Fire Captain - 1055 (INTERNAL POSTING)

City of Columbia, MO; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Columbia, Missouri invites qualified candidates for a Fire Captain to supervise fire suppression and emergency response, train personnel, and ensure operations follow departmental guidelines and policies.

The role oversees station and equipment readiness, writes reports, and coordinates with internal and external partners. Required EMT-B, CPR, Fire Officer I, Instructor I and Firefighter I/II certifications, plus a valid driver's license. Deadline 09/15/2026.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Complete the Columbia Fire Department Captain’s task book prior to application.
• 6 years of related experience required.
• EMT-B, CPR and Fire Officer I/Instructor I/Firefighter I & II certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, and discipline of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hires; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
• Oversees staff preparation and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities to ensure response readiness.
• Writes reports and maintains records.
• Manages and operates emergency scenes.
• Communicates with internal and external staff and stakeholders; fosters community and public relations.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains knowledge of current trends.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Communication skills

Active listening

Data analysis

Report writing

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Fire Captain's task book

6 years experience

Job description

City of Columbia, Missouri Career Opportunities

Applicant View of Posting

Posting Number

Posting Number 4280P

Position Title

Department

Department Fire

Job Code

Job Code 03105

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Union Code/Affiliation

Union Code/Affiliation Local 1055

Division

Division EMERGENCY SERVICES

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to supervise fire suppression and emergency work of personnel responding to calls for fire and crisis-related assistance. Performs duties related to firefighting, emergency care, hazardous materials, and fire prevention. Manages fire station, equipment, and apparatus; trains personnel and ensures all activities are carried out efficiently, effectively, and according to departmental guidelines and policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, and discipline of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hires; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
• Oversees staff preparation and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities to ensure response readiness.
• Writes reports and maintains records.
• Manages and operates emergency scenes.
• Communicates with internal and external staff and stakeholders; fosters community and public relations.
• Participates in continuing education and maintains knowledge of current trends.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (2 or more full-time employees), including providing input on hiring, issuing formal discipline, conducting performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. Such authority is not merely of a routine or clerical nature but requires the use of independent judgment.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require considering different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
• Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has limited fiscal responsibility.
• May assist in the collection of data in support of recommendations for departmental budget allocations. May monitor division- or program/promotional-level budgets and expenditures.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Required to successfully complete the Columbia Fire Department Captain’s task book prior to application.
• 6 years of related experience required.

Licenses or Certifications

• Emergency Medical Technician – Basic ( EMT -B).
• CPR certification.
• Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Officer I Certification.
• Missouri Division of Fire Safety Fire Instructor I Certification
• Missouri Division of Fire Safety Firefighter I and II Certification.
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• Fire suppression and first responder methods, practices, and techniques.
• Safety standards and departmental rules and regulations.
• National Incident Management System ( NIMS ).
• Fire and emergency response equipment and operation maintenance.
• Safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of fire equipment and fire suppression and first responder activities.
• Effective supervisory practices and techniques.
• Columbia streets and locations.
• Fire codes and regulations.

Skills in:

• Monitoring and assessing the performance of employees to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
• Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.
• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex and/or technical data.
• Preparing and maintaining detailed and accurate reports.
• Organizing tasks and managing time effectively.

Ability to:

• Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and to train and/or supervise the work of others.
• Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Problem solve effectively and exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Operate fire equipment safely and effectively.
• To work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Regularly use a computer, software, phone, and related office equipment.

Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

• Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently or Often
• Outdoor environment – Frequently or Often
• Street environment (near moving traffic) – Frequently or Often
• Confined Space – Sometimes
• Vehicle – Frequently or Often

Warehouse environment – Sometimes

Shop environment – Frequently or Often

Right of way environment – Frequently or Often

Other: Immediately dangerous to life or health ( IDLK ) – Sometimes

Exposures:

• Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds – Sometimes
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes
• Communicable diseases – Frequently or Often
• Moving mechanical parts – Frequently or Often
• Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently or Often
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Sometimes
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) – Frequently or Often

The physical demands described here 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 essential functions.

• This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Incumbents required to maintain mental/physical health required to perform essential functions of the job. Required to successfully complete a post-offer pre-employment medical physical and at least annually thereafter.
• Incumbents are required to wear a respirator and/or self -contained breathing apparatus ( SCBA ) as needed.

Hours/Days

48-on; 96-off rotating, potential emergency on call

Starting Salary $28.47/hour (56-hour rate)

Pay Grade

Pay Grade F5

Number of Positions Available

Number of Positions Available To establish an eligibility roster

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874. CITY (2489)
TTY : 711 (MO RELAY )
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT , AFFIRMATIVE ACTION , EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE - EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program

600 E. Broadway
P.O. Box 6015
Columbia, MO 65205