How much does a Fire Battalion Chief make in Massachusetts? The average Fire Battalion Chief salary in Massachusetts is $98,500 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $90,700 and $113,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Fire Battalion Chief Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Battalion Chief Salary $83,599 MA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Fire Battalion Chief Salary $90,700 MA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Fire Battalion Chief Salary $98,500 MA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Fire Battalion Chief Salary $113,600 MA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Fire Battalion Chief Salary $127,348 MA February 26, 2024
25% $90,700 10% $83,599 90% $127,348 75% $113,600 $98,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Fire Battalion Chief ensures all equipment is properly maintained and serviced. Manages a team of firefighters. Being a Fire Battalion Chief administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Directs training and conditioning activities. In addition, Fire Battalion Chief leads and coordinates responses to fire events, hazardous material incidents, auto accidents, and search and rescue operations. Prepares post-incident reports as required. Leads or coordinates fire safety education and inspection activities. Typically is required to pass periodic physical ability tests. Typically requires an associate degree in fire science. Requires Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT). Typically requires certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Typically reports to a manager. The Fire Battalion Chief manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Fire Battalion Chief typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $95,220 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $96,246 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $96,410 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $95,912 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $95,218 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $101,886 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $96,578 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $101,886 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $101,886 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $98,748 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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