Fire Safety Off IV - Bat Chief - FMO

Salary: $52,100.00 - $88,600.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: Temporary Grant - Full-Time
Job Number: 188124
Agency: Adjutant General's Office
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Class Code:: JC85
Position Number:: 61049423
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Grade: GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.: $52,100.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $70,300.00
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Send additional information to Office of the Adjutant General, Stop 12, 1 National Guard Road, Columbia, SC 29201, fax to View phone number on click.appcast.io or email to: View email address on click.appcast.io.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities


Plans, schedules, and supervises fire protection activities to include administrative, managerial, and leadership responsibilities. He/she works under limited supervision and assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Fire Chief in his/her absence. Directs and performs as team leader for control and extinguishment of structural, wildland, and vehicular fires. Respond to medical, confined space, hazardous materials, and other related emergency calls. Assist with executing program(s) designed to provide required training and safety for McCrady visitors and employees. Serves as the lead Battalion Chief and Trainer for all assigned shifts and performs other related fire duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A high school diploma and (10) years of progressively accountable firefighting experience with a minimum of (5) years in a supervisory position. Must possess current First Aid, CPR, AED medical training and must possess a valid South Carolina Driver's License and be able to obtain a federal government driver's license as required. Applicant must meet NFPA-1582 physical standards with the ability to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Additional Comments


Must have knowledge of Supervisory and Command & Control techniques, firefighting, rescue procedures, and life safety inspections. Responsible for leading all shifts in training, on all firefighting topics, structural firefighting techniques, hazardous material storage/handling, first aid, and the requirements of Army Regulations 420-1 and DoDI 6055. Must possess; (IFSAC) Fire Officer III, Fire Inspector II , Fire Instructor II, Driver/Operator Pumper/MWS, HazMat IC, Tele-communicator I/II. Additional certifications required are Incident Safety Officer and ICS/NIMS 100 through 800.If required, must be able to obtain a National Security Clearance at the "Secret" level. Must have knowledge of Fire Alarm Systems. Operate office equipment, communication devices, fire-fighting vehicles/tools, and related equipment. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of an online South Carolina State Employment Application. Only those applicants chosen for interview will be notified of job filled status Note: Applicants indicating college credit, degree(s) or specialized training on the application shall provide an official copy of transcripts upon notification of selection for hire. This serves as verification of credentials listed on the application.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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If chosen for employment, a background check and license check will be performed. If there is any charge or non-conviction that may show up on your record, please let us know now. Also, please provide your driver's license number and state of issue.
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I meet the minimum education and experience requirements to qualify for this position.

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I understand that the agency's hiring salary range for this position is $52,100.00 to $70,300.00.

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