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City of Lubbock, TX

Fire Marshal

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$164K/yr

Administration and Management: Principles and processes involved in business and organizational ... Fire Prevention: Procedures, strategies, techniques, and materials for reducing probability of loss ...

Macon-Bibb County, GA

EVT Fire Mechanic

Macon, GA · On-site

$46K/yr

Fire/Administration Opening Date: 05/28/2026 Summary Oversee and Maintains fire apparatus ... Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

Gfoat

$180 - $240/hr

Bachelor's degree in fire administration, public administration, business administration, emergency management, or a related field. * Seven to ten years of progressively responsible executive fire ...

Gfoat

Fire Chief

Frisco, TX · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Bachelor's degree in fire administration, public administration, business administration, emergency management, or a related field. * Seven to ten years of progressively responsible executive fire ...

Gfoat

Fire Chief

Paris, TX · On-site

$90 - $140/hr

Under the general supervision of the City Manager, this position is responsible for the overall ... Supplemental training in fire administration, fire prevention, fire suppression, rescue, emergency ...

City of Lubbock

Fire Marshal

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$164K/yr

Administration and Management: Principles and processes involved in business and organizational ... Fire Prevention: Procedures, strategies, techniques, and materials for reducing probability of loss ...

City of Mountain Home, ID

Fire Marshal

Mountain Home, ID · On-site

$5.5K/mo

... Fire Science, Fire Administration or related field. - 10 years of progressive Fire Service ... General Statement of Duties The Fire Marshal manages the Fire Prevention Division for the Mountain ...

Tamus

TFS Dispatch Supervisor

College Station, TX · On-site

$30.45/hr

Associate's degree in Emergency Management, Fire Administration, Business Administration, Science or related field. A combination of education and/or experience can be substituted for a degree.

City of Billings, MT

Fire Chief

Billings, MT · On-site

Manage and participate in the development and administration of the Fire Department budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the ...

City of Philadelphia

IT Manager-Fire

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$90K - $111K/yr

The IT Manager will participate in projects and oversee daily maintenance and operations; provide support for workstations at the Fire Administration building and all Fire Department locations ...

Villageoflombard

Fire Chief

Lombard, IL · On-site

$140 - $195/hr

The Fire Chief reports to the Village Manager and is part of the Village's executive management team. Qualified candidates should have: * A bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager 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 Manager Fire Administration vs Fire Chief?

AspectManager Fire AdministrationFire Chief
ResponsibilitiesOversees fire department operations, manages staff, implements policiesLeads entire fire department, makes strategic decisions, represents department publicly
Required CredentialsFire science degree, certifications in fire administration, leadership experienceFire science degree, extensive leadership experience, often higher certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, administrative tasks, coordination with teamsOn-site, emergency response, public engagement, department management

The Manager Fire Administration focuses on managing fire department operations and staff, often working in an administrative capacity. The Fire Chief holds a broader leadership role, overseeing the entire department, making strategic decisions, and representing the organization. While both roles require fire science knowledge and leadership skills, the Fire Chief typically has more extensive experience and higher-level responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Manager Fire Administration job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,437 per year, or $38.7 per hour.

Fire Chief - McAlester

Mcalester, OK • On-site

Oklahoma Municipal League, Inc.
Government Relations and Lobbying Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$110 - $170/hr

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Job description

Listing Description

The Fire Chief serves as the executive leader of the McAlester Fire Department and is responsible for providing vision, leadership, guidance, and resources necessary to ensure the delivery of effective fire protection, fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, emergency management coordination, and community risk reduction programs for the citizens of McAlester.

The Fire Chief develops and maintains a highly trained, equipped, and prepared organization capable of responding to emergencies while safeguarding the lives, property, and economic well-being of the community. The position oversees all departmental operations, personnel, equipment, training, budgeting, strategic planning, and interagency coordination.

The Fire Chief serves as the City\'s principal emergency response leader and coordinates emergency preparedness, disaster response, mutual aid operations, and emergency management activities with local, regional, state, and federal partners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor\'s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Emergency Management, or a closely related field is recommended.

Experience

  • Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in fire service, emergency medical services, emergency management, or related public safety operations.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory and command-level experience.
  • Experience in budget administration, personnel management, strategic planning, and emergency response leadership preferred.

Certifications

  • Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain all certifications required by the State of Oklahoma and applicable regulatory agencies, including:
  • Firefighter Certification
  • Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) training
  • Hazardous Materials certification appropriate to departmental responsibilities
  • Emergency Medical certification as required by department operations
  • Chief Officer certification preferred

Statutory and Department Requirements

  • Must be a current member, or meet the requirements to enter the Oklahoma Firefighters Pension and Retirement System (OFPRS).
  • Must meet all physical, medical and agility standards required for OFPRS membership.
  • Must reside within a geographic area that allows arrival at the work site within 30 minutes of notification.
  • Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

  • Modern fire suppression and prevention practices.
  • Emergency medical services operations.
  • Hazardous materials response and special operations.
  • Emergency management principles and disaster response.
  • Public administration, budgeting, and personnel management.
  • Fire and life safety codes, regulations, and standards.
  • Incident command systems and emergency response coordination.

Ability to:

  • Lead a diverse public safety organization.
  • Make sound decisions during emergencies.
  • Effectively manage personnel, budgets, and resources.
  • Develop cooperative partnerships with outside agencies.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Build trust with employees, elected officials, and the public.
  • Plan strategically for future departmental needs and community growth.

Full job description available online:www.cityofmcalester.com

Contact Information
  • Company/Municipality Name: McAlester
  • Street Address 28 E. Washington Ave
  • City McAlester
  • Phone Number 918-423-9300
  • Contact Job Title: Human Resources Director
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