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Fire Captain Updated: April 2026 • Must be capable of working independently and coordinating projects, deadlines, and working well with diverse groups. • Able to manage multiple tasks including ability to plan, prioritize, delegate and direct duties of paid-on-call Lieutenants and firefighters. • Has excellent organizational, technology, and customer service skills. Can manage multiple and changing priorities. • Excellent written and oral communication skills including highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to speak in public as needed. • Develops and maintains good working relationships internally and externally. • Ability and desire to project a professional and positive image through knowledge of job, attitude, and accurate and timely completion of work. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, and others, and work with the public in a positive manner. • Maintains continuous contact with the public and community utilizing tact, courtesy, confidentiality, and good judgment. Exercise strong discretion and independent judgment. • Considerable knowledge of public relations and conflict resolution techniques. • Knowledge of the principles of Fire techniques and building and fire codes. • Proficiency in preparing functional presentations using various methods and media. • Ability to maintain fit testing annually for use of respirator and N95 masks. • Commitment to exceptional customer service and a positive attitude. • Demonstrates a team player approach and a high level of professionalism in assisting staff. • Demonstrates initiative in process improvement opportunities. • Ability to perform successfully with minimal supervision. • Ability to maintain adequate and positive working relationships with staff and the public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Possess and maintains a valid Minnesota driver's license or equivalent out-of-state license • Education: High school diploma or GED • Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a firefighter or higher rank in a combination or full-time fire department. • Experience with computers and a variety of office software, including Microsoft Office Suite, ImageTrend, Vector Scheduling, Vector Training, and Tablet Command. LICENSES/CERTIFICATION • Licensed by the State of Minnesota as a firefighter, or the ability obtain licensing at the time of appointment. • Certified by the NREMT as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). • Fire Apparatus Operator – Pumper • Fire Instructor I • Fire Officer I • First Responder Inspector or obtain within 12 months of hire. • Blue Card (Local Hazard Zone Management) or obtain within 18 months of hire. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Three (3) years of full-time experience as a Lieutenant or higher rank in a combination or full-time fire department. • Line officer supervisory experience. • Associate degree and/or bachelor’s degree in Fire Science or related field of study. • Fire Apparatus Operator – Aerial and Mobile Water Supply • Respond within 20 minutes of the Lake Elmo Fire Station (3880 Laverne Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN