Lead Fire Lieutenant – Emergency Response Leader

Winter Haven; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parademic Incentive

Technical Rescue Pay

Shift pattern: 24/48 hours

Annual performance pay step

Healthcare from day one

Pension plan

457 deferred plan

Tuition assistance and training

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Winter Haven Fire Department is seeking a Fire Lieutenant to supervise shift personnel, develop pre-incident plans, and direct emergency response operations, including fire suppression, hazmat, and medical incidents. The role includes establishing incident command and ensuring readiness.

Internal candidates must have Florida firefighter certification, Officer I, and Paramedic certification; five years in a career department with promotion within six months to Officer II and

Qualifications

• State of Florida Firefighter Certification
• State of Florida Fire Officer I Certification
• State of Florida Paramedic Certification
• State of Florida Pump Operator Certification
• Five years in a career fire department as an acting company officer
• State Fire Officer II within six months of selection
• Active enrollment in an Associates Degree program within 24 months

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs fire shift personnel and firefighting duties.
• Responds to emergencies and directs incident command until relieved.
• Maintains equipment readiness and staff performance.
• Completes evaluations and develops performance improvement plans.
• Leads drills, trainings, and public safety education sessions.

Education

Florida Firefighter Certification

Florida Fire Officer I Certification

Paramedic Certification

Pump Operator Certification

Associate degree enrollment

Tools

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Job description

The City of Winter Haven Fire Department is seeking a Fire Lieutenant to supervise shift personnel, develop pre-incident plans, and direct emergency response operations, including fire suppression, hazmat, and medical incidents. The role includes establishing incident command and ensuring readiness.

Internal candidates must have Florida firefighter certification, Officer I, and Paramedic certification; five years in a career department with promotion within six months to Officer II and