Firefighter

POSITION: FIREFIGHTER (IV, III, II, I)                                                 

DEPARTMENT: FIRE

REQUISITION: 1186                                                                                  

STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME; NON-EXEMPT;

12-MONTH INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

SALARY RANGE: $78,681 / ANNUAL - $126,582 / ANNUAL (PAID HOURLY) DOQ/E                                            

WORK SCHEDULE: 48/96 SHIFT SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026                                                

CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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SUMMARY: The Firefighter performs general firefighting duties and is required to remain prepared and ready to respond to all calls for assistance. Studies City street maps, pre-fire plans, and other material preparatory to being called on an alarm. Requires a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, and understanding of Fire Department policies, rules and regulations, and the organization's overall goals. Must have an in-depth understanding of fire behavior and response protocols. Must have the ability to understand complex orders and concepts and communicate the same. Must have a good understanding of machinery, preventative vehicle maintenance, and minor vehicle repair. T

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The Firefighter must be familiar with the buildings in the City, including the location of the annunciator panel, FDC, standpipe connections, read the panel, and locate the activated alarm device. 
• Must maintain a high level of expertise in using all firefighting tools and equipment.
• Read and understand the Policies of the City of Black Hawk, the rules and regulations, and the Standard Operating Guidelines of the Department.  
• Conducts studies and recommends to their Fire Lieutenant new or different equipment, methods, and supplies that will most effectively and efficiently accomplish the goals of the Department.  
• Responds to alarms of fire or other emergencies and determines the resources needed.  
• Attend department meetings and briefings relative to Fire Department operations and activities.   
• Teach classes on a variety of subjects to other fire personnel and the community's citizens. 
• Answer general questions about the functions of the Fire Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 REQUIREMENTS: Education and experience: The Firefighter shall be experienced in firefighting and EMS techniques. Additional education and training in the fire science/firefighting fields are highly desirable. The Firefighter must have a high school diploma or equivalency certificate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must possess a Colorado Driver's License with a good driving record; Must have and maintain at a minimum a State of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment certification as an EMT-B; Must have and maintain an American Heart Association Professional Rescuer CPR certification; Must have and maintain at a minimum a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Hazardous Materials Operations certification; Must have and maintain at a minimum a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Firefighter I certification; Must have NIMS IS-100 and IS-700; Successfully complete NWCG S-130, S-190, L-180 classes within 12 months of hire and complete an approved annual wildfire refresher class (RT-130) each year thereafter..

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for the position, please go to www.cityofblackhawk.org and click the job openings tab, then the job title link. Please read the full job description. All online applications must have a resume attached to be considered. The City of Black Hawk conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment.  

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