Fire & EMS Operations Captain

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

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.