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Lieutenant

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City of Tomball

Tomball, TX (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/27/2026

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Job Description

The Fire Chief is currently inviting submittals for the position of Fire Lieutenant. A Fire Lieutenant is responsible for supervising and executing a myriad of technical tasks associated with fire prevention, suppression, emergency medical services, apparatus operations, and training activities. Working under the direction of the Battalion Chief, Lieutenants oversee personnel assigned to their firehouse, ensuring safety, efficiency, and readiness. Lieutenants play a pivotal role in emergency situations, apparatus and facility maintenance, public relations, and ensuring adherence to fire safety standards. There will be an assessment process for a full-time lieutenant promotional list. This list is good for one (1) year but can be extended for up to 6 additional months.
When:
June 30, 2026 at 09:00 am
Where:
Tomball Firehouse 1 Classroom The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications to be considered. Letter of Intent -
Requirements:
Qualified employees intending to apply for the position shall submit a Letter of Intent and resume. The Letter of Intent shall be no longer than one page and shall include the following information: Position of Interest (Fire Lieutenant) Reason(s) for applying for the position What the candidate has done to prepare for position.
Salary :
$23.73 per hour (approximately $71,522.22 with FLSA Overtime) Assessment Center will include: Command and Control Scenario Assessment Interview Board - Panel of 5 assigned by the Fire Chief Fire Chief Interview (Directly after Interview Board)
Closing Date:
Letters of Intent with proof of qualifications attached will be accepted until 5pm, June 26, 2026. The Letter of Intent and supporting documentation shall be either hand delivered or emailed to Sr. Administrative Assistant Lisa Sterle lsterle@tomballtx.gov Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - The City of Tomball does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex, Religion, Age or Disability in employment or the provision of services.
Qualifications:
Qualifications :
Meet all requirements of Firefighter 2 Years as a Driver/Operator -or- 4 years as a certified firefighter Certified Instructor I and Officer I through TCFP at time of promotion. Completion of NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 6 months of promotion. Any of these may be substituted with other public safety experience.