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General Description:

This is a skilled leadership position responsible for the provision of fire and medical services. The incumbent performs complex tasks to ensure the safety and care of citizens during emergency and crisis situations.

Organization:

The Lieutenant of Fire & EMS reports to a Battalion Chief and supervises programs and/or staff, primarily Firefighter/Medics.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises and directs the essential functions of career and volunteer staff.
• Evaluates and completes human resource documentation for Fire/EMS personnel as necessary.
• Responds to alarms of fires, hazardous material incidents, and medical emergencies.
• Drives and operates various types of fire suppression, fire/medical apparatus, medical and other equipment as necessary.
• May conduct fire code and fire safety inspections.
• Coordinates cleanliness and state of readiness of station and apparatus, all related equipment.
• Examines patients and administers emergency care to patients as prescribed by medical control physician.
• Fosters volunteer involvement and membership to support a combination career and volunteer system.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Working Conditions:

A. Hazards

• Chemicals - May be exposed to hazardous conditions, including routine exposure to severe weather, dust, smoke, noise, fumes and stress. B. Environment
• Field C. Physical Effort
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in all weather situations.

D.

Non-exempt Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must possess exceptional knowledge of management theories and techniques and demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations. Must be able to prepare detailed written and electronic reports and maintain a good working relationship with fellow staff, hospital staff and the general public.

Education, Experience and Training:

High school diploma or equivalent required with a minimum of two (2) years' experience as a Career Firefighter/Medic and must have received training in the rescue of fire, crime and accident victims or firefighters or law enforcement personnel injured in the performance of their duties. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Special Conditions:

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• Twelve-month probationary period
• Must wear uniform, including safety equipment
• Essential staff designation
• Work beyond normal work schedule
• Maintain certification requirements for Lieutenant Position.
• Firefighter II, EMT w/CPR, Hazardous Material Operations, Incident Command Systems, EVOC Class 3, Fire Officer I or Equivalent, and Managing Company Tactical Operations-Decision Making OR Mass Casualty Incident Management I
• Shall perform work at his/her VA Certified EMS provider level of training (EMT-B, EMT-Enhanced, EMT-I, EMT-P), upon clearance by department Operational Medical Director (OMD).
• May not be a volunteer member of any Hanover County volunteer rescue squads or fire companies during employment
• This position is subject to the department's on-call procedures Each candidate must submit three components as part of a complete application: a cover letter (no more than one page), a professional resume (no more than two pages), and responses to five to six short-essay questions embedded directly within the NeoGov application.

Candidates are responsible for ensuring all required certifications and credentials are current at the time of application. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Applications are due September 13, 2026 by 11:59 PM. Your complete application requires three additional components: a cover letter, a resume, and responses to five short-answer questions. The questions are located within the application. 1.

Cover Letter Maximum length:

one page. The cover letter must be dated with the application closing date (the final date applications are accepted for this posting). The cover letter must be addressed to the Fire Chief and should briefly introduce your candidacy for the position. 2.

Resume Maximum length:

two pages. Your resume must include your full legal name and a daytime phone number where you can be reached. Your resume should reflect your relevant professional experience, certifications required for this role, and education.