DFPC WFMS Firefighter II: Module Lead

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 Module Lead Firefighter serves as part of a firefighting resource—typically a suppression module, but may also be assigned to a helicopter module, engine crew, or squad/hand crew—to provide a wide range of firefighting and related services. As a crewmember and fireline lead, the primary purpose of this position is to function, at a minimum, as a NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) in support of fire suppression operations as well as mitigation projects (i.e. prescribed fire, hazardous fuel reduction, resource management).

Key Responsibilities include:

Fire Suppression and Incident Response: While providing for their individual safety, the employee works as a crewmember fireline lead during fire suppression and incident response. Fire suppression and incident response work includes, but is not limited to: constructs fireline utilizing hand tools; cuts and clears vegetation utilizing power saws; performs structure protection; conducts mop up and patrol operations; carries out 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; uses maps, compass, GPS, and other technology and tools to gather information and navigate an incident; performs safety inspections, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment; performs and follows demobilizing duties, including required incident documentation. Based on location and business needs, the position will perform non-wildfire and all-hazard incident response and support functions as trained, qualified, and equipped including, but not limited to: structure fire, hazmat, search and rescue, medical, etc. 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.

Mitigation, Fuels Treatment and Resource Management Projects: While providing for his/her individual safety, the employee works as a crewmember lead in planning and implementation of mitigation, fuels treatment and resource management projects, including but not limited to: cuts, clears, piles, and disposes of treated vegetation; uses tools and equipment such as chainsaws, firing equipment, portable pumps, chippers, air curtain burners and more; constructs firelines and prescribed fire burning as assigned; performs ignitions and holding operations; conducts mop up and patrol operations.

Fire Preparedness and Support & Other Duties as Assigned: Establishes and maintains the physical fitness level necessary to effectively perform hard physical labor for extended periods under adverse climate, fuel, and terrain conditions; mentors and trains new firefighters and validates readiness of assigned personnel. Inspects & maintains crews response equipment, vehicles, tools, PPE and more. May assist or lead the logistics and instruction of various courses, training and events, such as wildfire suppression classes, incident management, structural firefighting, medical and first aid, job fairs and community outreach. Assists other DFPC programs as needed and available to support the mission of CDPS and DFPC.

Work Environment: 100% In-person position. Shift work may be required when assigned to an incident. This position may require call-back, extended staffing, and days-off staffing based on fire conditions, incident activity and availability of firefighter resources.

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. 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. State of Colorado's Wellness Program with personalized health coaching and $20 per month health insurance premium discount. Excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

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: 1 year documented professional wildland firefighting experience, NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) qualification with documentation, valid driver's license at hire (Colorado-issued within 6 months), 18 years of age at hire, ability to maintain Arduous Fitness Level rating, successful background investigation including polygraph, fingerprint search, reference checking, driving history, medical physical exam, and drug screen

Salary: $64,032.00 - $76,824.00 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-07