Fire Training Officer (Captain)
Salary
$76,398.40 - $110,593.60 Annually
Location
Fire HQ, 24 Horseshoe Pond Ln, Concord, NH
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2027-02
Department
Fire
Opening Date
07/10/2026
Description
DEPARTMENT: Concord Fire Department
TYPICAL WORK SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, Days.
STARTING SALARY: $36.73 to $53.17 with comprehensive benefits package.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested candidates must complete an application using the City of Concord Online Application System accessed through www.concordnh.gov. Please include cover letter and resume. (Copies of certifications are not needed at the time of application but must be provided upon request).
If there is any doubt as to qualifications, candidates are urged to apply.
Responsible for providing oversight for the Departments suppression, hazardous material, and general emergency training programs.
Examples of Duties
Provides oversight for the departments firefighting, hazardous material and related hazards training program.
Carries out job responsibility in accordance with city policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including training in job skills, evaluating performance, resolving problems, and planning, assigning, and directing work.
Confers with superiors to keep them informed on key issues and progress toward objectives and to gain their support and approval; makes recommendations to assist management in making needed improvements.
Assists in budget preparation, purchasing, and various administrative functions.
May instruct department employees in all aspects of departmental services.
Develops, instructs, and evaluates training courses and curriculum that meet state and national certification requirements; addresses special or operational needs of the department.
Ensures the maintenance of training records; ensures that all members necessary certifications are current.
Maintains records and completes reports on training activities.
Act as liaison with New Hampshire Fire Standards and Training and other pertinent training organizations.
May serves as designated safety officer for the department, including emergency scenes.
May analyze and recommend policies and procedures.
Supervises and directs the work of uniformed and civilian fire department personnel; may write, review, or approve performance evaluations; approves or denies training requests; monitors performance through direct observation or reports of activities.
Interacts with citizens in order to respond to inquiries and complaints and to establish rapport and trust.
Confers with the Deputy Fire Chief(s) on key issues.
Plans, allocates, coordinates, and monitors departmental resources to ensure efficient and economical operations.
Responds to and may assist at Fire, Rescue or Hazardous Materials emergencies.
Interacts with the Mutual Aid Community.
Conducts workshops, conferences, and other training sessions.
Identifies appropriate training resources; maintains current knowledge of contemporary training technologies.
May serve as a member of the department safety committee.
May serve as a member of the city joint loss committee.
May investigate complaints against department members and recommends appropriate disciplinary actions as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in Education, Fire Science, Public Administration, Emergency Medicine, or Management and, five years of experience in the area of EMS, fire suppression and extinguishment or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
New Hampshire Firefighter II Hazardous Materials - Operations
Valid New Hampshire Drivers License Hazardous Materials Decontamination
NREMT or above Fire Officer II (desirable)
New Hampshire EMS Providers License
Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I (desirable)
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
Techniques of fire safety and prevention, including inspection methods, construction and occupancy of buildings, fire hazards, and methods of eliminating hazardous conditions.
Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management techniques.
Basic budgetary principles and practices.
Principles and practices of modern EMS/Firefighting techniques and equipment.
Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
Skill in:
Understanding and following departmental policies, rules, and instructions.
Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions and giving close attention to detail and accuracy.
Reading and interpreting documents such as building plans, safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Enforcing laws and regulations firmly and impartially.
Speaking effectively before groups of employees and public groups and responding to questions.
Writing reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Communicating clearly and effectively.
Researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
Motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development.
Safely operating emergency vehicles and their equipment, especially under stressful and/or dangerous conditions.
Analyzing emergency and routine situations efficiently and accurately in order to objectively stabilize situations and to determine best courses of action.
Mental and Physical Abilities to:
Understand and follow departmental policies, rules, and instructions.
Analyze situations and to take effective courses of action.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, giving close attention to detail and accuracy.
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of discrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Remain calm, maintain control, and make logical decisions in applying firefighting principles while directing emergency situations.
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, smell, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds.
The employee is required to use distance vision, color vision, and depth perception to accomplish job responsibilities.
Working Conditions:
While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to flames, smoke, extreme hot or cold conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, work in high precarious places, hazardous materials, risk of electrical shock, highly contagious and/or infectious diseases through close contact with patients and/or contaminated body fluids, and violent and uncontrollable individuals.
Working time may require irregular hours and flexible schedules.
Incumbents working conditions are typically quiet, but may become very loud responding to emergency calls and at the scene of a fire or other emergency.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
Our organization is committed to ensuring fair treatment, access, and opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, age, religion or other social identities in accordance with state and federal law. We recognize that each individual brings a unique perspective that is informed by their life experience and identity. Our organization is committed to recruiting and retaining the best qualified individuals based on a holistic review of their knowledge, skills, experience, understanding, communication and abilities.
