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DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES
JOB TITLE: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SHIFT LIEUTENANT
COMPENSATION: NIGHT SHIFT- GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 1- $29.59 HOURLY/$61,547 ANNUALLY
GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 10- $36.16 HOURLY/$75,213 ANNUALLY
*SALARY IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, AND SALARY MAY BE HIGHER BASED ON EXPERIENCE
WORK LOCATION: GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING, ONE W. MARKET ST., SNOW HILL, MD 21863
WORK SCHEDULE: 12-HOUR SHIFTS- NIGHTSHIFT: 6:30PM- 6:30 AM, 2 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS OFF, 3 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS
OFF, 2 DAYS ON, 3 DAYS OFF, THEN REPEAT; SCHEDULE ROTATION WORKS EVERY OTHER
WEEKEND, WITH ON-CALL AS A REQUIREMENT
***SUBJECT TO CALL BACK WITH LITTLE TO NO NOTICE
***ADDITIONAL PAY WHILE ON CALL- $28.57/DAY
APPLICATION PERIOD: UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: OUR MAIN PAGE: WORCESTER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for the day-to-day operation and supervision of the team on their
assigned shift (Emergency Communication Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s), keeping records and administering
clerical duties, and reporting to the Assistant Chief of Communications. Will report to the Deputy Director and/or
Director of Emergency Services in the absence of the Assistant Chief of Communications.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Safety-sensitive position subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing
- Essential personnel subject to emergency call-back with little or no notice. Subject to mandatory overtime as
- Must meet FBI and State of Maryland requirements for access to criminal justice information, including U.S.
- Successfully pass a pre-qualifying computer dispatch test
- Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, motor vehicle history, work
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Successfully pass pre-employment psychological testing
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to work day shift and night shift
- Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism in high-stress environments
- Required to be on-call. Must be able to work both shifts: 6:30 PM- 6:30 AM and 6:30 AM- 6:30 PM
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will change at the discretion of the Assistant
Chief of Communications to meet department needs
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receives and dispatches all emergency calls that include police, fire, ambulance, and other agencies that call
- Routes administrative, emergency, and non-emergency calls and walk-in messages
- Oversees training of the Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s on the equipment and
- Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to all Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and
- Reports any equipment malfunction and possesses a thorough knowledge of the equipment functions and
- Writes and submits reports and records to the Assistant Chief of Communications and Administration
- Assists in creation, revision, distribution, and training of operational instruction/policy, materials, and
equipment
- Oversees the schedule of those of their shift and those filling in on their shift
- Provides pre-arrival medical, fire, and police instruction utilizing protocols established by the National
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures as outlined in the Standard Procedure Operation Manual,
- Maintains certification in METERS/Miles training
- Maintains certification in CPR, all three disciplines and ETC from the International Academies of Emergency
- Has decision-making authority with respect to activities and staff on their assigned shift
- Trains new employees, assists those on their shift with maintaining their certifications, and assists in audits
- Completes assigned trainings and tasks accurately and by established deadlines
- Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed
- Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials,
- Complies with the safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc.
- Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with the record retention schedule
- Complies with the Worcester County Government Personnel Rules & Regulations and safety programs
- Performs additional duties as required by the Department Head, Assistant Chief of Communications, and
Administrative Staff
• High school diploma or GED
- U.S. citizenship to comply with FBI and State of Maryland requirements
• Ability to work in a pleasant and harmonious manner with the general public and co-workers
- Must have completed the Maryland Staff Training Requirements for an Emergency Communication Specialist
- Must acquire the following certification within 18 months of employment: IS-240, ICS-300, IS-324, IS-706, IS-
- Must be a certified training officer (CTO) in dispatch and maintain the certification
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
- Must understand that shifts may be changed at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Communications and
- Knowledge of the geography of Worcester County
- Familiar with office equipment, i.e., fax, copier, and personal computer
- Must possess computer skills, including Microsoft products and word processing software.
