A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.
Fire Protection Lieutenant New Mexico State University - 4.3 Las Cruces, NM Job Details Full-time $23.24 an hour 21 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description 503867 Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States Staff Staff Full-time Closing at: Aug 12 2026 - 23:55
MDT Department Contact:
Cody Haver, 575-646-6289,
Internal or External Search:
External - Open to all applicants
Advertising Summary:
The Fire Protection Lieutenant staffs fire apparatus assigned to NMSU, including ambulances and special event teams. This position supervises the assigned crew and coordinates daily activities with the Shift Captain. NMSU Fire Department is a district of Dona Ana County Fire Rescue and operates within the policies, protocols, SOGs and operational directives of both organizations.
Position Details Position Title:
Fire Protection Lieutenant College/Division:
President's Office Department:
500425-FIRE
PROTECTION SERVICES
Location:
Las Cruces Offsite Location (if applicable):
Target Hourly/Salary Rate:
$23.24
Appointment Full-time Equivalency:
1.0
FLSA Status :
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit Announcement:
This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Contingent Upon Funding:
Contingent upon external funding
Standard Work Schedule:
Shift:
Other Shift If Not a
Standard Work Schedule:
3-shift model
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responds to and directs fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and hazardous incident operations. Leads on-scene tactical response for assigned personnel, ensuring safe and effective incident management. Supervises daily firehouse operations, personnel readiness, training, equipment maintenance, and compliance with departmental policies. Coordinates emergency response activities, mentors and develops firefighters, and supports operational planning and community risk reduction initiatives.
Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED certificate + 3 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Certification/Licensure:
New Mexico EMT-Basic or National Registry EMT-Basic License or higher [with the ability to obtain New Mexico license within three (3) months of hire]. Valid driver's license with ability to obtain a NM class E driver's license within one (1) month of hire. IFSAC certified Firefighter I and II or equivalent. Must obtain IFSAC Officer I or equivalent certification within one year of hire and New Mexico EMT-Intermediate license within 18 months of hire.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment:
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
Physical Effort:
Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
Lifting Requirements:
Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
Risk:
Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
