FIRE CAPTAIN jobs in Waukesha, WI

Are you an experienced fire fighter looking for a truly worthwhile mission? The State of Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is looking for an experienced Station Captain (Fire Crash Rescue Specialist Crew Chief) for a lead position at Mitchell Air Base located in Milwaukee, WI.

This position's scheduled workweek is 56 hours and may consist of various 24 and 8 hour shifts as determined by the Deputy Chief and or Base Fire Chief. This schedule flexibility is necessary to meet the training/operational needs of the department.

The DMA is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment).
• A casual atmosphere and flexible work schedules, depending on the position's requirements.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall wellbeing.
• Working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Under general supervision of the Base Fire/Crash Rescue Supervisor (Deputy Chief) and/or Base Fire Chief, this position serves as Station Captain. The Station Captain assists supervisors in planning, implementing, and monitoring the fire protection inspection and prevention program. This position will also perform the duties of station captain. As station captain, this position will monitor fire department daily work activities and ensure that the fire station, fire vehicles, and fire equipment is properly maintained and ready for operations.

The Station Captain will direct the activities of a crew engaged in fire suppression, confined space, hazardous materials, or rescue activities. The position will provide emergency medical treatment to injured persons, respond with crew to MABAS mutual aid calls and perform tasks assigned by the incident commander. Additionally, the Station Captain will ensure crew member inspects, cleans, and maintains the fire station, fire vehicles, and fire equipment daily and work with crew to report and document any equipment or vehicle problems.

Starting pay will be $23.82 per hour (about $69,363 annually based on 2,912 hours per year) plus an excellent benefits package. This position is in pay schedule/ range 05-13.

These positions also have Protective Occupation Status within the Wisconsin Retirement System, which is an accelerated retirement benefit.

For current permanent state employees, pay will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

Conditions of employment

• Required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a military driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Milwaukee County Class One and Class Two driver’s licenses. These licenses are required to drive firefighting vehicles on Mitchell International Airport.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a State of Wisconsin EMT certification.
• Must pass a pre-employment medical physical, drug screen, and physical agility test.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent at the time of appointment.

A criminal history background check will be done on selected candidates prior to a job offer.

An 12-month probationary period is required.

No applicant will be considered for Fire/Crash Rescue Specialist positions unless they certify that they do not currently smoke tobacco at all and will not do so on or off duty at any time during employment.

All new employees will be required to report to JFHQ in Madison on the Monday of their first week of employment for the New Employee Orientation (NEO) program. Additional information will be sent to the new employees and their supervisors on the Tuesday prior to NEO.

The following certifications are the minimum requirements for this position:

• Firefighter 1
• Fire Officer 1
• Fire Inspector 1
• Fire Instructor 1
• Hazmat Incident Command
• Airport Firefighter

These certifications must be issued by the Department of Defense, OR equivalent certifications from a program or organization which is accredited by IFSAC or ProBoard.

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You will be required to attach a resume as well as answer several yes/no questions. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion) should complete the online application process by the stated deadline.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Michele Sorum at Michele.Sorum@widma.gov or 608-242-3149.

If you have technical difficulties, you should refer to the Frequently Asked Questions or the Wisc.Jobs helpdesk is available Monday-Friday, 7:45am-4:30pm at 608-267-1012 or wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov.

The Department of Military Affairs is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment Assistance page on the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs’ website.

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The online application process must be completed by 11:59 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024.