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How much do supervisory firefighter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for supervisory firefighter in the United States is $59,606.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Supervisory Firefighter vs Fire Captain?

AspectSupervisory FirefighterFire Captain
CertificationsFirefighter I & II, EMT, CPRFirefighter I & II, EMT, CPR, leadership training
Work EnvironmentFire stations, emergency scenes, trainingFire scenes, command posts, administrative duties
Employer & IndustryFire departments, emergency servicesFire departments, emergency services
Role & ResponsibilitiesAssist in firefighting, rescue, training, supervision of firefightersOversee fireground operations, coordinate teams, make strategic decisions

While Supervisory Firefighters assist with firefighting and training, Fire Captains hold leadership roles, overseeing operations and making strategic decisions. Both roles require similar certifications, but Fire Captains typically have additional leadership training and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Supervisory Firefighter job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,606 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain)

Ridgecrest, CA • On-site

Department of the Interior
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain)

As a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Engine Captain) your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

  • Mentors and instructs lower graded crewmembers.
  • Applies an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography, weather, fuels, and training in fire management.
  • Directs assigned suppression operations and recommend and implement tactical strategies.
  • Adjusts actions based on changing information and evolving situational awareness.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of training programs (mandatory, formal, and informal).

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