- Must possess basic typing skills, including the ability to type 35 words per minute
- Must be able to type on the computer and listen on the phone/radio at the same time
- Ability to supervise other staff members; Supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms; and to
- Ability to apply acquired knowledge to increasingly varied and complex tasks.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time (12-hour shifts), speak clearly and concisely, and work under
- Ability to hear by telephone, radio, and in person so as not to interfere with any communication function
- Employees with this job title are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required with little or no
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and driving record with less than 4 points. Must provide a copy of the
driving record
• Must successfully complete NENA 9-1-1 Supervisor program within 1 year of hire (if available)
SAFETY ANALYSIS:
(Rarely (<5% of the time), Occasional (5-25% of the time), Frequent (25-75% of the time); Constant (<75% of the
time)
Sedentary work for 6-12-hour shifts; Constant sitting, viewing; Frequent talking, hearing; Occasional pushing,
pulling, carrying, lifting up to 10 lbs. No known significant hazard risk.
Worcester County Government Benefits Information
Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf
Paid Time Off
Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.
Medical Benefits
Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.
Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.
Retirement
All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.
Part Time Employees
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.
Extras for All Employees
All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.
For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.
DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES
JOB TITLE: EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SHIFT LIEUTENANT
COMPENSATION: NIGHT SHIFT- GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 1- $29.59 HOURLY/$61,547 ANNUALLY
GRADE 19SHIFT/STEP 10- $36.16 HOURLY/$75,213 ANNUALLY
*SALARY IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, AND SALARY MAY BE HIGHER BASED ON EXPERIENCE
WORK LOCATION: GOVERNMENT CENTER BUILDING, ONE W. MARKET ST., SNOW HILL, MD 21863
WORK SCHEDULE: 12-HOUR SHIFTS- NIGHTSHIFT: 6:30PM- 6:30 AM, 2 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS OFF, 3 DAYS ON, 2 DAYS
OFF, 2 DAYS ON, 3 DAYS OFF, THEN REPEAT; SCHEDULE ROTATION WORKS EVERY OTHER
WEEKEND, WITH ON-CALL AS A REQUIREMENT
***SUBJECT TO CALL BACK WITH LITTLE TO NO NOTICE
***ADDITIONAL PAY WHILE ON CALL- $28.57/DAY
APPLICATION PERIOD: UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: OUR MAIN PAGE: WORCESTER COUNTY EMPLOYMENT
JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for the day-to-day operation and supervision of the team on their
assigned shift (Emergency Communication Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s), keeping records and administering
clerical duties, and reporting to the Assistant Chief of Communications. Will report to the Deputy Director and/or
Director of Emergency Services in the absence of the Assistant Chief of Communications.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Safety-sensitive position subject to Drug and Alcohol Testing
- Essential personnel subject to emergency call-back with little or no notice. Subject to mandatory overtime as
- Must meet FBI and State of Maryland requirements for access to criminal justice information, including U.S.
- Successfully pass a pre-qualifying computer dispatch test
- Successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprinting, motor vehicle history, work
- Successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Successfully pass pre-employment psychological testing
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays
- Must be able to work day shift and night shift
- Must maintain confidentiality and professionalism in high-stress environments
- Required to be on-call. Must be able to work both shifts: 6:30 PM- 6:30 AM and 6:30 AM- 6:30 PM
- Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will change at the discretion of the Assistant
Chief of Communications to meet department needs
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Receives and dispatches all emergency calls that include police, fire, ambulance, and other agencies that call
- Routes administrative, emergency, and non-emergency calls and walk-in messages
- Oversees training of the Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and II’s on the equipment and
- Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to all Emergency Communications Specialist Trainees, I’s and
- Reports any equipment malfunction and possesses a thorough knowledge of the equipment functions and
- Writes and submits reports and records to the Assistant Chief of Communications and Administration
- Assists in creation, revision, distribution, and training of operational instruction/policy, materials, and
equipment
- Oversees the schedule of those of their shift and those filling in on their shift
- Provides pre-arrival medical, fire, and police instruction utilizing protocols established by the National
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures as outlined in the Standard Procedure Operation Manual,
- Maintains certification in METERS/Miles training
- Maintains certification in CPR, all three disciplines and ETC from the International Academies of Emergency
- Has decision-making authority with respect to activities and staff on their assigned shift
- Trains new employees, assists those on their shift with maintaining their certifications, and assists in audits
- Completes assigned trainings and tasks accurately and by established deadlines
- Cross-trains and backs up other staff as needed
- Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co-workers, elected or appointed officials,
- Complies with the safety programs, procedures, training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc.
- Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with the record retention schedule
- Complies with the Worcester County Government Personnel Rules & Regulations and safety programs
- Performs additional duties as required by the Department Head, Assistant Chief of Communications, and
Administrative Staff
• High school diploma or GED
- U.S. citizenship to comply with FBI and State of Maryland requirements
• Ability to work in a pleasant and harmonious manner with the general public and co-workers
- Must have completed the Maryland Staff Training Requirements for an Emergency Communication Specialist
- Must acquire the following certification within 18 months of employment: IS-240, ICS-300, IS-324, IS-706, IS-
- Must be a certified training officer (CTO) in dispatch and maintain the certification
- Must be able to work any shift, weekends, and holidays
- Must understand that shifts may be changed at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Communications and
- Knowledge of the geography of Worcester County
- Familiar with office equipment, i.e., fax, copier, and personal computer
- Must possess computer skills, including Microsoft products and word processing software.
- Must possess basic typing skills, including the ability to type 35 words per minute
- Must be able to type on the computer and listen on the phone/radio at the same time
- Ability to supervise other staff members; Supervisory experience preferred
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; keep records and logs; complete written forms; and to
- Ability to apply acquired knowledge to increasingly varied and complex tasks.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time (12-hour shifts), speak clearly and concisely, and work under
- Ability to hear by telephone, radio, and in person so as not to interfere with any communication function
- Employees with this job title are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required with little or no
- Possession of a valid driver’s license and driving record with less than 4 points. Must provide a copy of the
driving record
• Must successfully complete NENA 9-1-1 Supervisor program within 1 year of hire (if available)
SAFETY ANALYSIS:
(Rarely (<5% of the time), Occasional (5-25% of the time), Frequent (25-75% of the time); Constant (<75% of the
time)
Sedentary work for 6-12-hour shifts; Constant sitting, viewing; Frequent talking, hearing; Occasional pushing,
pulling, carrying, lifting up to 10 lbs. No known significant hazard risk.
Worcester County Government Benefits Information
Worcester County Government offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, including
medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and much more! To
learn more details about our full range of benefits, please view our Benefits Guide at
Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf
Paid Time Off
Full time employees can accrue up to 248 hours of paid time off in the first year of employment
starting on the first full pay period. This includes up to 80 hours of vacation, up to 120 hours of sick,
and up to 48 hours of personal leave. The accrual for vacation increases after 6 years and 11 years.
Unused vacation and sick leave can be rolled over annually as outlined in the policy details. Full
time employees are granted 15 paid holidays in calendar year 2026.
Medical Benefits
Full time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account(s), and
AFLAC voluntary plans on the first day of the month after date of hire. Please visit our on-line
Benefits Guide at the link above for additional details about the plans, co-pays, and premiums.
Full time employees are eligible for county paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance on
the first day of the month following six months of employment.
Retirement
All employees budgeted for 500 hours, or more will automatically participate in Maryland State
Retirement effective on the date of hire, if not already retired from a Maryland State Retirement
system. All employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan that offers pre-tax
and ROTH contribution options. The county provides a $1 for $1 match of employee’s contributions
up to a maximum of $1,500 per fiscal year as outlined in the plan documents.
