DFPC WFMS Firefighter I: Engine Crewmember

About the Work Unit: The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property, resources, environment, and quality of life in Colorado. DFPC's vision is to be the Nation's premier state fire organization by acting with foresight, providing bold leadership, enhancing our partnerships, and exemplifying the highest level of professionalism in fire prevention and protection, while building a safe and supportive work environment for our employees.

About the Position: The Engine Crewmember works as part of a firefighting resource - typically an engine crew, but may also be assigned to a helicopter module or suppression squad/module/hand crew – to provide a range of firefighting and related services. As a crewmember, the primary purpose of this position is to function, at minimum, as a NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) in support of fire suppression and mitigation projects (i.e. prescribed fire, hazardous fuel reduction, resource management).

Key Responsibilities include fire suppression and incident response, mitigation/fuels treatment and resource management projects, and fire preparedness support. Fire suppression work includes: constructs fireline utilizing hand tools; cuts and clears vegetation utilizing power saws; performs structure protection; conducts mop up and patrol operations; assists with ignition operations; operates pumps; installs hose lays and water delivery systems; performs and assists with rescue operations; operates and travels in vehicles on and off-road; hauls and packs fire related equipment and supplies; uses various tools and equipment such as chainsaws, shovels, drip torches, fusees, pulaskis; uses various communication methods including radios; assists with safety inspections, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment; assists and follows demobilizing duties, including required incident documentation.

This position is a 100% in-person position. This position may require call-back, extended staffing, and days-off staffing based on fire conditions, incident activity and availability of firefighter resources. Incident response may require travel to active fires, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado and across the nation. Incident response may require travel in rotor and/or fixed-wing aircraft. Incident response may require crews to be assigned to an incident for two weeks or longer in austere living and working conditions. Incident response may require working long hours (up to 16 hours per day) in outdoor settings and performing strenuous manual labor under extreme environmental conditions. Work schedules will be expected to be flexible and modified at times to fit the business need based on fire conditions.

Benefits: Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. Short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees. The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee's health and wellness goals. Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility. Excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. Generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) available in every region of the state.

How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Requirements: NWCG Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) qualification (IQS or IQCS master record or incident qualification card required); valid driver's license; ability to operate motor vehicles; willingness to travel to wildfire incidents throughout Colorado and across the nation; successful completion of background investigation including polygraph exam, fingerprint-based criminal history search, reference checking, driving history, medical physical exam, and drug screen; maintain NWCG required fitness levels throughout employment

Salary: $58,068.00 - $69,672.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-12