How do they match: First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

  • Analyze burn conditions and results, and prepare postburn reports.
  • Direct investigation of cases of suspected arson, hazards, and false alarms and submit reports outlining findings.
  • Direct the training of firefighters, assigning of instructors to training classes, and providing of supervisors with reports on training progress and status.
  • Instruct and drill fire department personnel in assigned duties, including firefighting, medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and related subjects.
  • Perform administrative duties, such as compiling and maintaining records, completing forms, preparing reports, or composing correspondence.
  • Perform maintenance and minor repairs on firefighting equipment, including vehicles, and write and submit proposals to modify, replace, and repair equipment.

  • Prepare operational reports.
  • Write operational reports.