Senior Fire Captain & ALS Paramedic Leader

City of Homer, Alaska; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 71,071 - 86,864; Full time

Job summary

The City of Homer, Alaska, is seeking a Fire Captain / ALS EMT to lead firefighting and emergency medical services for the Homer Volunteer Fire Department.

Responsibilities include commanding incidents, training personnel, managing budgets and records, and ensuring readiness of equipment and facilities. The role requires extensive firefighting/EMS experience, state certifications, and ability to work rotating shifts and meet physical requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter 1 & 2 certification.
• Hazardous Materials Operations level certification.
• IFSAC or ProBoard Fire Officer 1.
• State of Alaska EMT 3/NRAEMT or higher ALS certification.
• Fire/EMS instructor certification.
• Meet Homer Volunteer Fire Department driver/operator requirements.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and lead fire personnel and volunteers.
• Respond to emergencies, perform fire suppression and EMS duties.
• Operate and inspect emergency tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Prepare department records and reports.
• Prepare and coordinate training materials and sessions.
• Lead during emergency responses and training activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Statutes knowledge

Firefighting experience

Office procedures

Policy knowledge

Emergency equipment

Training program development

Education

High school diploma

IFSAAC/ProBoard Firefighter 1 & 2

Hazardous Materials Operations

IFSAAC/ProBoard Fire Officer 1

State EMT 3/NRAEMT ALS

Fire/EMS instructor certification

Driver/Operator certification

Tools

Office software

NFPA standards familiarity

Job description

The City of Homer, Alaska, is seeking a Fire Captain / ALS EMT to lead firefighting and emergency medical services for the Homer Volunteer Fire Department.

Responsibilities include commanding incidents, training personnel, managing budgets and records, and ensuring readiness of equipment and facilities. The role requires extensive firefighting/EMS experience, state certifications, and ability to work rotating shifts and meet physical requirements.