Fire Captain

The City of Haines City is hiring a Fire Captain to supervise personnel assigned to a fire company or station under the direction of the Battalion Chief. The role leads and manages emergency response operations while ensuring personnel, equipment, and facility readiness in a safe and professional environment.

• Supervise and direct daily station activities, emergency operations, and station management for assigned personnel.
• Respond to fire, medical, rescue, and hazardous materials incidents; assume incident command as required until relieved.
• Ensure compliance with department policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Conduct training, drills, and continuing education to maintain operational proficiency.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, and readiness of apparatus, equipment, and facilities.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate incident action plans.
• Prepare reports regarding incidents, training, personnel matters, and station activities.
• Mentor, coach, and support professional development of subordinate personnel.
• Enforce safety practices to protect the health and welfare of personnel.
• Support community risk reduction efforts including public education, fire prevention programs, and station tours.
• Participate in performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and promotional processes per policy.
• Ensure accurate and timely NERIS and EMS reporting.
• Serve as Acting Battalion Chief when assigned.
• Maintain ability to perform duties of Firefighter, EMT/Paramedic, Driver Engineer, and Lieutenant as operationally required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of full-time firefighting experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Required certifications/licenses (Florida):

  • Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance
  • EMT License/Certification
  • Pump Operator Certificate of Competency
  • 45 Hour Aerial Operations Course
  • Fire Officer I Certificate of Competency
  • Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License

• Preferred:

  • Paramedic (PMD) License/Certification
  • Fire Inspector I Certificate of Competency
  • Fire Officer II Certificate of Competency
  • Associate’s Degree in Fire Science or related field

• Skills/abilities: Strong oral and written communication; ability to lead under emergency and routine conditions; proficiency in firefighting, EMS, rescue operations, fire prevention and inspections; knowledge of applicable federal/state/local laws and standards; knowledge of NIMS/ICS; ability to use Microsoft Office; ability to operate/maintain pumper and aerial apparatus, job-related tools, and radio equipment; ability to lift/carry up to 150 pounds.

• Other requirements: Pass post-offer drug screen, physical examination, and background checks including CJIS; maintain required certifications throughout employment; obtain and maintain Fire Inspector I and Fire Officer II within 24 months of appointment; remain current on regulations and occupational health and safety standards.

• Position open until April 01, 2026.
• Work occurs in office, station, and hazardous emergency environments with exposure to extreme weather, fire/smoke, hazardous materials, unstable structures, infectious diseases, loud noise, confined spaces, heights, and other operational hazards.
• May be required to report to work during declared emergencies in Polk County.
• City is a Drug-Free Workplace; post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical required (and applicable background checks including CJIS).