Fire Captain
Fire Captain
Posted on :
31-08-2025
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31-08-2025
Job Description
Introduction
Promotional only - open only to members of Local 825 meeting minimum requirements.
Interested qualified applicants must apply via the JobAps portal before the closing date of the posting.
Study Materials:
We have transitioned to electronic media forthe study materials with the exception of the required textbooks. These documents will be accessible through your Departments OneDrive. This reduces our environmental footprint as well as provides instant access and overall convenience - at no additional cost to the candidate for these readily available items. If anyone encounters technical difficulties accessing the materials electronically please contact the Chiefs Office for assistance.
Click below for:
- Study List- (3 page list only) - SOG content is available on your Department shared OneDrive. We strongly encourage candidates not to delay in gathering all necessary study materials including the required books as we cannot be held responsible for any potential out-of-stock or delayed shipping issues that may impact study time.
- Job Description
Note that this jobannouncement will be removed on the closing date listed above -you are responsible for accessing this Study List the materials andreviewing all job announcement content before that date. You are encouraged to print and/or save the above Study List and the link to your Department OneDrive before the closing dateso you are aware of the material that will be included on these exams.
SAVE THE DATE!
Location & Report times:
Will be provided after the closing date of this job announcement.
Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information.
Candidate Orientation
The exam consultant will offer a candidate orientation video shortly after the closing date of this job announcement; the HR Department will notify you via JobAps on how you will be able to access this remotely. This orientation will provide information on what to expect in the examination process. It will cover topics such as: confidentiality and exam security a Written Exam overview; Written Exam self-scoring opportunity and appeal process; Assessment Center process overview and logistics; general exam preparation suggestions; and exam component weights. This process does not include a second review of Assessment Center scores as such subjective reconsideration is inconsistent with a fair objective and merit-based examination. The consultant will allow a period of time for candidates to submit questions they may have after viewing the orientation video. Candidate questions will be compiled and shared with all candidates in an anonymous format with no identifying information attached along with consultant responses; these will be made available to all candidates prior to the exam.
ADA accommodation - See below under SELECTION PLAN
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
This is supervisory and skilled fire fighting work in directing the activities of a fire company in fire fighting and in the maintenance of station apparatus and equipment or in the performance of other fire department duties of comparable responsibility.
Work involves direct command over a number of fire fighters in a fire company and responsibility for the discipline of personnel and for the proper maintenance of apparatus and equipment at a fire station. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Battalion Chief and is reviewed through conferences reports and observation of results.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responds to fire alarms in an assigned district and determines what equipment and apparatus are necessary; makes decisions as to best methods of extinguishing fires and directs work of fire fighters until relieved of command by a superior officer.
- Exercises direct supervision of the personnel of the company including entering burning buildings to direct their work which may necessitate considerable physical exertion and potential hazard to health and safety.
- Supervises laying of hose lines directing of water streams pressures of streams placing of ladders ventilation of buildings rescuing of persons and placing of salvage covers.
- Sees that all station equipment is returned to proper place after a fire has been extinguished and that all equipment is in good working order at all times; critiques performance at scene upon return to station.
- Supervises the cleaning of quarters equipment and apparatus at a fire house; conducts roll call inspects personnel and maintains discipline; instructs and drills fire fighters.
- Assigns personnel to building inspection work and hydrants patrol and personally participates in inspection work.
- Checks condition of hose being used at a fire; orders the repair of defective hose and the drying of wet hose.
- Makes out fire reports personnel records requisitions and other forms and reports regarding alarms supplies and other matters pertaining to the company.
- Coordinates the maintenance and scheduling of activities of the station and its equipment; inspects for needed repairs and completion of work; reschedules routines and assignments.
- Performs related work as required.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from high school
- A minimum of two years in rank as a certified fire lieutenant in the New Haven Fire Department
- All requirements must be satisfied at time of application to test.
- Supplemented by formal training courses in supervisory methods fire combat fire fighting fire prevention and related subjects and experience which provides the following knowledge abilities and skills:
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Considerable knowledge of modern fire fighting and fire prevention practices.
- Knowledge of and skill in the operation and maintenance of the various types of apparatus and equipment used in fire fighting activities together with ability to supervise the effective use of such equipment and apparatus.
- Knowledge of the Fire Departments rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of first aid principles and skill in their application.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in instructing and training members of a fire station together with ability to apply them to specific training problems.
- Knowledge of the location of streets and fire hydrants building construction types sprinklers and detection devices building usage and special hazards in the city.
- Ability to lead personnel effectively maintain discipline promote harmony exercise sound judgment and cooperate with other officials.
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing to groups and to individuals.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A minimum of two years in rank as a certified fire lieutenant in the New Haven Fire Department.
- All requirements must be satisfied at time of application in order to participate in the examination process.
SALARY BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 825 International Association of Firefighters AFL-CIO.
Selection Plan
To participate in this promotional exam process you must apply via this JobAps announcement by the closing date.Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. There are NO exceptions.
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. As such this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.
Note: All communication from the Department of Human Resources regarding this examination process will be made via JobAps. It is strongly encouraged that you allow for text alerts when applying so that you do not miss any important information.You must provide a valid working email address and you will need to monitor your email including spam/junk folders for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.
ADA Accommodation
If you will require an ADA accommodation for this examination process you must submit a request online via THIS LINK ( Follow all instructions on the ADA Accommodation Request the Job Title field indicate that you are a candidate for Fire Captain. The deadline to submit an ADA Accommodation Request for this examination process is the closing date of the job.
Conclusion
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Employment Type
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