Lieutenant

Chenega Security SBU; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Security SBU is seeking a Firefighter Lieutenant on Wallops Island, VA to lead assigned fire crews during emergencies and training. The role oversees personnel, apparatus, and equipment to ensure rapid, safe response and incident stabilization.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with incident command, conduct risk assessments, and uphold safety standards across operations and daily station duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board Firefighter II, or Florida State Firefighter Minimum Standards certifications.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Fire Officer I certification.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator Pumper certification.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator Aerial certification.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator ARFF certification.
• NIMS ICS-100, -200, -300, -700, -800.
• Must be at least 21 years old and able to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead firefighting crews during emergency response operations.
• Respond to fire, rescue, hazmat, and aircraft incidents.
• Conduct size-up, set tactical priorities, and implement response strategies.
• Utilize Incident Command System to manage resources.
• Supervise firefighting, rescue, ventilation, and overhaul tasks.
• Ensure safety and adherence to procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with incident command and responding agencies.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and coaching to crew members.
• Monitor performance and training needs; maintain documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Supervision

Training

Decision-making

Risk assessment

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Fire Science or related field

High school diploma or GED

DoD (IFSAC) Firefighter II

DoD (IFSAC) Fire Officer I

DoD (IFSAC) Driver/Operator Pumper

DoD (IFSAC) Driver/Operator Aerial

DoD (IFSAC) Driver/Operator ARFF

NIMS ICS-100

NIMS ICS-200

NIMS ICS-300

NIMS ICS-700

NIMS ICS-800

Tools

MS Office

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

Summary

The Firefighter/ Lieutenant serves as a frontline supervisor responsible for leading and coordinating assigned fire crews during emergency response operations, training activities, inspections, and daily station operations. This position provides direct leadership to Firefighters and Firefighter/Drivers while ensuring personnel, apparatus, equipment, and resources remain prepared to safely and effectively respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue, hazardous materials, aircraft-related, medical, and other emergency incidents.
• Serve as the lead company officer and direct assigned personnel during emergency operations.
• Conduct incident size-up, identify hazards, establish tactical priorities, and implement appropriate response strategies.
• Utilize Incident Command System (ICS) principles to manage assigned resources and support incident objectives.
• Direct firefighting, rescue, ventilation, forcible entry, salvage, overhaul, and incident stabilization activities.
• Ensure personnel operate safely and effectively in accordance with established procedures, training, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with incident command, responding agencies, and support personnel to achieve operational objectives.
• Participate in technical rescue, hazardous materials, and specialty response operations as assigned.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and leadership for assigned crew members.
• Assign and monitor work activities to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and operational excellence.
• Mentor and develop personnel through coaching, training, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
• Monitor employee performance and provide recommendations regarding training needs, performance improvement, and workforce development.
• Ensure assigned personnel comply with departmental policies, safety requirements, and operational procedures.
• Ensure apparatus, vehicles, equipment, tools, and supplies are inspected, maintained, and operationally ready.
• Verify completion of daily inspections, maintenance checks, inventories, and equipment accountability requirements.
• Coordinate reporting and resolution of equipment deficiencies and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain familiarity with department apparatus, pumps, aerial devices, water delivery systems, rescue tools, and specialty equipment.
• Operate department apparatus and equipment as necessary to support staffing and operational requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Required Certifications:
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board Firefighter II, or Florida State Firefighter Minimum Standards.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Fire Officer I.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator Pumper.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator Aerial.
• DoD (IFSAC), Pro Board, or Florida State Driver/Operator ARFF.
• NIMS ICS-100.
• NIMS ICS-200.
• NIMS ICS-300.
• NIMS ICS-700.
• NIMS ICS-800.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess demonstrated leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Must be capable of leading personnel during emergency and non-emergency operations.
• Obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Military applicants, if applicable, must have received an honorable discharge.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Safety, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible firefighting experience preferred.
• Previous experience serving in a lead firefighter, acting officer, or supervisory capacity preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of firefighting principles, fire behavior, rescue operations, hazardous materials response, and emergency incident management.
• Knowledge of company-level emergency operations, tactical decision-making, and firefighter safety practices.
• Knowledge of fire apparatus operations, firefighting hydraulics, water supply systems, and specialty response equipment.
• Ability to supervise, direct, and motivate personnel in both routine and emergency situations.
• Ability to assess risks, make sound decisions, and effectively manage assigned resources during emergency incidents.
• Ability to conduct training, evaluate employee performance, and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to communicate effectively through written, verbal, and electronic methods.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintain documentation, and complete administrative requirements accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic reporting systems.
• Skill in operating fire apparatus, firefighting equipment, rescue tools, communications systems, and related emergency response equipment.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $87,000.00/Yr.