Front Range Fire Rescue
Location: Milliken, CO
Salary: $120,000 - $150,000
For a complete position profile, please visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments."
Located on the east side of the snow-capped peaks of the Rocky Mountains in northern Colorado, Front Range Fire Rescue Fire Protection District serves the towns of Johnstown and Milliken, as well as portions of Weld County and Larimer County, just 45 miles north of Denver and 35 miles northeast of Boulder. The area is known for its stunningly beautiful landscapes and amazing outdoor recreational opportunities. Headquartered in scenic Milliken, the District is in one of the fastest growing areas in northern Colorado.
Serving a population of over 22,000, in a 74-square mile service area, Front Range Fire Rescue is governed by a five-member Board of Directors. The District currently operates three fire stations, and full-time administrative staff is made up of a Director of Administrative Services, two Deputy Chiefs (Operations and Life Safety), and the Fire Chief. The District has a total of 28 full-time employees, 2 part-time employees, and 13 reserve firefighters, and operates on a 2019 budget of $4,332,896. In 2018, the District responded to roughly 2,500 calls for service.
Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Fire Chief budgets, plans, coordinates, and implements all District programs, activities, and policies established by the Board of Directors. The Fire Chief is also responsible for coordinating the operations of the District with other local, regional, and state fire protection agencies and with other governmental agencies, and may function as a Command Officer at emergency scenes.
A bachelor’s degree in fire administration, public administration, or other closely related field, and a minimum of 15 years of full-time experience with a paid or combined paid/volunteer fire department is required. Candidates must also have at least 8 years of supervisory and administrative experience in a managerial and command position of Battalion Chief or higher that demonstrates the required knowledge, abilities, behaviors, and traits to perform the essential functions. IAFC Fire Officer II or higher and a valid driver's license are required.
Front Range Fire Rescue is an Equal Opportunity Employer. First review: March 31, 2019 (open until filled). To apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Submit Your Application". Application materials will only be accepted electronically via the website. For questions, please call 206-368-0050.
See Attached: Front Range Fire Rescue Fire Chief Profile