City of Concord
Human Resources Department
Benefits Summary
BENEFLEX PROGRAM SUMMARY (Effective July 1, 2025)
Employee compensation consists of two parts - direct wages and benefits. The City of Concord provides a "flexible benefit plan" or "cafeteria benefit plan" known as "BENEFLEX". This plan offers a range of benefit choices in the areas of: Health Plans, a Dental Plan, Life Insurance, a Medical Flexible Spending Account, a Dependent Care Reimbursement Account as well as Accident/Sickness (Disability) Plans.
The City provides each full-time employee with benefit dollars, subject to annual City Council appropriation, for use in purchasing both medical and dental benefits, based on Federal eligibility guidelines. The exception to the Federal eligibility guideline falls under Healthcare Reform's Affordable Care Act with regard to adult dependent children between the ages of 19-26. The Affordable Care Act requires employers offering dependent coverage to cover adult children between the ages of 19-26, regardless of student status. Selection of additional benefits, such as a medical plan with a more expensive premium, flexible spending accounts or increased life insurance, may be paid for through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis. If there is money left over from an employee's benefit dollars after benefit selection, it is treated as taxable income. Benefits take effect on the first of the month following hire date. An orientation/enrollment session with a full explanation of the Beneflex plan and its options is held once each month for new employees or as needed when new employees arrive.
Because of the tax implications, this type of a benefit program is governed by Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Service Code. The Beneflex "Plan Year" is July 1 through June 30. After initial new employee enrollment, changes in benefit selections are only allowed during the group re-opening period just prior to each plan year, within 30 days of a birth, adoption, death, marriage, divorce, a change in the employment status of the employee or employee's spouse or within 60 days of a loss of Medicaid coverage or loss of coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Wellness Program
The City of Concord continuously strives to offer comprehensive, responsive, and flexible health benefit plans and programs. All full-time employees and City-insured spouses are eligible to participate in the City's Wellness Program.
In partnership with its insurers, the City of Concord is pleased to offer employees a unique opportunity to improve their overall health and create a healthier lifestyle utilizing an online platform. The City provides dollars ("wellpoints"), which can be used to offset the employee share of health insurance premiums. Wellpoints are earned for your participation in:
Wellpoints earned the previous Wellness year (June through May) will be awarded at the end of May. If an employee does not need the additional wellpoints to purchase medical insurance, they may be used for other aspects of the Beneflex program or just received as cashback in their paychecks.
Research has clearly shown that promoting health and fitness at the workplace and at home helps employees reduce the rate of premium increases and related health insurance costs, improve overall participant health, reduce stress levels, and become wiser health care consumers. The potential value of wellness programs to employers is just as impressive, with results such as reduced absenteeism, lower healthcare costs, improved employee morale, reduced employee turnover, better customer service, and enhanced employee recruitment. It is a win-win situation for everyone and it is fun!
Current Options Available Under Beneflex Program Include:
Health Care Plans
Three plans are available through Harvard Pilgrim:
Dental Insurance Plan
One plan is available through Delta Dental:
Provides full coverage on certain diagnostic and preventive services, and limited coverage on certain restorative, prosthodontic (bridges, crowns, etc.), surgical, endodontic, periodontic, orthodontic coverage, and emergency services.
Vision Insurance Plan
One plan is available through Delta Vision:
Provides coverage on a wide range of services (routine eye exams, glasses, contact fittings, evaluations and lenses) and offers additional savings on non-prescription sunglasses and laser vision correction. This plan is voluntary and is available through a post-tax payroll deduction.
Life Insurance Plans
Core coverage offered through UNUM with a benefit equal to one year's base salary (up to a $150,000 max) is funded by the City. Employees may upgrade in $1,000 increments with a minimum of $10,000 up to a maximum of $500,000 by funding the premium difference themselves. Additionally, employees are able to purchase spousal life insurance in $5,000 increments up to a maximum equal to the employee coverage, not to exceed $500,000 and/or child life insurance coverage in $2,000 increments up to $10,000.
Income Protection Plans
The Income Protection Plan is provided at no cost and includes a sick leave program, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance. The Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance is offered through UNUM and provides employees with a portion of their income when out of work for a non-work related injury or an illness beyond an initial elimination period.
