Municipal Fire Fighting/Prevention Supervisor

Code: 33-1021.00

Also known as: Battalion Fire Chief, Engine Boss, Fire Battalion Chief, Fire Captain, Fire Chief, Fire Management Officer, Fire Marshal, Fire Suppression Captain, Forest Fire Specialist Supervisor, Section Forest Fire Warden

Description: Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors help protect life and property by managing firefighting efforts to extinguish and control municipal fires. They organize teams to manage rescues. Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors must have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent as well as relevant certifications, such as Emergency Medical Technician certification.

Municipal Fire Fighting/Prevention Supervisor

Typical wages


10% $43,640
25% $59,130
Median $78,870
75% $103,170
90% $129,470
10% $20.98
25% $28.43
Median $37.92
75% $49.6
90% $62.25

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
71,500
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
75,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 4,600