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RESOLUTION NO. 92-..lL
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A RESOLUTIOJl OF THE CITY OF OCOEE, FLORIDA, ADOPTING ABD
APPROVING A REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION SETTIBG FORTH THE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EKPLOYKIBT POSITIOJl
OF FIRE CAPTAIN, PROVIDIBG FOR SEVERABILITY: PROVIDING
AI EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS,
on May 7, 1991, in Resolution No. 91-10, the City
Commission of the City of Ocoee approved and adopted job descriptions for all of
the employment positions in the Fire Department; and
VBEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Ocoee desires to adopt
and approve a revision to the job description setting forth the duties and
responsibilities of the employment position of Fire Captain of the City of Ocoee;
and
VBEREAS, the revised job description setting forth the duties and
responsibilities of the employment position of Fire Captain of the City of Ocoee
has been reviewed and approved by the City Commission;
BOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COKKISSION OF THE CITY OF
OCOEE, FLORIDA, as follows:
Section 1. Authority. The City Commission of the City of Ocoee,
Florida has the authority to adopt this Resolution pursuant to Article VIII of
the Constitution of the State of Florida and Chapter 166, Florida Statutes.
Section 2. Adoption of Job Description. The City Commission of the
City of Ocoee, Florida hereby adopts and approves the job description for the
CITY OF OCOEE FIRE CAPTAIN as set forth in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and by
this reference made a part hereof.
Section 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence,
~ clause, phrase or portion of this Resolution is for any reason held invalid or
unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be
deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not
affect the validity of the remaining portion hereto.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective
immediately upon passage and adoption.
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Adopted this ~ day of September, 1992.
APPROVED:
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(SEAL)
For use and reliance only
by the City of Ocoee,
approved as to fOJl and
legalj tYt_ tqis ~ay
of ~~~ , 1992
FOLEY ~ ~~~ll !'i
By: tlw1<; ~
City Attorney
Approved by the Ocoee City
Coaaission at a aeeting held
on SEPTlUj'~U, IS, 1992, under
Agenda !tea Bo. -vr B
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EXHIBIT A
FIRE CAPTAIN
MAJOR FUNCTION
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This is a responsible staff position in directing the activities of
fire prevention and in the care of fire department property and
equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the
Chief and is reviewed through reports, observation, and results
obtained.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES
Assists in preparing budget estimates of anticipated expenditures
relating to fire prevention; responsible for keeping within
approved budget. Attends departmental staff meetings to discuss
departmental policies and procedures. Keeps abreast of all
departmental training, fire ordinances, and codes. Reports
violations wi thin the district to the Chief. Periodically inspects
the area served by the company to maintain familiarity with the
location of the fire hydrants, utility sprinklers, standpipe
connections, and the physical layout of buildings. Conducts formal
performance evaluations. Prepares accurate records and reports of
events relating to fire prevention and training. Transmits orders
and information, maintains clothing records, prepares all purchase
requisitions, and maintains training records and assigned station
inventories. Coordinates all training and prepares a monthly
training schedule.
Performs other assigned duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledqe. Abilities. and Skills
Thorough knowledge of firefighting tactics and principles as
prescribed by department policy. Thorough knowledge of techniques
used in rescue, evacuation, first aid, confinement of fire,
extinguishment and chemistry of fire and ventilation, salvage, and
overhaul. Thorough knowledge of arson investigation procedures and
related court procedures. Considerable knowledge of fire
prevention programs and knowledge of the fire prevention codes on
a fire company level. Abili ty to conduct in-station training
classes on appropriate fire service subjects as directed. Ability
to interpret and understand written policy concerning laws,
ordinances, rules, regulations, orders, notices, and procedures
which establish and regulate the acti vi ties of the department.
. Ability to supervise and instruct subordinate personnel.
Adopted 5-07-91
Revised 9-15-92
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FIRE CAPTAIN
Minimum Traininq and Exoerience
Graduation from high school or a GED and six years of firefighting
experience, two of which must have been in a supervisory capacity
with the Ocoee Fire Department; or an equivalent combination of
training and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
state of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards and state EMT
certification. Possession of an Engineer's Certificate from an
accredi ted school. Possession of an acceptable Florida CDL
license. Possession of a current Florida Fire Inspector's
certificate.
Adopted 5-07-91
Revised 9-15-92