JOB ANALYSIS: FIRE CAPTAIN, CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Date of Study: October 21, 2024 – October 25, 2024

Collective Bargaining Identification: R06

Job Analysis Conducted By: Tyffanee Drumheller, Examination and Selection Analyst, Talent Acquisition, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Number of Incumbents: There are 103 incumbents in the Fire Captain, Correctional Institution classification per the State Controller’s Office Filled/Vacant Position Report dated October 2024

EDITED TASK LISTING

NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these tasks.

Task Statements:

1. Operate firefighting apparatus to mitigate emergency and non-emergency situations while maintaining the appropriate drivers’ license/endorsement under the guidelines of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Section 15250.5 and 12527, as required.
2. Operate all fire, rescue and auxiliary equipment safely (e.g., generators, pumps, extrication equipment and hand tools, etc.) to perform emergency and non-emergency operations (e.g., medical aid, vehicle extrications, fires, training, etc.) in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, regulations, and standards, as needed.
3. Conduct fire and life safety inspections for the institution to ensure the safety of staff, Incarcerated persons, and building occupants utilizing State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes under the direction of the Fire Chief and the OSFM.
4. Inspect fire sprinklers, standpipe, and fire alarm systems on institutional grounds for the safety of staff, incarcerated persons, and building occupants in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards utilizing State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes (e.g., California Code of Regulations Title 8, 19 and 24), under the direction of the Fire Chief and the OSFM.
5. Assist, as needed, with periodic fire evacuation drills at the institution to ensure the safe removal of staff, incarcerated persons, and visitors in the event of a fire alarm activation utilizing NFPA Standards and State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes, as mandated
6. Maintain documentation on all inspections (e.g., fire and life safety, vehicle maintenance and Personal Protective Equipment, etc.) to ensure compliance with all fire and life safety codes and standards utilizing State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes as per industry standards.
7. Inspect and report equipment for the fire department (e.g. apparatus, rescue equipment, small engine repair, etc.) to ensure proper operation in accordance with Owner’s Manual as per industry standards.
8. Perform training drills for incarcerated person firefighters (e.g. rescue, confined space operations, suppression, etc.) to ensure proficiency and safe fire ground operation utilizing the Jones and Bartlett Learning (JBL) or other established fire training curriculum on a regular basis.
9. Makes recommendations for the correction of deficiencies to institutional staff, visitors, building occupants, etc., to ensure compliance with all fire and life safety codes utilizing State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes under the direction of the Fire Chief.
10. Makes all necessary notifications and complete all appropriate reports utilizing personal/professional knowledge, training and other resources (e.g. arson/ bomb investigator, fire investigator from OSFM, etc.) as mandated.
11. Provide training and certification to incarcerated person firefighters in all aspects of Public Safety-First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (AED), infant/child and adult for the purpose of sustaining life until the patient is transferred to a higher level of care in accordance with your Local Emergency Medical Services Authority (LEMSA) protocol, as needed.
12. Provide training to incarcerated person firefighters in fire suppression to ensure the safe operation of fire and rescue equipment (e.g., forcible entry tools, rope rescue and confined space equipment, etc.) in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, regulations, and standards, on a daily basis. (As per industry standards).
13. Train incarcerated person firefighters in tool identification and equipment operation (e.g., chain saw, power generator, positive pressure ventilator, etc.) to prevent injury in accordance with Title 8 Section 3203 and IIPP as mandated.
14. Train incarcerated person firefighters in fire prevention to provide a safe work environment for staff, incarcerated persons and visitors utilizing the JBL, or other established fire training curriculum on a regular basis.
15. Supervise incarcerated person firefighters during emergency operations to ensure the safe operation of fire and rescue equipment (e.g., forcible entry tools, rope rescue and confined space equipment, etc.) utilizing manufacturer guidelines, regulations, and standards, as per industry standards.
16. Supervise incarcerated person firefighters in daily routine of general fire station housekeeping and upkeep of the surrounding grounds to ensure cleanliness, orderliness, and sanitation of the fire department facilities utilizing DOM Section 52090.4.1, IIPP, Health and Safety Codes, etc. as directed by the Fire Chief.
17. Operate appropriate communication equipment to communicate effectively and professionally with institutional staff, incarcerated persons and adjoining forces utilizing mutual aid radios and institutional radios, etc. in accordance with the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS)/National Incident Management System (NIMS), Federal Communications Commission, etc., on a daily basis.
