Fire Station Captain: Lead, Train & Respond

City of Joplin, MO; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Joplin Fire Department is seeking a Fire Captain to supervise a fire station and crew on an assigned shift, ensuring readiness and safety. You will direct fires, EMS, and rescue operations, and ensure compliance with departmental policies.

The role requires strong leadership, training, and performance evaluation, with involvement in budgeting and program management within the ICS framework. On-site duties emphasize accountability and community service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fire suppression principles, methods, techniques, and practices.
• Ability to supervise daily station operations and staff.
• Ability to use ICS to manage incidents.
• Experience with fire suppression, EMS, and emergency response.
• Ability to follow complex instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operation of a fire station, fire apparatus, and crew.
• Direct fires, EMS, and rescue responses safely and efficiently.
• Perform fire suppression and EMS tasks at scenes.
• Conduct training and evaluate staff performance.
• Prepare periodic reports and assist with budgeting and program management.

Skills

Problem solving

Decision making under pressure

Communication

Customer service

Emergency operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Fire Science or Administration

20+ hours college coursework

Job description

The City of Joplin Fire Department is seeking a Fire Captain to supervise a fire station and crew on an assigned shift, ensuring readiness and safety. You will direct fires, EMS, and rescue operations, and ensure compliance with departmental policies.

The role requires strong leadership, training, and performance evaluation, with involvement in budgeting and program management within the ICS framework. On-site duties emphasize accountability and community service.