DFPC WFMS Firefighter V: Aviation Specialist (Broomfield or Penrose) (opens in new window) (opens in

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

Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees. Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees. The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount. Through Benefit Hub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country. State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan. Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details. We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days. The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility. About the Work Unit The mission of the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) is to serve and safeguard the people and protect the property, resources, environment, and quality of life in Colorado. DFPC’s vision is to be the Nation's premier state fire organization by acting with foresight, providing bold leadership, enhancing our partnerships, and exemplifying the highest level of professionalism in fire prevention and protection, while building a safe and supportive work environment for our employees. The Division achieves this mission and vision through its four (4) Sections: Center of Excellence, Fire and Life Safety, Professional Qualifications and Training, and Wildland Fire Management. Each of the four sections serve Colorado’s fire community in a different capacity- from training firefighters to technological advancements in public safety, responding to and managing wildfires to building code enforcement, DFPC is dedicated to serving and safeguarding the people of Colorado while protecting property, resources, environment and quality of life. One of the Wildland Fire Management Section’s (WFMS) primary roles is to assist and support local agencies with a range of wildland fire management programs including administrative, technical, preparedness, planning, response, and prescribed fire and fuels functions. Wildland fire management in Colorado is a cooperative, interagency partnership between local, county, state, tribal, and federal entities. Wildland fire protection responsibilities on non-federal lands in Colorado follow a hierarchy of: local jurisdiction > county sheriff > and finally to the State of Colorado (DFPC). WFMS plays a crucial role in coordinating with external partners and representing Colorado at both regional (multi-state) and national levels. Work Environment This is a hybrid position that is expected to work onsite the majority of the time. Onsite scheduling will be based on operational and business needs and may vary from week to week, with a minimum requirement of two days per week onsite. This position may be assigned to an on-call rotation on a written schedule. If applicable, this will be in accordance with current CDPS and DFPC guidelines pertaining to on-call for exempt employees. During emerging incidents in assigned region, this position will be expected to be available outside of standard work hours to coordinate DFPC response, and provide technical assistance to local agencies during the mutual aid and/or initial attack periods. About the Position Under the general guidance of the Director of DFPC and the WFMS Section Chief, this position is the primary mid-level supervisor of DFPC Helicopter Modules. The Aviation Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the Aviation Branch, the local DFPC District, and other DFPC Work Units, fostering a “One DFPC” operational culture. This position directs, manages, supervises, evaluates, organizes, and provides technical assistance to aviation management and operations within the assigned District(s). The primary purpose of this position is:

Key Responsibilities: District Fire and Aviation Program Operations and Coordination Directs DFPC fire aviation programs within the assigned District(s).Acts as the State's Subject Matter Expert (SME) for aviation programs, services, and functions within the assigned geographic area for DFPC staff and external partners. Interpret existing policies, rules, and regulations related to fire aviation management, and implements/communicates to external agencies and internal personnel; identifies issues and areas for improvement in policy, guidelines, and plans, and provides recommendations for changes as needed to maintain and improve effectiveness of programs. Determines need for specific resources, staffing, and equipment based on Preparedness Levels, develops a plan for utilization of needed and assigned resources. Represents DFPC, other State agencies, counties, and local fire agencies on committees, work groups, and boards concerning aviation management; compiles input from local jurisdictions and federal agencies; reviews, updates and applies changes to aviation plans; provides technical direction in the execution of plans; and coordinates with DFPC District staff to meet District staffing needs and response configurations to support operations on a continual basis. Maintains and communicates situational awareness of fire conditions and potential, as well as local and large-scale emergency incidents