Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is to oversee all daily activities associated with fire services, to include mitigating all hazardous situations and requests for emergency services; protecting life and preserving property; managing, organizing, and documenting personnel and supplies; conducting training; and preparing and maintaining a variety of reports, logs, and records. Essential Functions The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Supervises and participates in fire apparatus placement, including laying of hose lines, directing water streams, placing ladders, salvaging property, and ventilating fire structures. Supervises and participates in the search and rescue of persons; supervises owner-occupant support; supervises and conducts fire investigations. Establishes command at an emergency scene, including making decisions about the best methods to gain entry, attack fires, search area, and ventilate; routes fire apparatus to emergency responses; communicates by radio to Communications Center; communicates to other fire units enroute to calls; communicates arrival report; directs traffic at emergency scenes as required. Supervises the triage of patients by priority; supervises and participates in the medical treatment and transport of patients. Preserves evidence in the event of a crime scene; coordinates with law enforcement agencies. Conducts or assists in training firefighters in firefighting techniques and emergency medical procedures; conducts training on new equipment; researches new methods in firefighting; attends seminars. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, addresses employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, recommending disciplinary course of actions, and completing employee performance appraisals; conducts roll call; transmits orders and information to personnel; recommends firefighters for commendations. Maintains concise station log; uploads computer data via modem; ensures completion of all run reports; prepares, maintains, and files reports and other forms; reports payroll; reviews reports prepared by other personnel. Oversees maintenance of fire stations, equipment, and fire apparatus; inspects assigned emergency response apparatus and equipment to ensure efficient operating condition and readiness; ensures supplies are restocked. Performs building/business inspections for fire safety. Completes discipline journal requirements.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Researches and participates in the selection of equipment for the department. Performs pre-fire planning Maps new developments and annexed areas for fire planning. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED TO BE PROMOTED TO LIEUTENANT

Minimum of five (5) years of service with Boynton Beach Fire Rescue; may be reduced by one (1) year with a Florida State recognized Associates Degree or higher; and Minimum of six (6) months serving as a Step-up Officer; and Must have completed the Operator Engineer Task Book and passed the Final PO; and maintained the annua training per Article 24 Working out of classification; or on an Operator Engineer Promotional Eligibility List, or a promoted Operator Engineer; and Florida State Certified Fire Officer I; and NIMS 300 and 400 compliant; and Successful completion of all Lieutenant promotional examination/assessment process and selection by the Fire Chief with approval by the City Manager. Supplemental Information

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

The ability to pay close attention to detail in order to ensure the completeness and accuracy of work. The ability to influence, motivate, and inspire employees. The ability to assess and evaluate the performance of other individuals to ensure work is performed appropriately and / or take corrective action. The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. The ability to orally communicate information and ideas so others will understand. The ability to attend to information presented verbally and actively ask questions to fill identified areas of missing or unclear information. The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Comprehensive knowledge of the

NFPA 1021.

Knowledge of Operational characteristics, services and activities of a fire suppression program. Knowledge of Modern and complex principles and practices of fire suppression, inspection and fire prevention. Knowledge of Operation, maintenance, and use of firefighting and rescue equipment. Knowledge of Fire prevention policies, rules and regulations. Knowledge of Local geography including location of mains, hydrants, and major fire hazards. Have knowledge of City resources, such as equipment, staffing, water supply, communications, and mutual aid agreements. Knowledge of Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation. Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. Ability to coordinate the work of assigned staff/personnel. Ability to Interpret and explain Fire Division policies and procedures. Ability to select, supervise, train and evaluate staff. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of City and other government officials, community groups, and the general public. Ability to maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities. Ability to maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties Reference Material list:

Fire Officer:

Principles and Practice, Fourth (4th)

Edition Publisher:

Jones & Barlett ISBN# 978-1284172393 Chapters 1 - 8 All Current Standard Administrative & Operating Guidelines, including County Wide SOG's and Fire Department related forms. Current Collective Bargaining Agreement as ratified by the City and the Fire Union, EMS Standard Operating Guidelines and EMS Protocols, as adopted by Boynton Beach Fire Rescue. City of Boynton Beach Employee Handbook. Current Publish date as of the date of this announcement.

ASSESSMENT PROCESS

(Candidate must pass EACH component with a minimum score of 80%) Component 1 - WRITTEN

EXAMINATION

(40% overall weighted score) 110-question written test based on the abovementioned Reference Material. An additional ten percent (10%) of the total questions will be designated as "alternate questions" and will only be used for scoring if a questions is removed due to a challenge. Component 2 - FIRE

OFFICER ASSESSMENTS

(45% overall weighted score) Administrative Skills Assessment(s) Medical Scenario(s) Tactical Scenario(s) Component 3 -

CHIEFS PANEL Assessment:

(15% overall weighted score)

OVERALL SCORE WEIGHTING

The sum total of all exam components will equate to a maximum

OVERALL SCORE

of 100 points, not including seniority, educational, step-up Lieutenant experience, and/or certification points. Seniority, educational, and/or certification points are awarded as follows:

Seniority Points:

Ref

CBA 0.25

points per continuous year of service as of the closing date of the posting. (No maximum)

Step-Up Experience:

0.02083 points per current continuous month(s) of service as of the closing date of the posting. Given only to Candidates sitting for the Lieutenants examination. (No Maximum)

Education Points:

Associate's Degree:

0.25 points

Bachelor's Degree:

0.50 points

Master's Degree:

0.75 points (Points issued for highest level of degree only)

THE CURRENT CBA SHALL OVERRULE ANY DISCREPANCIES FOUND WITHIN THIS ANNOUNCEMNT. VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City. Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package. The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Care Plan Basic Term Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance City Pension Plan Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans Long Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 457 Savings Plan (three options) Paid Annual Leave / Vacation Bonus Vacation Hours • 12 Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Educational Assistance Program •( Depending on budget funding ) On-site Training Program Wellness Program Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans Credit Union Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan Flexible Spending Account Direct Deposit Social Security Student Loan Forgiveness Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you!

Under the U.S. Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify. Health Insurance The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s). Dental Insurance Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City. Vision Care Plan Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee. Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased. Dependent Life Insurance Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children. City Retirement / Pension Plans The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program. Supplemental Plans Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans. Short and Long Term Disability The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems. Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans) The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis. Vacation All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment. Holidays The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year. Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family. Tuition Assistance

• ( Depending on available budget funding ) The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year. Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans. Credit Union All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities. Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you. Flexible Spending Accounts Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses . Direct Deposit Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.