State of Colorado
DFPC Firefighter II: Module Lead.
State of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
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). The position operates in alignment with DFPC’s core values of honor, integrity, service, and loyalty. 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. Requires use of fire experience and knowledge, rudimentary skill in firefighting tasks, and the ability to recognize and communicate safety considerations and other factors (fire intensity, fuel conditions, weather observations, etc.). This knowledge, skill, and ability is shown by being qualified as an National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter 1 (wildland). As qualified on an incident, the employee may temporarily work as a Firefighter III. Incident response may require travel to active fires, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado and across the nation at times. 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 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. Work duties include participation in physical conditioning activities for up to one hour each day. Mitigation, Fuels Treatment and Resource Management Projects
While providing for their 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; 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 & mentors others in safety inspections, maintains and repairs tools and equipment; cleans, reconditions, and stores properly. Collects, documents and gathers data and records information on fuels sampling, fuel types, weather conditions, fire behaviors, and status of work accomplished. Assists in design, development, and writing of plans for various resource management projects, including but not limited to: hazardous fuels reduction projects, prescribed fire projects and natural resource management projects. Follows and enforces the appropriate 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. 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; contributes to implementing processes to inventory tools, PPE, equipment; accounts for any safety issues; communicates repair/replacement needs to supervisor. Collects, compiles and calculates various wildland fuels and fire danger rating indices using appropriate tools and technology. Communicates effectively with multichannel radios, prepares and programs radios for assignments and repair and/or replacement. On-going training and professional development 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. 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 (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. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights
One (1) year of documented professional wildland firefighting experience Qualification to NWCG standards as a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) or more years of wildland firefighting experience and/or additional fire service experience Additional experience in prescribed fire and fuels mitigation work; and/or additional experience with all hazard response including search & rescue, low-angle rescue, swift water rescue and other all hazard incident response. Previous experience with state level fire programs, with a preference for experience with the state of CO fire programs. Exceptional candidates will also have one or more of the following NWCG qualifications: Basic Faller (FAL3) or higher Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) or higher Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) Crew Boss, Single Resource (CRWB) 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. Previous supervisory, team lead or fireline lead experience. Demonstrated commitment to public service and community involvement. Complete Applications Must Include the Following Documents
A 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 qualification (IQS or IQCS master record and/or incident qualification card). Detailed, chronological resume of experience. Conditions of Employment
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 driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's 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, medical physical exam, and 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. Supplemental Information
Applicants may submit evidence of a disability or request accommodation. Reasonable accommodations are available. Human Resources contact: cdps_hr@state.co.us. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement
The 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 serve them. 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, genetic information 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. Notifications
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time‑sensitive correspondence regarding this position. Recruitment Timeline Information
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. 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 will advance to the comparative analysis process. 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 mid‑November. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full‑time Job function
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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). The position operates in alignment with DFPC’s core values of honor, integrity, service, and loyalty. 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. Requires use of fire experience and knowledge, rudimentary skill in firefighting tasks, and the ability to recognize and communicate safety considerations and other factors (fire intensity, fuel conditions, weather observations, etc.). This knowledge, skill, and ability is shown by being qualified as an National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter 1 (wildland). As qualified on an incident, the employee may temporarily work as a Firefighter III. Incident response may require travel to active fires, severity assignments, and pre-position assignments throughout Colorado and across the nation at times. 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 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. Work duties include participation in physical conditioning activities for up to one hour each day. Mitigation, Fuels Treatment and Resource Management Projects
While providing for their 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; 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 & mentors others in safety inspections, maintains and repairs tools and equipment; cleans, reconditions, and stores properly. Collects, documents and gathers data and records information on fuels sampling, fuel types, weather conditions, fire behaviors, and status of work accomplished. Assists in design, development, and writing of plans for various resource management projects, including but not limited to: hazardous fuels reduction projects, prescribed fire projects and natural resource management projects. Follows and enforces the appropriate 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. 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; contributes to implementing processes to inventory tools, PPE, equipment; accounts for any safety issues; communicates repair/replacement needs to supervisor. Collects, compiles and calculates various wildland fuels and fire danger rating indices using appropriate tools and technology. Communicates effectively with multichannel radios, prepares and programs radios for assignments and repair and/or replacement. On-going training and professional development 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. 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 (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. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights
One (1) year of documented professional wildland firefighting experience Qualification to NWCG standards as a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Preferred Qualifications
Three (3) or more years of wildland firefighting experience and/or additional fire service experience Additional experience in prescribed fire and fuels mitigation work; and/or additional experience with all hazard response including search & rescue, low-angle rescue, swift water rescue and other all hazard incident response. Previous experience with state level fire programs, with a preference for experience with the state of CO fire programs. Exceptional candidates will also have one or more of the following NWCG qualifications: Basic Faller (FAL3) or higher Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) or higher Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) Crew Boss, Single Resource (CRWB) 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. Previous supervisory, team lead or fireline lead experience. Demonstrated commitment to public service and community involvement. Complete Applications Must Include the Following Documents
A 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 qualification (IQS or IQCS master record and/or incident qualification card). Detailed, chronological resume of experience. Conditions of Employment
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 driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's 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, medical physical exam, and 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. Supplemental Information
Applicants may submit evidence of a disability or request accommodation. Reasonable accommodations are available. Human Resources contact: cdps_hr@state.co.us. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement
The 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 serve them. 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, genetic information 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. Notifications
All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time‑sensitive correspondence regarding this position. Recruitment Timeline Information
Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. 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 will advance to the comparative analysis process. 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 mid‑November. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full‑time Job function
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