Deputy Fire Chief
$160K - $180K/yr
Deputy Fire Chief ID: 1235 Organization: Marion County Fire District No. 1 Location: Salem, OR First Review : 07/19/2026 More about this job > Description DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF Marion County Fire ...
$160K - $180K/yr
Deputy Fire Chief ID: 1235 Organization: Marion County Fire District No. 1 Location: Salem, OR First Review : 07/19/2026 More about this job > Description DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF Marion County Fire ...
$160K - $180K/yr
Deputy Fire Chief ID: 1235 Organization: Marion County Fire District No. 1 Location: Salem, OR First Review : 07/19/2026 More about this job > Description DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF Marion County Fire ...
Anacortes, WA · On-site
$131K - $166K/yr
Supervises and evaluates Battalion Chiefs and Lieutenants for general performance. The Assistant Fire Chief may be assigned primary roles in operations, prevention, training, or EMS depending on ...
Anacortes, WA · On-site
$131K - $166K/yr
Supervises and evaluates Battalion Chiefs and Lieutenants for general performance. The Assistant Fire Chief may be assigned primary roles in operations, prevention, training, or EMS depending on ...
Homer, AK · On-site
$40.88 - $46.98/hr
Fire Chief, Dan Jager (907) 235-3155 or GENERAL FUNCTIONS Assists the Fire Chief with managing and supervising the fire and rescue services, including personnel, training, and operations. JOB ...
Homer, AK · On-site
$40.88 - $46.98/hr
Fire Chief, Dan Jager (907) 235-3155 or GENERAL FUNCTIONS Assists the Fire Chief with managing and supervising the fire and rescue services, including personnel, training, and operations. JOB ...
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
Grand Prairie, TX · On-site
Job Summary The Fire Chief serves as the senior leader of the City of Grand Prairie Fire Department, responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all fire suppression, emergency medical ...
Grand Prairie, TX · On-site
Job Summary The Fire Chief serves as the senior leader of the City of Grand Prairie Fire Department, responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing all fire suppression, emergency medical ...
Horton, KS · On-site
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
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Horton, KS · On-site
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
Deputy Fire Chief ID: 1274 Location: Cape Girardeau Department: 3030 - FIRE Salary Range: $97,000 More about this job > Description General Definition of Work Performs work under the general ...
Deputy Fire Chief ID: 1274 Location: Cape Girardeau Department: 3030 - FIRE Salary Range: $97,000 More about this job > Description General Definition of Work Performs work under the general ...
Horton, KS · On-site
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
Horton, KS · On-site
The Fire chief is the Chief Administrative Officer for the Kickapoo Fire Department. Primary areas of responsibility are all fire, emergency medical and emergency management related programs.
Mclean, VA · On-site
$84K - $113K/yr
Ideal candidates are former Air Force Fire Chiefs with Headquarters Staff experience and deep expertise in F&ES operations. Required Skills: * Bachelors Degree is required. * Fire & Emergency ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
$84K - $113K/yr
Ideal candidates are former Air Force Fire Chiefs with Headquarters Staff experience and deep expertise in F&ES operations. Required Skills: * Bachelors Degree is required. * Fire & Emergency ...
Oglethorpe, GA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
Office of the Fire Chief Opening Date: 07/24/2026 Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Purpose The Savannah Fire Department seeks an accomplished, forward-thinking, and collaborative executive to ...
Oglethorpe, GA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
Office of the Fire Chief Opening Date: 07/24/2026 Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Purpose The Savannah Fire Department seeks an accomplished, forward-thinking, and collaborative executive to ...
Helena, MT · On-site
$115 - $155/hr
The Assistant Fire Chief ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fire codes and standards, and serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team. Responsibilities ...
Helena, MT · On-site
$115 - $155/hr
The Assistant Fire Chief ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fire codes and standards, and serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team. Responsibilities ...
Savannah, GA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
Partnering closely with the Fire Chief, this leader provides executive oversight of the systems, programs, personnel, and resources that support emergency operations while ensuring alignment with the ...
Savannah, GA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
Partnering closely with the Fire Chief, this leader provides executive oversight of the systems, programs, personnel, and resources that support emergency operations while ensuring alignment with the ...
Saint Helena, CA · On-site
$120 - $180/hr
The Assistant Fire Chief ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fire codes and standards, and serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team. Responsibilities ...
Saint Helena, CA · On-site
$120 - $180/hr
The Assistant Fire Chief ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fire codes and standards, and serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team. Responsibilities ...
