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Northwest Arctic Borough

Fire Chief

Kotzebue, AK · On-site

Recognizing, establishing, sanctioning, and administratively supporting community Volunteer Fire ... Firefighter 1, or wildland fire certifications about the level of single resource boss or ...

Northwest Arctic Borough

Fire Chief

Kotzebue, AK · On-site

Recognizing, establishing, sanctioning, and administratively supporting community Volunteer Fire ... Firefighter 1, or wildland fire certifications about the level of single resource boss or ...

Northwest Arctic Borough

Fire Chief

Kotzebue, AK · On-site

Recognizing, establishing, sanctioning, and administratively supporting community Volunteer Fire ... Firefighter 1, or wildland fire certifications about the level of single resource boss or ...

Northwest Arctic Borough

Fire Chief

Kotzebue, AK · On-site

Recognizing, establishing, sanctioning, and administratively supporting community Volunteer Fire ... Firefighter 1, or wildland fire certifications about the level of single resource boss or ...

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.

Engine Boss

Riverside, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

WE'RE HIRING FOR THE 2026 FIRE SEASON! Our firefighters are the heartbeat of our company, and we ... Voluntary life & accident insurance * Employee assistance and wellness programs * Employee ...

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.

Engine Boss

Salem, OR · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

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Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.

Engine Boss

Visalia, CA · On-site

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Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc.

Engine Boss

Post Falls, ID · On-site

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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer fire boss in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Fire Boss vs Volunteer Fire Captain?

AspectVolunteer Fire BossVolunteer Fire Captain
CertificationsFirefighter certification, incident command trainingFirefighter certification, leadership training
Work EnvironmentLeading volunteer firefighting teams, overseeing operationsManaging crews at fire scenes, directing firefighting efforts
Employer & IndustryVolunteer fire departments, emergency servicesVolunteer fire departments, emergency response teams

The Volunteer Fire Boss and Volunteer Fire Captain roles both require firefighting certifications and involve leadership within volunteer fire departments. The Fire Boss typically oversees multiple teams and strategic operations, while the Fire Captain manages on-scene firefighting efforts. Both positions are vital for effective emergency response in volunteer settings.

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Fire Chief

Northwest Arctic Borough

Kotzebue, AK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

DESCRIPTION: The Borough Fire Chief is tasked with planning fire operations, training, investigations, reporting, and incident management. The Fire chief will support the public safety department, specifically the office of emergency management providing disaster assistance. The fire chief will also provide on-call support for the Borough search and rescue program as needed.

DUTIES:

  • Recognizing, establishing, sanctioning, and administratively supporting community Volunteer Fire Battalions;
  • Providing firefighting equipment upgrades for each community Fire Battalion, as Borough resources may allow;
  • Implementing and maintaining a fire prevention program in each Borough community;
  • Requiring monthly meetings of local Battalions, and collecting/maintaining documentation of these meetings;
  • Conducting or facilitating periodic training for village volunteer firefighters, to bring all regional firefighters to Rural Basic Fire Fighter Certification Level.
  • Expanding and sustaining support for community Volunteer Fire Battalions to maintain adequate Fire Department membership, a high level of firefighter competency, and an ongoing fire prevention program.
  • Maintaining a record of all fire outbreaks in each community which require Fire Battalion response;
  • Conducting, or causing to be conducted, after-action reviews after all fire outbreaks requiring a response by the local Battalions;
  • Coordinating and assisting in the response to any disaster, or any other declared emergency;
  • Investigating the causes of all fires, and filing of written reports of these investigations, whenever a qualified fire investigator is employed by the Borough;
  • Conducting inspections of existing structures, facilities, or residences on an annual basis as a part of an ongoing Fire Prevention program;
  • Support the borough office of emergency management providing disaster assistance in the Village

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Alaska Driver's License with a good enough driving history to be covered by the Borough's insurance.
  • Be able to complete a Method of Instruction and obtain fire instructor certification within 1 year of hire.
  • Firefighter 1, or wildland fire certifications about the level of single resource boss or equivalent valid certification and experience required
  • Computer proficiency and skills in business applications, Microsoft Office and network applications.
  • Good communicative skills
  • Must pass a criminal background check
  • Experience in fire ground operations required

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