Fire-EMS CAPTAIN - Hanover County Fire Internal Promotion

Hanover County Government; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover County Government is seeking a skilled fire and EMS leadership professional to oversee a diverse division. This Captain role reports to a Battalion Chief and supervises Lieutenants, coordinating staffing, budget, and operations across emergencies and daily activities.

Qualified candidates will have substantial firefighting and EMS knowledge, multiple certifications, and proven ability to lead a team, manage resources, and ensure compliance with department policies.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong leadership and personnel management skills.
• Experience in budget development and expenditure tracking.
• Knowledge of Virginia Fire and EMS codes and regulations.
• Ability to prepare written and electronic reports.
• Strong communication with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates staff and performs related human resource functions and paperwork.
• Assists in the formulation of annual operating budget.
• Develops division plans and operating procedures as needed.
• Responds to alarms of fires, hazardous materials incidents, and medical emergencies.
• Prepares written reports and maintains department records as required by the Battalion Chief.
• Communicates with staff and volunteers and enforces department regulations, policies, and directives.
• Fosters volunteer involvement and membership to support a combination career and volunteer system.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

People leadership

Staff supervision

Budgeting

HR paperwork

Policy enforcement

Emergency response

Communication

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field preferred

Fire Officer II certification

Mass Casualty Incident Management II

Virginia EMS provider EMT certification

Job description

General Description

This is a skilled leadership position responsible for the provision of fire and medical services. The incumbent performs complex tasks to manage personnel functions, services, and equipment for an assigned division.

Organization

The Captain position reports to a Battalion Chief and supervises Lieutenants.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and coordinates staff and performs related human resource functions and paperwork.
• Assists in the formulation of annual operating budget.
• Develops division plans and operating procedures as needed.
• Responds to alarms of fires, hazardous materials incidents, and medical emergencies.
• Prepares written reports and maintains department records as required by the Battalion Chief.
• Communicates with staff and volunteers and enforces department regulations, policies, and directives.
• Fosters volunteer involvement and membership to support a combination career and volunteer system.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Working Conditions

A. Hazards

• May be exposed to all hazards associated with firefighting, EMS, and hazardous materials incidents.

B. Environment

• Field--Routine exposure to adverse weather, dust, smoke, noise, and fumes.

C. Physical Effort

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks in all weather situations.

D. Non-Exempt

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess considerable knowledge of modern principles and techniques of firefighting, EMS training, fire prevention and working knowledge of Virginia Codes, equipment, training techniques, and personnel management. Must have the ability to prepare written and electronic reports. Requires ability to make quick, sound judgments in all situations.

Education, Experience and Training

High school diploma or equivalent required (associates degree in related field preferred) and credentials and certifications from appropriate Fire and EMS agencies with (3) years as career Lt. or equivalent, Fire Officer II, Managing Company Tactical Operations-Tactics or Mass Casualty Incident Management II, and additional training– OR – Any equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Special Conditions

• Complete Criminal Background Investigation/Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• Twelve-month probationary period
• Maintain section-specific certification requirements
• Work beyond normal work schedule
• Essential staff designation
• Must wear uniform
• Shall perform work at his/her VA Certified EMS provider level of training (EMT-B, EMT-Enhanced, EMT-I, EMT-P), upon clearance by the department Operational Medical Director (OMD).
• This position is subject to the department's on-call procedures

Candidates are responsible for ensuring all required certifications and credentials are current at the time of application.

Applications are due September 13, 2026 by 11:59 PM.