DFPC Firefighter - Regional Fire Training Specialist.

State of Colorado; Lakewood (CO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a DFPC Firefighter - Regional Fire Training Specialist to develop and deliver fire training programs. This role involves assessing training needs, ensuring compliance, and managing resources. The position is expected to be fully remote, with hybrid options available for candidates in the Denver/Lakewood area.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Work-Life Balance Programs

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Eight years of related education and/or experience in firefighting or fire training.
• DFPC Certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver fire service training programs.
• Assess training needs and coordinate regional training.
• Transport and maintain training equipment across Colorado.

Skills

Fire Training

Public Safety Training

Education

DFPC Certifications in Fire Instructor I

DFPC Certifications in Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations

DFPC Certifications in Firefighter II

Job description

DFPC Firefighter - Regional Fire Training Specialist

Join to apply for the DFPC Firefighter - Regional Fire Training Specialist role at State of Colorado.

This position is open only to Colorado state 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.

The full salary range is listed, but employees are typically hired towards the lower end of the range. The position is expected to be fully remote, depending on the candidate's location, with hybrid work possible if located in the Denver/Lakewood area.

Our Mission: Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision: Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values: Unity, Honor, Service.

CDPS is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We aim to recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees, embracing everyone and building a culture of inclusiveness. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Why Work at CDPS? We nurture a culture driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado, with an inclusive workplace supporting collaboration, growth, and public service. Our benefits include excellent work-life balance programs, training, professional development, and a wide range of benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Description of Job

About the Work Unit: The Division of Fire Prevention and Control Professional Qualifications and Training (DFPC PQT) promotes excellence in public safety through quality training and professional standards for Colorado’s emergency responders.

About the Job: The role involves developing and delivering fire service training programs, assessing training needs, coordinating regional training, and ensuring compliance with policies. The position requires working in various weather conditions, often involving live-fire training, and handling firefighting equipment.

Program Management: Assess training needs, design curricula, coordinate training activities, recruit instructors, and evaluate program effectiveness.

Administration: Develop and evaluate regional training programs and instructors, assess training needs, and manage resources.

Maintenance & Delivery: Transport and maintain training equipment across Colorado, ensuring operational readiness.

Needs Assessment: Continuously analyze fire service practices, legal issues, social trends, and emerging threats to ensure training relevance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of related education and/or experience in firefighting, fire training, or public safety training.
• DFPC Certifications in Fire Instructor I, Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations, and Firefighter II (please upload copies).

Preferred Qualifications

• DFPC Certification as Fire Instructor II and/or Fire Officer I.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license at hire, with Colorado license within 30 days.
• Operate a pool vehicle for travel.
• Background check, polygraph, medical exam, drug test, and driving record review required.
• Must be a Colorado resident at application.

Additional Information

Applicants will be notified via email. Ensure your contact information is current. The recruitment timeline includes review of applications, merit-based selection, and appeal rights are detailed in the official notices and rules.

For accommodations due to disability, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The State of Colorado values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.