18. Drive fire apparatus during off-grounds mutual aid responses to assist in emergency and non-emergency incidents (e.g., station coverage, public assistance) in accordance with established local mutual aid agreements, California Fire Assistance Agreement and The California Master Mutual Aid Plan as needed.
19. Prepare appropriate reports for Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, institutional staff, etc. regarding all fire prevention and suppression activities to ensure compliance with the OSFM reporting requirements and DOM utilizing appropriate fire reporting software and local procedures as mandated.
20. Maintain records for Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, institutional staff, etc. regarding all fire prevention and suppression activities to ensure compliance with the OSFM reporting requirements and DOM utilizing appropriate local procedures as mandated.
21. Perform fire extinguisher service (e.g., inspect, maintain and recharge), at management’s discretion, to ensure proper functionality in accordance with the OSFM Licensing requirements and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 19/Title 24 as mandated.
22. Notify the OSFM as soon as feasible of all fire and explosions within state occupied facilities in order to ensure compliance with California Health and Safety Code section 13107 utilizing the appropriate notification process by calling the OSFM Duty Chief as mandated.
23. Escort incarcerated persons to programs (e.g., medical, religious service, visitation, etc.) to ensure institutional security and compliance with departmental policies and procedures in accordance with rules, regulations, etc. as required.
24. Escort outside contractors, Fire Marshal, vendors, etc. throughout the institution to provide safety and security in accordance with the DOM and Title 15 as required.
25. Conduct searches of the fire department common areas, incarcerated persons, firehouse grounds, etc.to ensure institutional safety and security in accordance with CCR Title 15 and Penal Code832 on a daily basis.
26. Complete forms (e.g., CDCR 954/form 5 and STD 115 Order form) for ordering fire department equipment and consumable goods to ensure replacement of equipment and supplies in accordance with policies and procedures under the direction of the Fire Chief.
27. Complete disciplinary forms (e.g. CDCR 837, CDCR 128A/B, CDCR 115 RVR, etc.) for incarcerated persons Central File to document incidents and disciplinary actions in accordance with CCRTitle 15 as required.
28. **Perform the duties as acting Fire Chief in their absence for institutional needs to ensure proper management of fire department personnel utilizing personal/professional knowledge, rules, regulations, standards, Incident Command System training, etc. as needed.
29. Attend all mandated training required by In-Service Training and Bargaining Unit 6 Agreement in order to ensure compliance with DOM Section 52090.6 utilizing On the Job Training (OJT), Fire Service Training and Education Program (FSTEP), National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG), California Incident Command Certification System (CICCS) etc., as directed by the Fire Chief.
30. Inventory all Fire Department tools and equipment to provide control and accountability for items that pose a threat to persons or to the physical security of the institution in accordance with DOM Section 52040.1 on a daily basis.
31. As the Incident Commander, participate in activation and operation of the Incident Command System in order to respond to any major disturbances, emergencies or mutual aid response utilizing Emergency Operation Plans, NIMS/SEMS and policies/procedures as needed.
32. Respond to all-hazard emergencies (e.g. medical emergencies, fires, natural disasters, etc.) to ensure a safe work environment utilizing fire apparatus, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), auxiliary equipment, etc. as needed
33. Respond to all non-emergencies (e.g. fire alarms, public service assist, fire department standby, etc.) to ensure a safe work environment utilizing fire apparatus, PPE, auxiliary equipment, etc. as needed.
34. Brief incarcerated persons firefighters on daily assignments (e.g. safety awareness, special tasks, tasks to be completed, etc.) to communicate expectations of daily routine utilizing verbal communication under the direction of the Fire Chief.
35. Perform daily checks of fire apparatus and equipment (e.g. pre-trip inspection, PPE, hand tools, self-contained breathing apparatus, etc.) for the fire department to ensure proper functionality utilizing checklist derived from NFPA Standards and Department of Transportation regulations, or other established guidelines as mandated.
36. Participate in one (1) hour daily physical training (e.g. jogging, weightlifting, hiking, etc.) during normal work hours furnished by the employer to promote health, wellness and fitness as scheduled by Fire Chief.
37. Promote acceptable attitudes and behavior of incarcerated persons to maintain orderly operations within the institutions in accordance with Title 15 Section 3004 on an ongoing basis.
38. Prepare for audits (e.g., Environmental Health, Certified Unified Program Agencies, etc.) of the institution in order to maintain compliance utilizing pre-audit tools under the direction of the Fire Chief.

