Fire Lieutenant or Captain - Fire Prevention

City of Lenexa, Kansas; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical/dental/vision

On-site medical clinic

4% retirement contribution with 2% IRA

Disability plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

City of Lenexa, Kansas Fire Department is seeking a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain to lead the Fire Prevention Division, overseeing fire prevention, life safety inspections, and fire investigations. The role requires multiple NFPA certifications and several years of firefighting experience, along with a valid driver’s license.

The position emphasizes public education, coordination with other agencies, and essential operations, with duties including reports, training, and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in a career fire service as a uniformed firefighter with Fire Fighter I & II and Kansas EMT certifications; NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I certification within one year of appointment.
• Five years of experience in a career fire service as a uniformed firefighter with Fire Fighter I & II and Kansas EMT certifications, with at least one year in a company officer role; Associate degree in fire, emergency medical science or related field; NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I, NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I and NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I certifications; completion of NFPA 1031 Plans Examiner and NFPA 1033 within one year of appointment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Leads, manages, plans and coordinates fire prevention, life safety and fire investigation activities within the Fire Prevention Division.
• Coordinates activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies and the public providing complex staff assistance.
• Supervises, manages and coordinates programs and individuals in fire and life safety inspections according to codes and NFPA standards.
• Prepares and participates in fire prevention, life safety programs and public fire education activities for businesses, schools and community groups.
• Supervises the fire investigation program for origin and cause determinations and recommends training and credentialing for investigators.
• Prepares and develops public education programs targeting community risks and trains personnel in fire prevention and emergency services.

Skills

Firefighter I & II

Kansas EMT

NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I

NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate degree in fire, emergency medical science or related field

NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I

NFPA 1031 Plans Examiner

NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The City of Lenexa, Kansas Fire Department is currently accepting applications for a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain to work out of our Fire Prevention division, dependent upon qualifications.

The City of Lenexa is a progressive, dynamic and growing community located in Johnson County, Kansas. The Lenexa Fire Department is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International and has been awarded the highest public protection classification rating by the Insurance Services Office. As a member of the Lenexa Fire Department, you and your family can rest assured you will be surrounded by like-minded individuals who value service and professionalism to the community, integrity and commitment to each other.

As a part of our team, you will soon realize working for the City of Lenexa is more than just a job. You will be trained, supported and valued. You’ll get to make a difference in the community while working alongside talented people across all departments. The City of Lenexa values work-life balance and will provide you with the resources you need to have a successful career.

Hours:

Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Position Summary

This position leads, manages, plans and coordinates the fire prevention, life safety and fire investigation activities within the Fire Prevention Division. Coordinates activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies and the general public providing complex and responsible staff assistance. This position is designated as essential, requiring the member to report to work in a variety of situations, including emergency callbacks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs building site plan and fire protection systems reviews for construction projects and conducts meetings with contractors, architects and owners regarding construction projects and activities.
• Performs fire code interpretation, written fire code requirements and enforcement guidelines. Prepares and issues formal complaints in Municipal Court for failure to comply with established fire codes.
• Supervises, manages and coordinates programs and individuals participating in fire and life safety inspections according to international building and fire codes and NFPA standards; applicable federal laws, state statutes, regulations, departmental and City ordinances.
• Prepares, develops and participates in fire prevention, life safety programs and other public fire education activities by speaking to businesses, schools, clubs and a variety of citizen groups in order to promote public preparedness.
• Supervises, manages and coordinates the fire investigation program that is directed toward origin and cause determination of fires, explosions and other emergencies that endanger life or property. Recommends required training and credentialing of fire investigators to accomplish fire investigation program goals and objectives.
• Prepares and develops public education programs, targeting specific community risks and risk audiences as identified through incident, demographic and program data analysis. Provides training and instructs personnel in fire prevention/life safety services, emergency services, standard practice guidelines, reports, records and equipment.
• Drives City and/or personal vehicle to perform essential functions of position.

Physical and Environmental Factors

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Minimum Qualifications:

Fire Lieutenant: Three years of experience in career fire service agency as a uniformed firefighter with Fire Fighter I & II and Kansas EMT certifications; NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I certification; NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I certification within one year of appointment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Fire Captain: Five years of experience in career fire service agency as a uniformed firefighter with Fire Fighter I & II and Kansas EMT certifications, with at least one year in a company officer role; Associate degree in fire, emergency medical science or related field; NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I certification; NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector I certification and NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I certification. Completion of NFPA 1031 Plans Examiner certification and NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator within one year of appointment. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary will range between $83,538 to $104,900 per year, dependent upon experience and qualifications. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year

Applications are only accepted online and must include both a resume AND minimum qualification certifications. Your application should include education and certifications, as well as previous employment history.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.

Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical, agility, medical, vision, hearing, psychological, background and MVR check.