DFPC Firefighter 3 Module Lieutenant
DFPC Firefighter 3 Module Lieutenant
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Department Information
This position is not subject to the Hiring Freeze as outlined in Executive Order Ddue tobeing critical to protecting the health life and safety of Coloradans.
A residency waiver has been granted for these positions. Applications will be accepted from both Colorado residents and non-residents.
An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list for future vacancies statewide at the following locations:
- Northeast District 1: Overland Module Lieutenant - Windsor CO
- Northeast District 1: James Peak Module Lieutenant - Black Hawk CO
- Northwest District 2: Shadow Mountain Module Lieutenant - Granby CO
- Southeast District 3: Tava Module Lieutenant - Colorado Springs CO
- Southeast District 3: Steel City Module Lieutenant - Pueblo CO
- Southwest District 4: Grizzly Peak Module Lieutenant - Cortez CO
Please refer to DFPC Fire Management Regions and Staff Link for more information regarding district boundariesFire Management Regions and Staff
Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities
Our Vision -Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado
Our Core Values Unity Honor Service
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.
The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities.
At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans!
Careers with a purposeIf you are passionate about public safety service and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans this is the organization you want to join!
We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads preparing and mitigating environmental disasters disaster recovery combating crime school safety and victim recovery.
Youll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community!
When you join CDPS you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired motivated and supported to become the best you can be.
Unmatched Benefits
We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits.
Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP.
Job protected medical leave under theFamily Medical Leave Act (FMLA)and theState of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado.
Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security) visitColorado PERAfor details.
CDPS provides generous time off including11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leaveand annual wellness days.
The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling referrals and resources as well as training and organizational development services.
Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
Description of Job
- 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. DFPCs vision is to be the Nations 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.
The Division achieves this mission and vision through its four (4) Sections: Center of Excellence Fire and Life Safety Professional Qualifications and Training and Wildland Fire Management. Each of the four sections serve Colorados fire community in a different capacity- from training firefighters to technological advancements in public safety responding to and managing wildfires to building code enforcement DFPC is dedicated to serving and safeguarding the people of Colorado while protecting property resources environment and quality of life.
One of the Wildland Fire Management Sections (WFMS) primary roles is to assist and support local agencies with a range of wildland fire management programs including administrative technical preparedness planning response and prescribed fire and fuels functions. Wildland fire management in Colorado is a cooperative interagency partnership between local county state tribal and federal fire protection responsibilities on non-federal lands in Colorado follow a hierarchy of: local jurisdiction > county sheriff > and finally to the State of Colorado (DFPC). WFMS plays a crucial role in coordinating with external partners and representing Colorado at both regional (multi-state) and national levels.
This position is an operational field level position with supervisory responsibilities whose primary purpose is to: provide wildland fire suppression response and incident response; assist in mitigation fuels and prescribed fire functions; assist in fire-preparedness support including training; and provide response and support in other all hazard incident response as qualified.About the Position
The Module Lieutenant is a work lead of a firefighting resource - typically a suppression module but may also be assigned to an helicopter module Engine or squad/hand crew to provide a range of firefighting and related services. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a work lead and provide leadership and direction to helicopter module personnel in alignment with the DFPC values of honor integrity service and loyalty; and serve as an NWCG Helicopter Manager - Single Resource in incident response.
Suppression modules regularly support diverse missions including wildfire suppression response mitigation projects (i.e. prescribed fire hazardous fuel reduction and resource management) and prevention and education. As assigned equipped and qualified this position may assist with all-hazard incident operations such as search and rescue and other incident response.
The Module Lieutenant must have prior supervisory or work lead experience in addition to previous wildland firefighting experience. Additionally this role assists with training programs qualification and dispatch systems and other preparedness activities.
Fire Suppression and Incident Response- While providing for their individual safety and the safety of assigned employees the employee leads module operations during fire suppression and incident response work. 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;
- briefs crew on demobilization procedures
- compiles all required incident documentation including Crew Time Reports Equipment Shift Tickets resources orders.
