Fire Training Captain Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bozeman/jobs/newprint/5015184) Apply  Fire Training Captain Salary $9,197.75 Monthly Location Fire Station 1, 300 E. Oak st. Job Type Full-time Job Number 00768 Department Fire Opening Date 07/21/2025 Closing Date 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit IAFF + Description + Benefits Position Summary The Bozeman Fire Department is now accepting applications for a Training Captain who will design, implement, and oversee departmental training program and may act as fire ground incident commander or Incident Safety Officer within the Incident Command System. This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a City of Bozeman employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. This great opportunity also provides enrollment in an established retirement system with significant employer contribution (14.36%), generous vacation and sick time accruals, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, and excellent medical/dental/vision benefits. Candidates will be expected to prepare and deliver a presentation as part of the assessment. Further details will be provided on Monday, August 11th. Interviews will take place in Bozeman, Montana the week of August 25th, 2025. Bargaining Unit: International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt Work Week: Typically 40/hours week. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only) + Designs, implements, and oversees departmental training program; + May act as a fire ground incident commander or Incident Safety Officer within the Incident Command System as directed; + Interprets, explains, and ensures compliance with Fire Department policies and procedures as assigned; + Oversees personnel and apparatus at training sessions; + If qualified, may oversee personnel and apparatus at fires and hazardous materials incidents, as assigned; Evaluates departments training needs and makes recommendations accordingly including development of training budgets; + Prepares long term departmental training program; + Assists staff in navigating the Department professional development plan; + Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions; + Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems; + Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas; + Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner; + Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities; + Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification. Minimum Required Qualifications + Minimum Required Qualifications: + High School Diploma or equivalent; and + Three (3) municipal structural fire department experience, some experience preparing and administering fire department training programs preferred; and + Possession of a Montana EMT-B or NREMT-B (or equivalent or better) Certification. + Must satisfactorily complete an extensive background, driving, credit, reference check, and a psychological evaluation; + Medical evaluation and certification required. + Possession of each of the following or ability to earn within six months. + Incident Command System 300 + IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Officer I certification + IFSAC/Pro Board Instructor I certification Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Thorough knowledge of the principles and procedures of modern firefighting, fire prevention, fire administration and related emergency response practices, for both wildland and structure fires; + Thorough knowledge of and skill in the operation of the various types of apparatus and equipment used in the Fire Department; + Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices involved in instructing personnel in the use and care of equipment and various techniques of fire fighting; the ability to apply this knowledge to specific training problems and programs; + Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Fire Department; + Thorough knowledge of the geography of the City of Bozeman, to include the location of streets and principal buildings; + Thorough knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including those pertaining to fire suppression and personnel supervision, performance evaluation and training; + Ability to perform as a fire ground incident commander or Incident Safety Officer; + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisors, other employees, and the general public; + Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; + Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions; + Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations; + Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks; + Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; + Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; + Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; + Ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks. + Consistently performs assignments in accordance with the City’s Core Values of Integrity, Leadership, Service and Teamwork. Required Special Qualifications + Must obtain Blue Card Incident Command Certification within 12 months of hire; + Must possess a valid Montana Class D Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment; + Offers for employment are conditional upon satisfactory responses to thorough background and reference check process and medical examination; This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by joining the City of Bozeman! You will be part of a passionate team driving positive change while enjoying a robust benefits package. Full-time City of Bozeman employees receive these best-in-class benefits: + 15 Paid Vacation Days increases with years of service + 12 Paid Sick Days + 13 Paid Holidays + 8 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave + Bilingual Pay Incentive ($300/month) + Montana Public Employee Retirement system plan options with 9.07% employer contribution and option to enroll in a 457 Retirement Plan + Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance including a HDHP option providing 100% employer-paid family coverage. + Annual Wellness Screening with participation incentives + Discounted Bridger Bowl Ski Tickets + Discounted Gym Membership + Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Eligible Employer + Employer Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance for employees and dependents. Employer Bozeman, City of (MT) Address 121 N Rouse Ave. Bozeman, Montana, 59715 Phone 406-582-2367 406-582-2970 Website https://www.bozeman.net Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email