Lompoc, CA · On-site
$131K - $158K/yr
The Battalion Fire Chief has administrative charge of daily staff and equipment deployment, incident command authority, budgeting authority, and other related responsibilities as required. CLASS ...
Lompoc, CA · On-site
$131K - $158K/yr
The Battalion Fire Chief has administrative charge of daily staff and equipment deployment, incident command authority, budgeting authority, and other related responsibilities as required. CLASS ...
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$97K/yr
Serves as Acting Fire Chief in the absence of the Fire Chief. Essential Functions • Commands and coordinates fire department resources on all types of emergencies, including the most complex fires ...
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$97K/yr
Serves as Acting Fire Chief in the absence of the Fire Chief. Essential Functions • Commands and coordinates fire department resources on all types of emergencies, including the most complex fires ...
$122K - $133K/yr
Receives oral and written direction from the Fire Chief, Assistant ... Chiefs, and Chief Duty Officer. * May implement formal command at emergency scenes, and ensure ...
$122K - $133K/yr
Receives oral and written direction from the Fire Chief, Assistant ... Chiefs, and Chief Duty Officer. * May implement formal command at emergency scenes, and ensure ...
Cocoa, FL · On-site
$87K/yr
Assists the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee in the administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. * May be assigned by the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee to ...
Cocoa, FL · On-site
$87K/yr
Assists the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee in the administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. * May be assigned by the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee to ...
Hartford, CT · On-site
$122K - $133K/yr
Receives oral and written direction from the Fire Chief, Assistant ... Chiefs, and Chief Duty Officer. * May implement formal command at emergency scenes, and ensure ...
Hartford, CT · On-site
$122K - $133K/yr
Receives oral and written direction from the Fire Chief, Assistant ... Chiefs, and Chief Duty Officer. * May implement formal command at emergency scenes, and ensure ...
$87K/yr
Responsibilities involve assisting the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee in planning, organizing and directing Fire Department personnel. The District Chief must be familiar with the ...
$87K/yr
Responsibilities involve assisting the Fire Chief and/or Assistant Chief or designee in planning, organizing and directing Fire Department personnel. The District Chief must be familiar with the ...
$96K - $155K/yr
Assumes duties of Fire Chief in the Chief's absence; Performs public relations functions between the City and various civic agencies and other fire departments; Performs research and conducts surveys;
$96K - $155K/yr
Assumes duties of Fire Chief in the Chief's absence; Performs public relations functions between the City and various civic agencies and other fire departments; Performs research and conducts surveys;
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| Aspect | Fire Chiefs | Fire Captains |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Fire science degree, certifications, leadership training | Fire science training, certifications, leadership skills |
| Work Environment | Administrative, strategic planning, department oversight | On-scene incident command, team supervision |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Fire departments, municipal agencies | Fire departments, municipal agencies |
| Common Search & Comparison | Leadership roles, department management | On-scene leadership, operational roles |
Fire Chiefs and Fire Captains both play vital roles in fire departments, but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities. Fire Chiefs focus on strategic planning, administration, and overall department management, while Fire Captains handle on-scene incident command and team supervision. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same environment, but their focus areas and leadership levels vary significantly.
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$160K - $180K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 2 days ago
Marion County Fire District No. 1 is seeking a Deputy Chief for Oregon's largest combination fire district, located near Salem, about 45 miles south of Portland. The Willamette Valley region is known for its agricultural beauty, quaint small towns, distinct four seasons, and easy access to year-round outdoor recreation from the Cascade Mountains to Pacific Coast beaches.
MARION COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 1
Marion County Fire District No. 1 is a full-service fire and EMS agency serving a population of over 60,000 residents across 88 square miles that includes the communities of Four Corners, Middle Grove, Pratum, Macleay, Brooks, Clear Lake, Lake Labish, and Chemeketa. The District operates from 8 stations with a staffing of 78 FTEs and a volunteer force of 45. EMS services are supported by 40 paramedics and 54 EMTs who staff ALS transport ambulances and fire engines. The District responds to approximately 11,000 calls annually.
WHY APPLY
Marion County Fire District 1 offers a rare opportunity for a driven, community-centered leader to serve as the #2 executive in a complex and evolving combination fire district. MCFD1 protects a uniquely diverse risk environment-urban, suburban, rural, rail, river, wildland, and critical infrastructure-while maintaining deep community roots and a proud tradition of service. With a supportive board, strong labor relationships, new executive leadership in training and EMS, and increasing regional collaboration with the cities of Salem and Keizer, the District is positioned for meaningful progress. This role is ideal for a Deputy Fire Chief who is hungry to lead, committed to people, and ready to help shape the future of a growing organization.