Captain - Wildland Fire

Utah County Government • Denver, CO

22d • $27 - $31

About The Position

This position coordinates and directs wildland fire field operations and supervises fire personnel under the direction of the County Fire Chief. The role serves as an assistant to the Battalion Chief and includes direct supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years of professional wildland fire suppression experience
• At least two (2) years of experience as a squad leader or in a related supervisory role
• Knowledge of wildland fire operations, fire ground and emergency operations, Urban Interface firefighting, and the Incident Command System
• Must possess or obtain within eighteen (18) months National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG) certification as a Single Resource Boss (Red Card)
• Must be qualified as NWCG ITC-5 or higher, or obtain qualification within eighteen (18) months
• Must meet and maintain the arduous level Work Capacity Test (WCT) annually
• Valid driver’s license with ability to obtain a State of Utah driver’s license within sixty (60) days of employment
• Ability to work irregular shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations

Nice To Haves

• Advanced training in wildland fire suppression tactics and management

Benefits

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance
• Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• Pre-tax savings
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED