Lieutenant (Shift)

Bexar County ESD 4 Fire Rescue is seeking applications for the position of Lieutenant! Internal and External applicants are welcome to apply!  

Bexar County ESD 4 Fire Rescue is located in the northwest corner of Bexar County, Boerne, Texas, serving commercial, residential, and wildland-urban interface areas. ESD 4 was founded in 1973 as Leons Springs Volunteer Fire Department. Because of the region's extensive growth, an ESD was established to provide Fire and EMS service to its constituents. ESD 4 has a rich culture that encourages volunteers to learn about the fire service while becoming certified to serve in the capacity of part-time or as a career firefighter. We are now working to open a third fire station in Fair Oaks Ranch! We cover approximately 40 square miles with a population of 40,000. ESD 4 serves the citizens of Bexar County and Fair Oaks Ranch through an Interlocal Agreement. ESD 4 is operated by a progressive-minded, forward-thinking Board of Commissioners that approved a budget for a new training facility, personnel costs to staff Station 420 in Fair Oaks Ranch, and raises for our personnel, while covering 80% of family insurance! The department is a paid all-hazard fire department currently with 69 employees. We are hiring an additional 14 for a new station. Operations personnel work a 48/96 schedule. We are currently looking for three qualified individuals to fill the position of Lieutenant. This individual would work on a 48/96 schedule managing a crew of four and a station.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: 

•  Responds to emergencies, determines the route and directs firefighting until relieved 

•  Receives assignments and supervision from senior officers, following chain of command (such assignments require little or no supervision) 

•  During absence of senior officer, position may be assigned additional fire department duties and responsibilities 

•  Supervises size-up, rescue, exposure, suppression, overhaul and salvage operations, emergency medical services and other related emergency activities 

•  Instructs the principles and practices of firefighting, fire prevention, emergency medical services, hazardous materials, and other related subjects 

•  Conducts fire safety education classes to public and businesses 

•  Prepares records and reports regarding incidents, supplies, personnel and other matters pertaining to the fire stations and equipment 

• • Assists in annual performance evaluations, coaches and disciplines within the guidelines and practices of the Department 

•  Supervises annual testing and maintenance of equipment and apparatus 

•  Represents the fire department at meetings and other activities, works with other personnel and the public to accomplish the goals and objectives necessary to complete the mission of the department 

•  Evaluates department’s training needs and works with training officer 

•  Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all department equipment, apparatus, fire department rules, regulations, and policies and procedures 

•  Works well with the public 

•  Make recommendations to the captain to better enhance department’s operating procedures 

•  Effectively handles personnel problems 

•  Adaptable and flexible to change, committed to department growth and improvement 

•  Supervises the work of subordinates during emergencies and routine work activities, maintaining discipline and respect 

•  Knowledge of the geography of the district including streets, water mains and fire hydrants 

•  Credible, enthusiastic, and confident 

•  All other duties assigned by the Fire Chief.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants:

• 5 years of experience with a career fire department

• TCFP Intermediate Firefighter or able to obtain within a year of hire

• TCFP Driver/Operator or able to obtain through reciprocity

• Texas DSHS EMT-B, EMT-A, or Paramedic certification or able to obtain before hire

• NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800

• Able to obtain a Texas Class B Exempt Driver's License

• Fire Officer I, and Instructor I

• Fire Office II and Instructor II within 12 months of hire*

Salary and Compensation

We hold our team to high standards and recognize the importance of supporting employees both on and off duty. Bexar County ESD 4 Fire Rescue offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Salary: $89,283.18-$94,283.18 DOQ

Benefits:

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave accrual
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, including 100% employee coverage and 80% family coverage
• Longevity pay after five years of continuous service
• TCDRS retirement with employee contribution, Department matching at 2.5%, and vesting after five years
• Flexible spending account
• Training-Department Training and Outside Training Offered
• Uniforms
• Peer Support Team-Access to a trained Peer Support Team to promote mental health and emotional wellness.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in office, training, station, and emergency environments. Emergency conditions may include exposure to fire, smoke, hazardous materials, dangerous people or animals, emergency driving, traffic-control hazards, severe weather, and natural or human-caused disasters.

Physical Conditions:

Essential functions may require heavy, moderate, or light lifting; walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods; repeated bending; use of protective equipment; and performance of emergency-response duties under stressful conditions.

In person interviews will be November 9-13 with a hire date of December 14, 2026. More information to come.

To apply, please visit www.bcesd4fr.org to review the full job description and application requirements