Fire Captain & EMS Incident Commander

Fayette County Administration; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayette County Fire & EMS is seeking a full-time shift supervisor with extensive fire and EMS expertise. You will supervise officers and station personnel, serve as a working member during emergencies, and direct daily operations.

The role requires leadership, training, and strong adherence to NFPA and local regulations. Requirements include a Fire Science/EMS-related Associate’s degree, Paramedic license, and at least five years in a career fire department with two years as a Lieutenant or

Qualifications

• Requires specialized training in fire science/EMS and an Associate’s degree, per the job posting.
• Paramedic license is required; National Registry certification preferred.
• Experience leading a career fire department and supervision of Lieutenants is essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, medical, hazmat, and other incidents; provide command and control until relieved.
• Directs shift personnel, assigns duties, deployments, and training.
• Oversees reports, enforces policies, and ensures station readiness and equipment maintenance.
• Directs pre-fire planning, hydrant maintenance, and station logistics.
• Supervises emergency responses and high-impact calls; evaluates incident strategies.
• Maintains station facilities and supports special projects as assigned.

Skills

Fire service leadership

Emergency response coordination

Policy interpretation and enforcement

Education

Associate’s degree in Fire Science / EMS Technology

Paramedic license

Job description

Fayette County Fire & EMS is seeking a full-time shift supervisor with extensive fire and EMS expertise. You will supervise officers and station personnel, serve as a working member during emergencies, and direct daily operations.

The role requires leadership, training, and strong adherence to NFPA and local regulations. Requirements include a Fire Science/EMS-related Associate’s degree, Paramedic license, and at least five years in a career fire department with two years as a Lieutenant or