NH Paid Family & Medical Leave (NH PFML)
Provides a 60% wage replacement (up to the social security wage cap) for up to six weeks per year (after an initial 7-day elimination period) for absences from work for covered common life events such as:
NH PFML will run concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when the employee qualifies for both programs. If the employee is eligible for workers compensation, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for this same event. If the employee qualifies for Short-Term Disability, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for the same days absent. This leave can be used intermittently.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)*
A FSA can be set up for Health or Dental Care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. Permanent part-time employees may also participate in this benefit at their own expense.
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
A Dependent Care Reimbursement account can be set up for dependent care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. Permanent part-time employees may also participate in this benefit at their own expense.
Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Account (LPFSA)
A limited purpose FSA can be set up for Dental and Vision Care expenses only, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code. This is only available to those employees enrolled in a qualifying High-Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Health Savings Account (HSA)
A savings account, used in conjunction with a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis to cover out-of-pocket qualified medical expenses. An employer may also contribute to this account.
must be enrolled in a High-Deductible Health Plan through the city.
OTHER BENEFITS
Annual (Vacation) Leave
Generally speaking, most employees accrue annual leave at the rate of approximately 10 hours per month during their first year of employment, with accruals increasing at certain anniversary dates thereafter. Most employees on an 8 hour schedule will begin to earn 25 days starting in their second year on a monthly pro-rated basis. There is no waiting period to begin earning annual leave. Annual leave accruals are earned on the 1st of the month for the prior month, provided there have not been more than 5 days of non-pay in that prior month. For any month where more than 5 days of non-pay occur, there will be no accrual earned for that month. The Personnel Rules & Regulations, departmental approval procedures, and/or any applicable collective bargaining agreement should be referred to for details.
Paid Holidays
Subject to the terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and/or the Personnel Rules and Regulations, employees generally observe 12.5 paid holidays each year. The holiday schedule is posted on the city's internal website under Benefits.
Retirement - Pension System (mandatory participation)
Upon employment, all full-time employees (35 hours or more) are enrolled in the New Hampshire Retirement System with a mandatory pre-tax payroll deduction each week of 7% of their gross income (11.55% for Group II Police employees and 11.8% for Group II Fire employees). The City also makes contributions to the New Hampshire Retirement System on behalf of full-time employees. The rate of contribution varies by Group I and II membership, as follows:
Group Rate as of 7/1/25
Employees (Group I) 13.53%
Police Officers (Group II) 31.28%
Firefighters (Group II) 30.35%
Retirement - Investment Opportunities (voluntary participation)
Three additional options for retirement savings are 457 deferred compensation plans managed by MissionSquare Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC - International City Management Association Retirement Corporation), PFPOPE and Empower and are available through payroll deduction. A traditional Roth IRA managed by the MissionSquare or a Roth 457 managed by Empower and PFPope are also available through payroll deduction.
Accident/Critical Illness Plans
Two plans are available through Allstate offering cash benefits payable upon the event of an accident or diagnosis of a critical illness or condition. This benefit is voluntary and available through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Legal and ID Theft Plan
Two plans are available through Legalshield providing the option of either Legal services or ID Theft Protection plans. This benefit is voluntary and is available as a post-tax payroll deduction.
Merit Pay Plan
Employees are eligible for a merit pay increase, typically one step on the applicable wage schedule, upon satisfactory completion of their probationary period and annually thereafter (again subject to satisfactory performance).
Employee Perks
Family Pool Pass for City Employees, Non-Concord Residents
Go to the Parks and Recreation office at 14 Canterbury Rd, show your work badge or picture id. This is a family pass but you must be the one to sign up initially. Parks and Recreation will confirm current employment on a roster. You will receive a specific color employee pass that you will use to gain entrance at all open City Pools and the Splash Pad.
Beaver Meadow Golf Course Guest of Member Rate
Employees will need to register with the Proshop to obtain a household account. Every employee will need photo ID, proof of employment (badge or paystub) and email address. Once they have completed that task, they will check in through our normal processes and receive the employee rate.
Concord Public Library Card for City Employees, Non-residents
Employees will need to go to any of the three branches to obtain a non- resident library card. You will need to bring photo identification and your name will be checked against the active employee roster. Once confirmed, your Concord Public Library card application will grant you full library usage while employed. The pass must be renewed and will be set to expire each August 31st of the current year.
This document is a summary, only for purposes of providing general information to job applicants, and is subject to periodic revision by the Human Resources Department. It does not constitute any sort of guarantee, commitment or contract for any aspect of the Beneflex Program or the Personnel Rules & Regulations, which are also subject to change. The Beneflex Program is administered by the City of Concord at its sole discretion, subject to annual City Council appropriation and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Employer City of Concord (NH)
Address 41 Green St
Concord, New Hampshire, 03301
Phone 603-225-8535
Website http://www.concordnh.gov