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AN INVITATION TO LEAD: FIRE RESCUE LIEUTENANT

This isn't just another Fire Rescue Lieutenant promotion. This is a call for leaders who want to build a department from the ground up. The Town of Jupiter is starting from a "blank slate," and our founding officers will be the primary architects of our culture. We are seeking a leader who is motivated by this mission and embodies our philosophy of service before self.

You will be a founding company officer, setting the standard of excellence for all who follow. We are looking for leaders who are excited to create, mentor, and build a department that the "community loves" and our "team members love."

WHO YOU ARE: THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

•A Servant Leader: You are the living example of our "culture of service to the community first." You understand that leadership is a responsibility, not a rank. Your first priority is to serve your crew, the citizens, and the mission.
•A Dedicated Mentor: You are a leader who actively "invests in your team members." You "provide counseling and guidance," assist in "career development," and are committed to your crew's "self-improvement."
•A Builder with Integrity: You possess the "integrity" and "initiative" this "blank slate" opportunity demands. The challenge of creating new training, processes, and company-level standards in a new department energizes you.
•A Clinical Leader & Skilled Officer: You are a calm, decisive, and highly-skilled officer who "supervises patient care" with a focus on our "leading-edge, new, and innovative emergency medical services." You ensure your crew is ready for all hazards, prioritize their "health, safety, and wellness," and are prepared to assume the responsibilities of the Captain position as needed.
•An Engaged Innovator: You embrace "innovation." You are excited to work in a department where "data informs decision-making." You are meticulous in "preparing and reviewing reports" and "documentation logs" to ensure quality.
•A True Partner: You are a collaborative professional who "collaborates with the medical director, hospital staff, and public safety partners" and works "hand-in-hand with the entire Town of Jupiter Team" to provide a unified approach to public safety.

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
This position is responsible for the supervision and coordination of the daily operations of a fire station or assigned crew, ensuring effective response to fire incidents, medical emergencies, hazardous materials situations, and other public safety events. This position involves supervising patient care, training staff, and coordinating emergency operations to uphold departmental standards.

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.

Directs and oversees personnel during emergency responses.

Coordinates strategies and tactics for safe and efficient operations.

Conducts training sessions on fire safety, emergency medical services (EMS), rescue techniques, and equipment usage.

Maintains and inspects firefighting equipment, vehicles, and protective gear to ensure readiness.

Prepares and reviews reports on incidents, crew performance, and station activities.

Completes required reports for incidents, medical treatment, controlled substances, and equipment inventory.

Reviews and maintains documentation logs.

Assists in personnel evaluation, discipline, and career development for assigned team members.

Enforces department policies and safety regulations.

Provides counseling and guidance on best practices.

Maintains radio communications with dispatch, hospitals, and other agencies.

Collaborates with the medical director, hospital staff, and public safety partners.

Participates in on-the-scene fighting of fires, ensuring adherence to department protocols and safety standards during active fire operations.

Performs direct supervision of firefighting units, ensuring efficient and safe execution of fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical operations.

Actively engages in fire prevention activities, including fire hazard identification, public education, and risk reduction strategies.

Provides firefighter training, ensuring that all personnel receive up-to-date instruction in firefighting techniques, safety practices, and department protocols.

Maintains certification and complies with requirements outlined in s. 633.408, ensuring all personnel meet state certification standards.

Supervises and ensures compliance with operational protocols for firefighting activities, fire prevention efforts, and firefighter training.

Ensures direct supervision and command of firefighting units, fire prevention teams, or firefighter training activities as applicable to the position.

Serves as a supervisor or command officer, overseeing members responsible for firefighting duties, fire prevention efforts, and firefighter training.

Engages in community outreach, including fire prevention education and public relations activities.
Remains current on fire and EMS technology, regulations, and procedures through continued education and training.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Serves as a member of various Town of Jupiter employee committees, as assigned.

Represents the Town of Jupiter at meetings, when requested.

Performs other related duties as required.

High School diploma or equivalent.

A minimum of four (4) or more years of Fire-Rescue service experience with experience in prehospital ALS services.

Florida State Certified Firefighter II (Florida Statute 633.408 compliant).

State of Florida Paramedic Certification meeting all training requirements set forth by Florida Administrative Code 64J- 1.020.

A valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized, and the ability to obtain the State of Florida license within thirty (30) days from the date of employment is required.

As a condition of employment, employees in this role must successfully complete a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and obtain/maintain CJIS certification. Failure to meet or maintain this requirement will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience serving in the role of (promoted or stepping up) a fire or rescue Lieutenant, or equivalent, spanning a one-year period or more.

A proven track record of service to others through any of the following:
- prior military service
- prior ambulance service employment
- prior governmental employment
- prior participation in humanitarian aid, disaster relief, or community development projects
- prior participation in your development or mentorship
- prior community services, volunteer service, or participation in a Fire Explorer/Cadet program

Multi-role training or experience in at least two of the following categories: leadership or supervision, fire prevention and inspection, community risk education, technical rescue, hazardous materials, fire apparatus operation, aerial apparatus operation, marine/water rescue, teaching, or instruction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have correct color vision and depth perception as noted in NFPA 1582. Must be able to lift and carry articles weighing up to 75 lbs. and push articles weighing up to 150 lbs. Must be able to wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, safety harness, respirator, safety shoes/boots, coveralls, gloves, bunker gear, and face shield. Exposure to extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Exposure to electricity, heights of up to 100 ft., noise, moving mechanical parts, confined spaces, vibration, radiation, dust, vapors, fumes, toxic metals, sensitizers, poisons, animals/insects, mist, gases, smoke, irritants, asphyxiates, and blood-borne pathogens.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization:Requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
Human Interaction:Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization:Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude:Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude:Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Functional Reasoning:Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.

Situational Reasoning:Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties, which are often characterized by frequent change.

SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application; evaluation of education, training, and experience; oral interview; background and reference screening; job related tests as deemed necessary. The Town of Jupiter is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Consideration for this position requires a credit and background check.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Town of Jupiter, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.