Tasks highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification

EDITED KSAPC LISTING

NOTE: Each position within this classification may perform some or all of these KSAPCs.

Knowledge of:

1. Comprehensive knowledge of the operation and upkeep of motorized fire-fighting equipment (e.g., engines, patrols, command, etc.), to protect life, property, and environment against all hazards emergencies and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
2. Advanced knowledge of modern fire-fighting methods used to protect life, property, and environment against fire or hazards and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
3. Advanced knowledge of tools and equipment, (e.g., fires suppression, rescue equipment, and medical, etc.), to protect life, property, and environment against fire or hazards and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
4. Advanced knowledge of fire prevention methods to protect life, property, and environment against fire or hazards and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
5. Comprehensive knowledge of Basic Life Support (BLS) (e.g., Airway management, patient mobilization, CPR/AED, wound care, etc.) to protect life and health of staff, incarcerated persons, and the public.
6. Comprehensive knowledge of State and Federal rules and regulations pertaining to fire prevention inspections (e.g. fire systems, hazard reduction, visual inspections, etc.) and fire safety in a State correctional institution to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations.
7. Comprehensive knowledge of rescue techniques, (e.g., auto extrication, confined space, trench rescue, etc.), to maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
8. Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance of power operated equipment (e.g., generators, pumps, saws, etc.), to maintain the safe operation of equipment.
9. Advanced knowledge of Institutional and mutual aid response areas and resources (e.g., apparatus, water supplies, communications equipment, etc.), in order to protect life, property, and environment against fire or hazards and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
10. Basic knowledge of Homeland Security, (e.g., Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), Terrorism, etc.), in order to maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
11. Comprehensive knowledge of emergency response procedures to natural disasters, (e.g., floods, earthquakes, fires, etc.), in order to maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
12. Comprehensive knowledge of facility buildings/designs and grounds (e.g., location/type of fire suppression system, plot plans, utility locations, etc.) to effectively aid in the suppression/rescue operations during an emergency.
13. Basic knowledge of correctional institution policies, procedures, practices, purposes and methods of discipline (e.g., CDCR 128A/B or CDCR 115 RVR) to document inappropriate incarcerated persons behavior.KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification.
14. Basic knowledge of firearms to effectuate the safe operation, handling, and weapon control, while in the performance of their duties.
15. Basic knowledge of principles and methods of conducting fire investigations to determine the cause and origin of fires.
16. Basic knowledge of the proper use, handling and storage of hazardous materials to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and to create a safe work environment.
17. Comprehensive knowledge of modern fire-fighting apparatus, (e.g., engines, patrols, command, etc.), to protect life, property, and environment against fire or hazards and maintain a safe operation and/or mitigate an incident.
18. Comprehensive knowledge of incident reporting to accurately effectuate proper documentation.

KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification

Ability to:

1. Ability to control, direct and instruct incarcerated persons individually and in groups in order to provide control, instruction, and direction in the incarcerated person’s daily activities in accordance with policy and procedures.
2. Ability to train others in fire prevention, suppression and rescue work in order to provide for safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
3. Ability to interpret and enforce institution rules and regulations with firmness, tact and impartiality in order to ensure safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
4. Ability to evaluate the conduct and production of incarcerated persons accurately and impartially to ensure the completeness of their work and provide guidance in accordance with established standards and directives.
5. Ability to analyze situations in order to recommend and/or take effective action, prevent reoccurrence, and ensure safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
6. Ability to assist in the investigation of fires determining the cause and origin to ensure the safety and security of the institution in accordance with established standards and directives.
7. Ability to keep simple records and prepare reports, ensure compliance with rules, codes, standards, laws, regulations, guidelines, etc., and provide for safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
8. Ability to communicate effectively, relay information to staff, incarcerated persons, the public, and other agencies/resources to ensure understanding of all directions, rules, codes, standards, laws, regulations, etc., in order to ensure safety and security.
9. Ability to escort licensed company to provide inspection for fire protection systems (e.g., sprinkler, alarm, hydrant, standpipe, etc.) to ensure compliance with State and Federal Uniform Building and Fire Codes.
10. Ability to effectively follow the Equal Employment Opportunity Program to maintain a work environment free of violence, harassment, discrimination, etc., in compliance with all directions, rules, codes, standards, laws, regulations, guidelines, etc.
11. Ability to follow directions (e.g., laws, rules, regulations, operational procedures, verbal instructions, etc.) to effectively interpret and apply instructions to accomplish assigned duties and meet the goals and objectives of the department.
12. Ability to manage emergency incidents (e.g., fires, medical, rescue, hazardous materials, etc.) to prevent loss, escalation of injuries, and/or death, and provide safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
13. Ability to safely operate fire department tools and equipment (e.g., apparatus, equipment, hand tools, ladders, etc.) to maximize efficiency, mitigate incidents and provide safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
14. Ability to use proper lifting techniques (i.e., using bent knees, straight back, and lift with legs, etc.) to prevent injury in accordance with established standards and directives.
15. Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with people, organizations, and agencies to effectively meet the needs of the institution and promote and maintain positive public relations.
16. Ability to mitigate emergency incidents (e.g., fires, medical, rescue, hazardous materials, etc.) for property conservation, prevention of injuries, and/or death, to provide safety and security in accordance with established standards and directives.
17. Ability to understand and comprehend orders and directives (e.g., written and oral) in order to perform daily activities in accordance with established standards and directives.
18. Ability to perform arduous activity (e.g., fighting fire, lifting/moving equipment, positioning hose lines, forcible entry, etc.) in order to effectuate emergency response.
19. Ability to have visual acuity sufficient to perceive, recognize, and respond to various situations (e.g., fires, hazardous materials, medical emergencies, etc.).
20. Ability to effectively hear in order to protect oneself and others from potential harm (e.g., radio/verbal commands, structural noise, cries for help, etc.) while in the course of assigned duties.
21. Ability to work independently to effectively carry out tasks under the direction of the Fire Chief.

KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification

Skill to:

1. Skill to maintain fire department equipment (e.g., apparatus, tools, generators, etc.) to maximize efficiency, mitigate incidents and provide safety and security.
2. Skill to effectively operate all communication devices (e.g., computers, radios, etc.)
3. Skill to complete and maintain all training outlined within the Bargaining Unit 6 agreement within the specified timelines.
4. Skill to competently manage any emergency situation and/or incident at the institution or mutual aid.

KSAPCs highlighted in bold text are not currently on the SPB classification specification