- Based on location and business needs the position will perform and oversee non-wildfire and all-hazard incident response and support functions as trained qualified and equipped including but not limited to: search & rescue low-angle rescue swift water rescue and other all hazard incident response
- Requires intermediate fire knowledge and experience skill in the application of firefighting tasks and the ability to recognize and communicate safety considerations and other factors (fire intensity fuel conditions weather observations etc.) used by higher qualified firefighters in their decision making process. This knowledge skill and ability is shown by being qualified as a NWCG Single Resource Boss (CRWB ENGB HMGB) qualification.
- On a limited basis the employee may temporarily work as a Firefighter IV if appropriately qualified or may be required to supervise other single resources such as a squad handcrew engine or helitack crew and/or service in another ICS role if appropriately qualified.
- 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 for detection reconnaissance communication coordination command and control purposes prior to during and following wildland fire and all-hazard incidents.
- Incident response may require personnel 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.
- Participates in regular physical training and conditioning during work hours to maintain fitness levels as directed by the supervisor.
Mitigation Fuels Treatment and Resource Management Projects- While providing for his/her individual safety the employee serves as a work lead and crewmember 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;
- uses various communication methods including radios; may pre-program radios for assignments;
- uses and maintains on and off-road vehicles;
- hauls and packs fire related equipment and supplies;
- performs and mentors others in safety inspections maintains and repairs tools and equipment; cleans reconditions and stores properly.
- Identifies and provides training needs of crew to support prescribed fire and fuel management programs.
- Collects documents and gathers data and records information on fuels sampling fuel types weather conditions fire behaviors and status of work accomplished.
- Designs develops and writes plans for various resource management projects including but not limited to: hazardous fuels reduction projects prescribed fire projects and natural resource management projects.
- Implements defined processes and chain of command for collecting producing and distributing information.
- Work duties include participation in physical conditioning activities for up to one hour each day.
Work Lead
The Module Lieutenant leads assigned personnel and day-to-day operations. This includes but is not limited to:- Provides direction oversight support and training to assigned employees; evaluates employee schedules and work load communicates with Captain to make adjustments as needed
- Based on general guidance from the DFPC Director by and through the WFMS Chief assists the Captain in developing professional development plans for assigned employees while implementing the goals and mission from the District leadership to support all WFMS programs and incident response.
- Based on general guidance from the DFPC Director by and through the WFMS Chief assists the Captain in developing work plans and schedules for subordinate staff including but not limited to training programs for staff and customers community outreach and education statistical reporting and overall preparation for emergency response.
- Schedules coordinates tasks and logistical needs evaluates and provides safety guidance and oversight to assigned employees.
- Provides input on performance evaluations of all assigned employees makes recommendations on remediation or advancement;
- Assists with the hiring process including interviews of applicants makes recommendations to hire promote or transfer;
- Assists with informal grievances provides documentation to support corrective actions when needed;
- Oversees and reviews work products and employee health and adjusts deadlines and plans of work accordingly communicates concerns with Captain as needed;
- Compiles all required incident documentation including but not limited to tracking Crew Time Reports Equipment Shift Tickets resource orders and more.
- Approves time in state timekeeping systems verifies employees are following best practices related to time entry incident documentation receipts travel documents etc.; signs and approves all overtime travel and purchase forms.
Fire Preparedness Support and 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; implements processes to inventory tools PPE equipment; accounts for any safety issues; coordinates repair/replacement needs.
- Ensures module & equipment readiness; includes daily maintenance checks;
- Determines crew qualifications needs within the resource develops a crew training plan for the unit that best fits the response profile of the location.
- Implements annual operational preparedness training for assigned personnel following the WFMS Resource Operations and Standards Guide.
- Communicates effectively with multichannel radios prepares and programs radios for assignments and repair and/or replacement.
- Manages on-going training and professional development of the crewmembers in the State of Colorado; CDPS DFPC & WFMS standard operating policies procedures & guidelines. This includes time-keeping systems time & leave policies incident documentation requirements travel & purchasing policies and more.
- Oversees 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 to DFPC employees and external agency personnel.
- Assists other DFPC programs (reports data entry filing training and testing inspections research fire billing logistics etc.) as needed and available to support the mission of CDPS and DFPC.
- Other duties as assigned.
- While providing for their individual safety and the safety of assigned employees the employee leads module operations during fire suppression and incident response work. Fire suppression and incident response work includes but is not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Required Minimum Qualifications and Experiences
This must be specifically documented in your application submission. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. Please note your application will not be considered if documentation to support this qualification is not provided.Two (2) years of documented wildland firefighting experience.
