Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisors

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 42,320 - 122,910; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisor in the United States. In this role, you will supervise firefighters who manage municipal fires, conduct rescue operations, and ensure compliance with fire codes. Responsibilities include investigating suspected arson cases, preparing detailed activity reports, and providing emergency medical services. Candidates should have strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of fire regulations. The average salary ranges from $42,320 to $122,910 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience in firefighting and emergency response.
• Knowledge of fire codes and ordinances.
• Ability to conduct investigations and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Supervise firefighters in controlling and extinguishing fires.
• Direct investigations of suspected arson and hazards.
• Prepare activity reports on fire calls and actions taken.
• Provide emergency medical services and perform rescue functions.
• Attend training to stay updated on codes and regulations.
• Evaluate fire station procedures for efficiency.

Skills

Coordination

Complex Problem Solving

Monitoring

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Social Perceptiveness

Job description

Municipal Fire Fighting and Prevention Supervisor

Supervise firefighters who control and extinguish municipal fires, protect life and property, and conduct rescue efforts.

A Day in the Life of a Municipal Fire Fighting & Prevention Supervisor

• Direct investigation of cases of suspected arson, hazards, and false alarms and submit reports outlining findings.
• Identify corrective actions needed to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes and ordinances and conduct follow‑up inspections to see if corrective actions have been taken.
• Prepare activity reports listing fire call locations, actions taken, fire types and probable causes, damage estimates, and situation dispositions.
• Provide emergency medical services as required, and perform light to heavy rescue functions at emergencies.
• Attend in‑service training classes to remain current in knowledge of codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Evaluate fire station procedures to ensure efficiency and enforcement of departmental regulations.

Key Skills

• Coordination – adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Complex Problem Solving – identifying complex problems, reviewing related information, and implementing solutions.
• Monitoring – assessing performance and taking corrective action.
• Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions.
• Active Listening – giving full attention, understanding points, asking questions, and not interrupting.
• Social Perceptiveness – understanding others’ reactions and why they react as they do.

Related Job Titles

• Lieutenant Fire Fighter
• Operations Chief
• Deputy Fire Chief
• Fire Suppression Captain
• Fire Prevention Captain

Average Salary

$42,320 – $122,910 per year