O*NET-SOC 33-1021.00

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in firefighting and fire prevention and control.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Assign firefighters to jobs at strategic locations to facilitate rescue of persons and maximize application of extinguishing agents.Core22910
Provide emergency medical services as required, and perform light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies.Core22911
Assess nature and extent of fire, condition of building, danger to adjacent buildings, and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.Core22912
Communicate fire details to superiors, subordinates, or interagency dispatch centers, using two-way radios.Core22913
Serve as a working leader of an engine, hand, helicopter, or prescribed fire crew of three or more firefighters.Core22914
Instruct and drill fire department personnel in assigned duties, including firefighting, medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and related subjects.Core22915
Maintain fire suppression equipment in good condition, checking equipment periodically to ensure that it is ready for use.Core22916
Evaluate the performance of assigned firefighting personnel.Core22917
Direct the training of firefighters, assigning of instructors to training classes, and providing of supervisors with reports on training progress and status.Core22918
Perform maintenance and minor repairs on firefighting equipment, including vehicles, and write and submit proposals to modify, replace, and repair equipment.Core22919
Schedule employee work assignments and set work priorities.Core22920
Inspect and test new and existing fire protection systems, fire detection systems, and fire safety equipment to ensure that they are operating properly.Supplemental22933
Monitor fire suppression expenditures to ensure that they are necessary and reasonable.Core22921
Participate in creating fire safety guidelines and evacuation schemes for nonresidential buildings.Core22922
Maintain required maps and records.Core22923
Drive crew carriers to transport firefighters to fire sites.Core22924
Inspect stations, uniforms, equipment, or recreation areas to ensure compliance with safety standards, taking corrective action as necessary.Core22925
Evaluate fire station procedures to ensure efficiency and enforcement of departmental regulations.Core22926
Direct firefighters in station maintenance duties, and participate in these duties.Core22927
Recommend personnel actions related to disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves of absence, and grievances.Core22928
Perform administrative duties, such as compiling and maintaining records, completing forms, preparing reports, or composing correspondence.Core22929
Study and interpret fire safety codes to establish procedures for issuing permits to handle hazardous or flammable substances.Supplemental22934
Direct investigation of cases of suspected arson, hazards, and false alarms and submit reports outlining findings.Core22930
Recommend equipment modifications or new equipment purchases.Core22931
Supervise and participate in the inspection of properties to ensure that they are in compliance with applicable fire codes, ordinances, laws, regulations, and standards.Core22932
Analyze burn conditions and results, and prepare postburn reports.22935
Evaluate size, location, and condition of fires.22936
Maintain knowledge of fire laws and fire prevention techniques and tactics.22937
Plan, direct, and supervise prescribed burn projects.22938
Recruit or hire firefighting personnel.22939

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 25 examples in 12 categories, 6 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Data base user interface and query software

Affiliated Computer Services ACS FIREHOUSE
BIO-key FireRMS
Fire incident reporting systems
Microsoft AccessHot Technology
Wildland Fire Assessment System WFAS

Analytical or scientific software

BehavePlus
FARSITE
FlamMap
Plume modeling software

Helpdesk or call center software

Computer aided dispatch software

Office suite software

Corel WordPerfect Office Suite
Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Geographic information system

ESRI ArcView
Geographic information system GIS software
Geographic information system GIS systems

Spreadsheet software

IBM Lotus 1-2-3
Microsoft ExcelHot TechnologyIn Demand

Project management software

Incident command system ICS software
Resource Ordering and Statusing System ROSS

Map creation software

Mapping software

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot TechnologyIn Demand

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Locate fires or fire danger areas.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Monitor environmental conditions to detect hazards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assess characteristics of fires.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with fire regulations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Inspect facilities to ensure compliance with security or safety regulations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Inspect equipment to ensure safety or proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate employee performance.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Determine operational procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Develop fire safety or prevention programs or plans.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing General Physical Activities

Operate firefighting equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Perform forest firefighting activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment

Drive vehicles to transport individuals or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment

Maintain fire fighting tools or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Maintain operational records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare operational reports.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Write operational reports.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Request emergency personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Relay information about incidents or emergencies to personnel using phones or two-way radios.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

Rescue people from hazardous situations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Administer first aid.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Prepare activity or work schedules.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train employees in proper work procedures.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Supervise employees.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Direct employee training programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Direct fire fighting or prevention activities.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Direct criminal investigations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Recommend improvements to increase safety or reduce risks.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Staffing Organizational Units

Hire personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Recruit personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 32

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.