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Captain/Operations - Roving
Summary or Purpose
Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue and emergency care during ground ambulance and air ambulance transport as needed and other tasks appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assists with development of Public Education Program; assist with fire inspections and departmental training; travel to North Slope Villages as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statue 18.70.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, emergency medical, and medevac duties as assigned; may serve as an officer during emergencies or as assigned.
Assist in developing and maintaining fire department standing orders in manual form, with occupational safety and conformity to the National Fire Code as the primary emphasis.
Assist the Barrow Fire Chief and Village Fire Chief’s with support as needed.
Travel to and work in outlying villages to provide support and training as needed.
Assist the Assistant Chief/Training Officer and/or Emergency Services Instructor to assure training course is taught according to the lesson plan and as scheduled; maintain an adequate inventory of audio-visual and other classroom materials and assist with planning, scheduling and assisting with instructing technical classes.
Assist with maintaining personnel and volunteer training records and other documentation of employees qualifications.
Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned.
Assist with Arson Investigation and Fire Inspections as needed.
Assist with NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.
Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable educational opportunities and training as required.
Maintain inventory and readiness of equipment and supplies.
Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools, equipment and facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of NSB Fire Department policies and procedures, fire fighting and emergency services techniques and procedures, and related safety and legal issues.
Knowledge of fire ground operations safety.
Knowledge of pre-hospital practices.
Knowledge of methods and techniques to present training programs.
Knowledge and ability to use emergency response vehicles, specialized fire department and personal protective equipment and gear, rescue equipment and emergency medical equipment and tools.
Skill in assessing emergency medical patient care needs and providing emergency medical care, including work in aero-medical environment.
Skills in analyzing, complete firefighting and emergency services issues and developing solutions for prevention and mitigation of emergencies.
Skills in planning, organizing and scheduling technical training classes.
Skills in establishing rapport with small and large groups to facilitate effective training opportunities.
Skill in effectively presenting information in a classroom environment.
Education, Experience, Certifications And Licenses Required
High School graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and work related experience.
Emergency Medical Technician I.
Ability to obtain State of Alaska Firefighter I within one year of hire.
Three years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience.
Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough’s best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.
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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
Which best describes your level of education?
Do you possess a current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician I?
Do you currently possess a Firefighter I level certification? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
How many years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience do you have?
If you do have at least three years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
07
Do you possess a valid Alaska Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Anthony Neakok or Immediate Supervisor Kalen Texeira for this position?
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Anthony Neakok or Immediate Supervisor Kalen Texeira of this position?
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below: I am currently living in the same residence as the:
Responds to emergencies and performs duties related to fire suppression, rescue and emergency care during ground ambulance and air ambulance transport as needed and other tasks appropriate and in accordance with level of training. Assists with development of Public Education Program; assist with fire inspections and departmental training; travel to North Slope Villages as needed to provide support and training. This position is a regular member of the North Slope Borough Fire Department and is authorized to act under Alaska Statue 18.70.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Respond to emergencies and perform firefighting, rescue, emergency medical, and medevac duties as assigned; may serve as an officer during emergencies or as assigned.
Assist in developing and maintaining fire department standing orders in manual form, with occupational safety and conformity to the National Fire Code as the primary emphasis.
Assist the Barrow Fire Chief and Village Fire Chief’s with support as needed.
Travel to and work in outlying villages to provide support and training as needed.
Assist the Assistant Chief/Training Officer and/or Emergency Services Instructor to assure training course is taught according to the lesson plan and as scheduled; maintain an adequate inventory of audio-visual and other classroom materials and assist with planning, scheduling and assisting with instructing technical classes.
Assist with maintaining personnel and volunteer training records and other documentation of employees qualifications.
Assist with coordinating special projects as needed and assist as assigned.
Assist with Arson Investigation and Fire Inspections as needed.
Assist with NSB Fire Department Explorer Program as needed.
Maintain training skills and certification through participation in applicable educational opportunities and training as required.
Maintain inventory and readiness of equipment and supplies.
Operate, clean and inspect emergency, fire, rescue, medical and life saving tools, equipment and facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of NSB Fire Department policies and procedures, fire fighting and emergency services techniques and procedures, and related safety and legal issues.
Knowledge of fire ground operations safety.
Knowledge of pre-hospital practices.
Knowledge of methods and techniques to present training programs.
Knowledge and ability to use emergency response vehicles, specialized fire department and personal protective equipment and gear, rescue equipment and emergency medical equipment and tools.
Skill in assessing emergency medical patient care needs and providing emergency medical care, including work in aero-medical environment.
Skills in analyzing, complete firefighting and emergency services issues and developing solutions for prevention and mitigation of emergencies.
Skills in planning, organizing and scheduling technical training classes.
Skills in establishing rapport with small and large groups to facilitate effective training opportunities.
Skill in effectively presenting information in a classroom environment.
Education, Experience, Certifications And Licenses Required
High School graduate or G.E.D/or, a combination of 12 years of education and work related experience.
Emergency Medical Technician I.
Ability to obtain State of Alaska Firefighter I within one year of hire.
Three years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience.
Valid Alaska Driver’s License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough’s best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
- Yes, I understand and agree
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No, I do not agree
Which best describes your level of education?
- Some high school
- High school diploma or GED
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
-
Doctorate
Do you possess a current certification as an Emergency Medical Technician I?
- Yes
-
No
Do you currently possess a Firefighter I level certification? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
- Yes
-
No
How many years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience do you have?
- No experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
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5 years or more
If you do have at least three years of paid or volunteer arctic firefighting experience, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
07
Do you possess a valid Alaska Driver's License? Please attach a copy of the required document to your application before submitting it online.
- Yes
-
No
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Anthony Neakok or Immediate Supervisor Kalen Texeira for this position?
- Yes
-
No
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
- Father
- Father-in-Law
- Step-Father
- Mother
- Mother-in-Law
- Step-Mother
- Brother
- Brother-in-Law
- Step-Brother
- Sister
- Sister-in-Law
- Step-Sister
- Son
- Son-in-Law
- Step-Son
- Daughter
- Daughter-in-Law
- Step-Daughter
- Wife
-
Husband
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Anthony Neakok or Immediate Supervisor Kalen Texeira of this position?
- Yes
-
No
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below: I am currently living in the same residence as the:
- Department Director
- Immediate Supervisor
- Required Question
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