Position: Operations

Rank: Captain - Shift

Report to: Fire Chief

Salary: $60,000

Schedule: 24 Hours on / 48 Hours off

Deadline to apply: August 25th, 2026 by end of day

Benefit Package

· 100% Employer Paid Health Insurance

· Low-cost Dental & Vision insurance plans available

· 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance

· 100% Employer Paid Retirement/Plan (5 year FULLY vested)

· Kelly days included in schedule

· Paid Vacation

· Paid Sick & Personal Leave

· 457b Plan & Georgia State Firefighter Pension Fund available

Description

· Captains are under the general supervision of the Fire Chief. Work is performed in assisting with planning, organizing and directing overall activities of the Fire Shift and commanding a Fire Crew.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Knowledge of fire prevention techniques and State and county codes and regulations concerning firefighting and prevention.

· Ability to operate a variety of firefighting equipment and apparatus and knowledge of their capabilities and limitations.

· Ability to plan and direct the activities of subordinates.

· Knowledge of the geographic layout of the County and fire hydrant locations and capabilities.

· Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and determine proper course of action.

· Ability to perform the mechanical work involved in operating and maintaining firefighting equipment and tools.

· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

· Willingness to perform under hazardous conditions.

· Knowledge and ability to work with computers and software that are relevant to the position.

· Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, representatives of other agencies and the general public.

· Knowledge of county and department rules, regulations and procedures.

· Valid Georgia Driver’s License (Class F)

· Ability to keep & maintain required records

Required Education, Qualifications and Skills:

· Georgia certified EMT-R (EMT-B preferred)

· Valid Georgia Class F Driver’s License

· Firefighter II / Hazmat Ops Certification (Technician preferred)

· Fire Instructor I Certification

· Fire Officer I Certification

· Fire Officer II Certification (Preferred)

· NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 (300 & 400 preferred)

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITY

· Commands a Fire Crew and assumes command of the shift.

· Acts as Shift Training Officer as assigned.

· Plans and schedules work to meet department objectives.

· Evaluates personnel, seeks opportunities for employee development and addresses performance issues when necessary.

· Ensures that all equipment on hand is in operable condition and supervises maintenance of equipment and facilities.

· Responds to alarms, directs work of Firefighters and Engineers in rescue operations, forced entries, ventilation, laying hose lines, placing ladders, directing water streams and other operations.

· Assumes command of the operation, pending arrival of superior officer.

· Leads crew in periodic inspections of commercial and industrial occupancies to ensure familiarity with hazards, conditions, water supplies and travel routing.

· Removes persons from danger, including vehicle extrications and administers first aid to injured persons.

· Performs general maintenance work in the fire stations including cleaning, washing, minor repairs, painting and other maintenance of quarters.

· Cleans and maintains firefighting apparatus and equipment.

· Provides first responder services to the level qualified.

· Participate in fire drills and attends training classes as required.

· Performs related work as required.

Email Applications & Resumes to the Human Resources Director

Kim Daniel

kdaniel@brookscountyga.gov

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person