Part Time Employees
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the deferred compensation plan on the first day of
the month after date of hire. Part time employees are eligible to earn 1 hour for every 30 hours
worked of sick leave (up to 64 hours). Sick leave can be taken after a 106-day waiting period.
Extras for All Employees
All employees are eligible to use the Fitness Room at the Worcester County Recreation Center at no
cost. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides telephone
consultations and up to 3 face-to-face visits per year. All employees are eligible for SECU credit
union membership.
For more information, please view our Benefits Guide at Worcester_Guide_2026.pdf or call
Human Resources at 410-632-0090.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in fire lieutenant jobs.
- Firefighter II certification from a state-accredited or IFSAC-recognized program
- Current EMT-Basic or paramedic license appropriate to the department's service level
- Minimum years of full-time firefighting experience, typically as a driver or engineer
- Fire Officer I or equivalent company officer certification
- ICS 200 and ICS 300 completion for incident command at the company officer level
- Valid driver's license with the ability to obtain department apparatus endorsements
Tips for Your Fire Lieutenant Job Search
Tailor your resume to command duties
Highlight incident command experience, crew supervision, and any formal ICS training on your resume. Hiring panels for fire lieutenant roles weight leadership accountability heavily, so list the size of crews you've supervised and types of incidents you've commanded, not just tasks you performed.
Get your certifications in order first
Most departments require Firefighter II, EMT or paramedic certification, and Fire Officer I before they'll consider your application. Pull the job posting's exact certification requirements and confirm yours are current and issued by an accredited body your target state recognizes.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists fire lieutenant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience level and certification background and apply directly to each listing without hunting across multiple department websites.
Study your target department's promotional process
Many departments promote internally before posting externally, and those external postings often have a written exam component. Research whether your target agency uses an open-competitive or promotional list, then prepare for the specific test format they publish in their announcement.
Prepare for structured oral board interviews
Fire lieutenant oral boards typically use situational and behavioral questions scored on a rubric by a panel. Practice answering in a clear command-decision format: state the situation you faced, the action you took as the officer in charge, and the measurable outcome for the crew or the incident.
Negotiate start date around academy or shift schedules
If you're crossing from a different department, your start date may be tied to a recruit academy cycle or a posted shift vacancy. Confirm those timelines before accepting an offer so you don't create a gap in your current department's coverage that could complicate your departure.
Fire Lieutenant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most fire lieutenants?
The companies hiring the most fire lieutenants right now include State of Colorado, Osceola County, and Chenega Corporation, with the largest share of openings in Colorado, Georgia, and Hawaii, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Availability shifts as departments open and close civil service lists, so checking current postings regularly gives you the most accurate picture.
How do you become a fire lieutenant?
Becoming a fire lieutenant typically requires completing a department's promotional process after serving as a firefighter, driver, or engineer. You'll need to meet minimum time-in-grade requirements, pass a written promotional exam, and complete an oral board evaluation. Most departments also require Fire Officer I certification and current EMS licensure before you're eligible to test for a lieutenant vacancy.
Can you get hired as a fire lieutenant without prior officer experience?
Some departments allow lateral candidates with strong firefighting backgrounds to test for lieutenant vacancies even without prior officer time, particularly when facing staffing shortages. Your best path is demonstrating acting officer experience, documented incident command responsibilities, and completed Fire Officer coursework, which together signal readiness for the role even if you've never held the formal title.
What does the fire lieutenant interview process look like?
The fire lieutenant interview process usually starts with a written exam covering tactics, regulations, and department policy, followed by a structured oral board with a panel of officers or civilians scoring your responses. Some departments add a skills or scenario assessment where you demonstrate crew supervision or scene management. Background investigation, medical evaluation, and reference checks typically follow a conditional offer.
Where can I find and apply to fire lieutenant jobs?
You can find and apply to fire lieutenant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from departments and agencies across the United States. Find the roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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