. Principles of hydraulic, construction engineering, personnel, supervision and training. Knowledge of tribal geography and water system. Ability to prepare and present concise written and oral reports. Ability to conduct thorough inspections and investigations. Ability to plan and direct the work of a fire station or administrative staff. Ability to supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff. Assumes incident commander duties as required. Establishes effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Typical qualifying background: supervisory level experience at the fire company level; completion of coursework in fire science or a closely related field; or experience at or equivalent to the level of Fire Apparatus Engineer, Firefighter/Paramedic and/or Firefighter. Certifications: EMT (B or P), CPR, SFM Fire Fighter 1, SFM Fire Fighter 2, Driver Operator 1A, Driver Operator 1B, CDL Class B, Incident Command System levels 100, 200, 300, Hazardous Materials FRO, Hazardous materials Incident Command, S-110, S-130, S-190, S-231, SFM Fire Officer Certification (old credential), SFM Company Officer 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E, and Instructor 1 (new credentials). Must complete the BlueCard 50-hour online training within 90 days of position placement; complete the 24-hour post-training within one year. Must possess a current California Driver’s license during employment. Must maintain a drug‑free workplace; must pass pre‑employment and random drug testing and fingerprint‑based background check. Indian preference will apply; Pala Tribal Members are given hiring preference. Working Conditions Environmental conditions: exposure to varying temperatures, smoke, hazardous material fumes, heat from fires, seasonal elements at emergency sites, and communicable diseases (HIV, HBV, HCV, tuberculosis, meningococcal meningitis, parasites). Physical conditions: maintaining physical condition necessary for arduous work and frequent bending, turning, reaching, grasping, kneeling, standing, sitting, walking; moderate to heavy pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Other Requirements All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums. The Pala Band of Mission Indians is an equal opportunity employer. Indian preference will apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pala Band of Mission Indians