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Town of Vail

Fire Chief

Vail, CO

Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field * Minimum of 10 years of progressive full-time fire service experience in a comparably complex organization

Town of Vail

Fire Chief

Vail, CO

Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field * Minimum of 10 years of progressive full-time fire service experience in a comparably complex organization

Town of Vail

Fire Chief

Vail, CO · On-site

$161K - $201K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field * Minimum of 10 years of progressive full-time fire service experience in a comparably complex organization

City of Livingston, CA

Fire Captain

Livingston, CA · On-site

$71K - $105K/yr

Livingston Fire Station, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202400035 Department: Fire Services ... Principles and practices of supervision, training, and fire service administration. Ability to:

City of Livingston (CA)

Fire Captain

Livingston, CA

$71K - $105K/yr

Principles and practices of supervision, training, and fire service administration. Ability to ... Two (2) years of full-time experience as a Fire Lieutenant or equivalent supervisory fire service ...

City of Clearwater, FL

Fire Cadet

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$28.84/hr

Clearwater, FL Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2026-00186 Department: Fire Department Division ... Reports to assigned work locations including Fire Administration, Recruit School, Pinellas County ...

City of Livingston (CA)

Fire Lieutenant

Livingston, CA

$64K - $95K/yr

Two (2) years of full-time fire suppression and prevention experience, including at least one (1) ... Public Administration, or a related field. California State Fire Marshal Company Officer ...

City of Rowlett, TX

Deputy Fire Marshal

Rowlett, TX · On-site

$121K - $128K/yr

Rowlett, TX Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2026-00120 Department: Fire Department Division: Fire Administration Opening Date: 02/10/2026 FLSA: Non-Exempt Description statements are intended to ...

City of Fairfax, VA

Fire Medic

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$71K - $120K/yr

Fire Administration Division: Fire Operations Opening Date: 01/22/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Description The City of Fairfax is accepting applications for the position of full-time career Fire ...

City of Fairfax, VA

Fire Medic Underfill

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$65K - $110K/yr

Fire Administration Division: Fire Operations Opening Date: 06/13/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description The City of Fairfax is accepting applications for the position of full-time career Fire ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time fire administration in the United States is $80,437.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $98,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Fire Administration vs Full Time Fire Prevention?

AspectFull Time Fire AdministrationFull Time Fire Prevention
CertificationsFire Officer, EMT, CPRFire Inspector, EMT, CPR
Work EnvironmentFire stations, administrative officesCommunity, inspection sites, fire stations
Job FocusManaging fire departments, operationsPreventing fires through inspections and education

Full Time Fire Administration involves managing fire department operations, personnel, and emergency response coordination. In contrast, Full Time Fire Prevention focuses on inspecting buildings, enforcing fire codes, and educating the public to prevent fires. Both roles require similar certifications and work in related environments, but their primary responsibilities differ significantly, catering to different aspects of fire safety and management.

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Fire Chief

Fire Chief

Town of Vail

Vail, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Fire Chief 

IMPORTANT: To be considered for employment, applicants must click the application link below and complete their application through our official recruitment system. Applications submitted directly through this job posting will not be accepted.

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The Town of Vail seeks a highly motivated and experienced fire service professional to serve as the next Fire Chief.  The Vail Fire Chief will provide vision, direction, and leadership in developing innovative approaches to delivering quality emergency response services.  The Chief oversees a full range of re and emergency services, including: Structural and Wildland Fire Suppression, Emergency Medical Care, Community Safety Awareness, Hazardous Material Response, Fire Code Enforcement, Technical Rescue, and Community Partnerships.  As a member of the Town Manager’s Senior Leadership Team, the Chief will actively bring professional insights and an overall desire to continually improve our community.

VFES consists of three divisions: Fire Prevention/Administration/Fire Suppression and Wildfire Response/Mitigation. 

Additional details regarding the position, requirements & our community can be found here: Vail Fire Chief Recruitment Brochure. 


Vail is a guest service–oriented, world-class resort community. We know that our employees make all the difference in setting the standard for excellence in alpine destinations. That’s why we’re seeking passionate individuals who take pride in their work and strive for excellence in everything they do.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive full-time fire service experience in a comparably complex organization
  • At least 3 years in an administrative or managerial leadership role (typically Battalion Chief or higher)
  • ICS-400 certification
  • Hazardous Materials Incident Commander certification
  • Valid driver’s license (Colorado driver’s license required within 30 days of appointment)
  • Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check, psychological evaluation, drug screen, and physical examination

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field
  • Experience in wildland fire management and fire prevention
  • Chief Fire Officer designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence
  • National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program completion
  • NFPA Fire Officer II and/or III certifications

The Town of Vail is a values-based culture that is nurtured by our employees’ strong desire to foster teamwork, take ownership in Vail’s future, and an overall pride in serving their community. To find out more about our community, please visit our website www.vail.gov and click on Vail Information.  

The Town of Vail offers a competitive benefits and compensation package including medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life and disability retirement plans, generous vacation benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and lifestyle benefits that range from a tennis pass, golf pass, and other ski pass/wellness benefits. 

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