Fire Captain

Rural Metro Fire (RMF)  •  Monsey, New York (Rockland County)  •  Full-Time  •  24/48 Shift

Reports to: Designated Fire Officer    |    Compensation: $27/hr ~ $88,736

POSITION SUMMARY

RMF Fire Captains lead assigned crews in fire protection and emergency response while strengthening—never replacing—the Monsey Fire District’s volunteer department. Captains maintain readiness, develop personnel and unite career and volunteer members, respecting department traditions and the community’s distinct cultural and religious practices.

• →Emergency response: Respond to fire, rescue, hazardous materials and other emergencies; perform suppression, search, ventilation, forcible entry, salvage and related tasks within training and authorization. Lead assigned crews and direct tactical tasks within delegated authority.
• →Safety and command: Operate under the Incident Command System; maintain crew accountability, communicate hazards, coordinate with mutual-aid agencies and provide medical assistance within certification. Assess risks, brief crews and enforce safe work practices.
• →Operational readiness: Inspect apparatus, SCBA, PPE, tools and facilities; maintain equipment, supplies, inventories and station readiness; report deficiencies promptly. Assign readiness duties and follow up on corrective action.
• →Documentation and training: Complete incident, inspection and training records; participate in drills, continuing education and required annual training; follow District procedures and safety standards. Lead drills, coach personnel and review records for accuracy.
• →Volunteer partnership: Work respectfully alongside volunteer officers and members; participate in joint training and support volunteer development, recruitment and retention as assigned. Build trust with volunteer leaders and mentor career and volunteer members.
• →Community service: Support public education, fire prevention, school outreach, preincident planning and Fire Watch coordination; protect privacy and property while respecting local religious and cultural customs. Model respectful service and guide crews in community interactions.
• →Crew leadership: Assign daily work, communicate expectations, coach performance, address concerns and document issues through the RMF chain of command; promote teamwork and accountability.

• High school diploma/GED; recognized firefighter training; New York State certification or documented training eligible for review/recognition by NYS OFPC, as applicable.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; ability to meet medical, fitness, respiratory protection/SCBA and preemployment screening requirements.
• Preferred: experience in career, combination or volunteer fire service; Pro Board/IFSAC certifications; NYS EMT or reciprocity eligibility; driver/operator, technical rescue, public education or volunteer mentoring experience.

• Compassion, Respect & Community — Treat residents like family; protect property, respect customs and serve with patience.
• Honesty, Integrity & Accountability — Do what is right, speak candidly and own outcomes.
• Commitment & Hard Work — Arrive prepared, work diligently and take pride in readiness.
• Teamwork, Humility & Unity — Put mission over ego; support colleagues and volunteers and resolve disagreements constructively.
• Professionalism & Leading by Example — Set the standard in appearance, attitude, conduct and service regardless of rank or status.

Document completed courses or District-accepted equivalents. Requirements are organized by completion deadline:

Upon Hire

• Firefighter II
• Fire Officer I
• Hazardous Materials First Responder Operations
• ICS-100, 300 and IS-700
• Electricity and the Firefighter
• Accident Victim Extrication
• Elevator Rescue
• Building Construction (two recognized courses)
• Alternative Fueled Vehicles and New Vehicle Technology
• Electric Vehicle Safety for Emergency Responders (online)
• Current CPR/AED

Within Six Months

• Search & Rescue
• Flashover Training
• Firefighter Survival
• Truck Company Operations
• FAST/ RIT (Rapid Intervention Team)
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
• Pump Operations

Additional NIMS onboarding: ICS-200 and IS-800 must be documented upon hire or completed during the established onboarding period. All six-month courses must be completed and documented within six calendar months of employment or District assignment. Specialized operations and vehicle driving require qualification and authorization before performance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EMPLOYMENT EXPECTATIONS

Duties may require strenuous activity, lifting and rescue work, ladders, confined spaces, hazardous atmospheres, extreme weather and use of structural PPE/SCBA. Personnel must maintain applicable qualifications and work safely within assigned duties. RMF oversees employment matters; District officers direct incident operations under applicable procedures.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Rural Metro Fire is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions comply with applicable laws. This description summarizes the role and may be adjusted to meet operational, contractual or regulatory requirements.