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Orange County Fire Authority, CA

Fire Battalion Chief

Irvine, CA · On-site

$197K - $207K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Headquarters - 1 Fire Authority Road, Irvine, CA 92602, CA Job Type: FULL-TIME Job Number: 2027-05 ... Battalion Chiefs will receive the necessary training to become qualified as Strike Team leaders to ...

Galls

Fire Sales Representative

Sedona, AZ · On-site

Build relationships with Fire Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Training Officers, Purchasing personnel, and municipal decision-makers * Sell a full portfolio of fire equipment and PPE, including: * Turnout ...

V2X

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 ...

City of Escondido

Fire Chief

Escondido, CA

$198K - $296K/yr

Summary The City of Escondido has an exciting career opportunity for the position of Fire Chief. Please review the recruitment brochure by clicking here and follow the instructions to apply.

City of Hollister

Fire Chief

Hollister, CA · On-site

$182K - $221K/yr

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Fire Chief is the executive management level class within the fire safety class series and has responsibility for managing and overseeing all organizational and ...

City of Hollister, CA

Fire Chief

Hollister, CA · On-site

$182K - $221K/yr

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Fire Chief is the executive management level class within the fire safety class series and has responsibility for managing and overseeing all organizational and ...

City of Grand Prairie, TX

Fire Chief

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

Reporting to the City Manager, the Fire Chief ensures the department delivers high-quality services that protect life and property, fosters community engagement, and advances the city's strategic ...

Clay County Board of County Commissioners

$151K - $193K/yr

The Fire Chief provides strategic direction, executive oversight, and command leadership for all ... Directly supervises Division Chiefs and senior leadership staff. * Establishes leadership ...

Galls

Fire Sales Representative

Houston, TX

Build relationships with Fire Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Training Officers, Purchasing personnel, and municipal decision-makers * Sell a full portfolio of fire equipment and PPE, including: * Turnout ...

Galls

Fire Sales Representative

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Build relationships with Fire Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Training Officers, Purchasing personnel, and municipal decision-makers * Sell a full portfolio of fire equipment and PPE, including: * Turnout ...

City of Eagle Pass

Fire Chief

Eagle Pass, TX · On-site

Coordinates fire department activity with other agencies. Distinguishing Career Features The Fire Chief is a senior management position, responsible for planning, directing, and integrating programs ...

Galls

Fire Sales Representative

Somerville, NJ

Build relationships with Fire Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Training Officers, Purchasing personnel, and municipal decision-makers * Sell a full portfolio of fire equipment and PPE, including: * Turnout ...

Galls

Fire Sales Representative

Sedona, AZ · On-site

Build relationships with Fire Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Training Officers, Purchasing personnel, and municipal decision-makers * Sell a full portfolio of fire equipment and PPE, including: * Turnout ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire chiefs in the United States is $105,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fire Chiefs vs Fire Captains?

AspectFire ChiefsFire Captains
Required CredentialsFire science degree, certifications, leadership trainingFire science training, certifications, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentAdministrative, strategic planning, department oversightOn-scene incident command, team supervision
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, municipal agenciesFire departments, municipal agencies
Common Search & ComparisonLeadership roles, department managementOn-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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Infographic showing various Fire Chiefs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $105,577 per year, or $50.8 per hour.

Assistant Fire Chief - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

City of St. Joseph

Saint Joseph, MO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Fire Chief
DEPARTMENT: Fire
SALARY: Negotiable
CLOSING: July 25,2026

Job Summary
Manages and directs all aspects of the department as directed by the Fire Chief to provide a fire safe environment for the citizens as effectively and economically as practical.
Job Scope
Assist the Fire Chief in direct and indirect supervisory responsibilities of all Fire Department personnel. Provide support to Fire Chief in developing, preparing, and implementing departmental budget.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Monitors and evaluates service delivery methods and procedures.
  • Responsible for effective employee relations, diversity, staff development along with departmental strategic visioning.
  • Responsible for implementation of policies and programs supporting departmental and organizational mission and goals under the direction of the Fire Chief.
  • Evaluates the performance of supervisory personnel.
  • Supports the Fire Chief in acting as a liaison to other professional organizations, community groups and city departments to ensure support and understanding of the Fire Department’s role.
  • May be required to attend Council meetings and other departmental meetings.
  • Responds to inquiries and complaints from citizens.
  • Prepares reports of departmental activities as required.
  • Participates in labor relations negotiations with authorized (union) bargaining agent.
  • Prepares and presents news releases and meets with news media to respond to questions concerning the Department.
  • Oversees all aspects of the Fire Prevention office and inspection program.
  • Provides direction on maintaining detailed records of fire alarms, code inspections and hazardous materials incidents. Insures monthly and annual run activity reports are properly reported.
  • Ensures Inspectors maintain all required certifications.
  • Oversees all aspects of the Training Division to ensure ISO and required training/record-keeping compliance.
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.
Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skills in management, supervision, public speaking, public relations, interpersonal relations, and communication. Knowledge of modern firefighting methods and techniques, modern fire prevention codes and practices, effective supervisory practices and managerial techniques and methods. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; maintain discipline and the respect of subordinate personnel; develop, initiate and administer new programs or improvements in existing programs; and coordinate the activities of the various divisions of the Department. Ability to think and react quickly and rationally in stressful or emergency situations, plan and assign activities, delegate responsibilities and the corresponding authority, and cope with stressful situations. Valid Driver’s License required. Must have experience and knowledge in how EMS is applied in the fire service. Must be willing to look at innovative ways to increase and expand the fire department’s role in its delivery of EMS services for our community. Five years of supervisory experience in a related field required with experience in fire operations management preferred.
Material and Equipment Directly Used
Daily driving of assigned vehicle. Wearing of air pack, basic fire fighting, hand tools in exercise of fire scene management and investigative responsibilities. Daily use of personal computer in exercising responsibilities for scheduling of staff and record keeping responsibilities. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Work is primarily in an office environment with a controlled environment and an occasional need to perform in an outdoor setting under adverse and dangerous conditions including the presence of extreme temperatures. Infrequent lifting of objects weighing as much as 60 pounds. Must have physical capabilities to climb, stoop, crawl, bend and perform other repetitive physical tasks. Capable of walking over uneven surfaces.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field preferred and/or equivalent professional experience.
All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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