04-07-26 City Council Meeting Packet

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Fire Captain Updated: April 2026 maintain effective communication of daily operations and needs. Identifies and responds to concerns surrounding firefighter performance expectations while on shift and involves Command Staff support. • Maintains consistent, efficient and positive communication. • Monitors, supports and coaches performance. Assists in developing and providing on shift training, station training, and department training opportunities that align with the goals of the Fire Department. • Supports emergency management and fire/life safety activities to include public education, pre-plans, inspections, and special events to support community risk reduction and firefighter safety. • Ensure effective and efficient operations. Completes projects and tasks to support the department. Performs timely and accurate readiness checks on apparatus and stations. • Participates in department events and activities. • Responds to emergency callbacks while off duty, when available and/or as instructed. Equipment/Maintenance • Inspects and maintains fire apparatus, equipment, station, and grounds, as directed, following departmental procedures. • Completes proper check lists, maintains up-to-date records, and reports damaged or improperly functioning equipment. Complete basic repairs and/or schedules repairs for fire department equipment and vehicles. • Maintains a clean and safe fire station for the Department. • Advanced knowledge and working order of fire apparatus, EMS equipment, fire rescue equipment and emergency response equipment. Other Duties • Supports fire prevention activities including public safety education, fire code and life safety code inspections, and pre-planning of buildings and businesses within the City. • Serves as a representative of the City, performing duties in a courteous and professional manner that conveys a positive image of city government and that fosters cooperation and support with peers, superiors, citizens and other agencies. • Performs the duties of instructor for both fire and EMS training. • Works for extended periods of time with people of diverse backgrounds in a manner that fosters teamwork, acceptance, and dignity of fellow employees. • Maintains work habits, personal manners, and personal appearance. • Effectively carry out the policies and goals of the Lake Elmo Fire Department. While these areas are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Ability to work independently and to complete projects and daily activities according to work schedule. • Possess knowledge of work hazards and safety regulations and precautions related to fire operations. Performs work utilizing best practices. • Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. • Ability to demonstrate leadership while also maintaining a working relationship with fellow employees, contractors, and the public. • Ability to use various office equipment and software programs including but not limited to: Microsoft Office suite, ImageTrend, Vector Solutions, and Tablet Command. • Conforms to the policies and procedures of the City, the Department, and applicable sections of city code and state and federal statutes.