Qualification to the NWCG Crew Boss - Single Resource (CRWB)
May substitute Engine Boss - Single Resource (ENGB) or Helicopter Manager - Single Resource (HMGB) qualifications PLUS significant experience serving on and leading 5-person squads 10-person modules or 20-person hand crews.
Required CompetenciesGeneral knowledge of natural resource management where the knowledge is directly applicable to fuels management and both wildland fire and prescribed fire.
General knowledge of the effects of fire on natural resources and fire ecology principles as they apply to local fuel and vegetation types weather fire behavior and the methods used to monitor analyze and predict fire behavior.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
Four (4) years of documented wildland firefighting experience and/or additional fire service experience including fireline supervision.
Exceptional candidates will have a well documented track record of multiple years of experience as a first level supervisor or work lead and will be proven leaders whose management approach is fundamentally grounded in the DFPC values of honor integrity service and loyalty.
Previous experience designing planning implementing and monitoring prescribed fire fuels treatment and natural resource management projects
Bachelors degree or higher in forestry natural resource management rangeland management or related field.
Previous experience with state level fire programs with a preference for experience with the state of CO fire programs.
Preferred NWCG qualifications:
Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) or higher
Basic Faller (FAL3) or higher
Prescribed Fire Burn Boss Type 3 (RXB3) or higher
Strike Team or Task Force Leader
Additional Single Resource Boss qualifications
State of Colorado/DFPC: Structural Firefighter I Structural Firefighter II or equivalent.
Medical certifications and qualifications including: Wilderness First Responder Emergency First Responder or Emergency Medical Technician.
State of CO Class B CDL
Demonstrated commitment to public service and community involvement.
Complete Applications Must Include the FollowingA complete CDPS Application for announced vacancy (please submit online using the link in this announcement).
A complete supplemental questionnaire (must submit online as a part of the application).
A copy of your NWCG qualifications (IQS or IQCS master record and/or incident qualification card).
Detailed chronological resume of experience.
Upon initial employment individuals will be required to provide a complete training file to DFPC that contains all necessary qualification documentation (course certificates position task books personnel evaluations and incident experience history) to demonstrate that NWCG and other requirements have been met.
Position may be required to attain additional training and/or certifications within a specified period of time per current DFPC qualifications and professional development Standard Operating Guidelines and Policies.
Current valid drivers license at time of hire and must obtain a Colorado-issued drivers license within 1 month of hire. Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel extensively throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.
Must be 18 years of age at time of hire.
This position is a public safety officer as defined by 42 U.S.C. 3796b Sec. 1204 (9).
Must be willing to travel to wildfire incidents severity assignments and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado and across the nation at times. Assignments may last for two weeks or longer.
Wildland Firefighters need to be familiar with and frequently use flammable liquids and solids in the performance of aviation operations and various prescribed fire and tactical firing tasks. This includes the preparation implementation and storage of drip torch fuel Fire Retardant Water Enhancers Aluma Gel Phosphorus and cleaning chemicals.
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam a fingerprint based criminal history search reference checking driving history drug screen.
Must maintain an Arduous Fitness Level rating (based on NWCG standards) throughout the entire employment period. Must be able to obtain an Arduous Fitness Level rating within 2 weeks of hire.
Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures 4 CCR 801 for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures are available at A standard appeal form is available at: If you appeal your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form signed by you or your representative and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director Attn: Appeals Processing 1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203. Fax: . Phone: . The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.Supplemental Information
- Are you in need of an accommodationIf you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to Human Resources at .Equity Diversity and Inclusion StatementThe State of Colorado believes that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically servethem. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status geneticinformation or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado Department of Public Safety is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources department at .Notifications
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be viaemail. Include your current workingemailaddress on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you setup youremailto accept messages from and addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
Recruitment Timeline Information- Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.
- All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement.
- Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. However if fewer than six candidates meet the minimum qualifications all applicants will be referred directly to interview and a numerical comparative analysis will not be conducted.
- Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
- For those candidates referred to interview tentative timeframe will be the first week of November.
Employment Type
Full-Time
