Firefighter/EMT, ALS Preferred

Salary: $24.92 to $33.00 DOE

The Roaring Fork Fire and Rescue Authority is an organization that strives to serve our neighbors, solve problems, and save lives through our shared passion to serve, dedication to excellence, respect for diversity, and commitment to our communities. The Authority operates a combination system and responds to fire, rescue, hazardous materials, and wildland incidents. The agency runs Advanced Life Support ambulances and provides transport services to two Level III trauma centers in the valley. The communities of Snowmass Village, Basalt, El Jebel, Old Snowmass, and Thomasville all rely on RFFR for 24/7 emergency services.

Ready to be part of this high-performing, dedicated, and passionate organization in which you can progress further in your career; be a part of high-functioning teams that are empowered to help progress RFFRA; where there is room for training, education, and job advancement. Here is your chance. RFFRA is currently recruiting to fill the following position:

One (1) full-time responder position and five (5) part-time responders. Candidates must of the following positions:

Full or Part-Time Firefighter/EMT,

Under supervision, assists with fire suppression, hazardous material response, rescue operations, and Basic Life Support emergency medical services; operates appropriate Authority apparatus dependent on emergency response; participates in fire training, fire prevention, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities.

Full or Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

Under supervision, assists with fire suppression, hazardous material response, rescue operations, and Advanced Life Support emergency medical services; operates appropriate Authority apparatus dependent on emergency response; participates in fire training, fire prevention, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities.

Full or Part-time Single Role Paramedic (requirement to obtain Firefighter I certification)

Under supervision, is responsible for emergency medical services delivery to the town of Snowmass Village, the Town of Basalt, and surrounding areas; this includes basic & advanced life support EMS. Operates appropriate Authority apparatus dependent on emergency response, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities.

Location: Roaring Fork Fire Rescue Authority

Work Schedule: Minimum of
48 hours a month with a maximum of 120 hours a month, plus events and call-backs as available that fall into the allotted maximum time.

Firefighter/EMT Minimum Qualifications:

The candidate must have the following minimum qualifications:

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Valid Colorado EMT or National Registry EMT certification or higher, obtained within two (2) months of hire
3. Valid Colorado Drivers License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
4. Valid Colorado, or IFSAC, or Pro-Board Fire Fighter I
5. Valid Colorado, or IFSAC, or Pro-Board Hazardous Materials Operations
6. S-130/190, ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 700 within 12 months of hire.
7. 21 years of age

Firefighter/Paramedic Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess the following:

1. High school diploma or GED
2. Valid Colorado Paramedic or National Registry Paramedic certification or higher, obtained within two (2) months of hire
3. Valid Colorado Drivers License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
4. Valid Colorado, or IFSAC, or Pro-Board Fire Fighter I
5. Valid Colorado, or IFSAC, or Pro-Board Hazardous Materials Operations
6. S-130/190, ICS 100, ICS 200 and ICS 700 within 12 months of hire.
7. 21 years of age

Single Role Paramedic Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess the following:

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. A valid State of Colorado driver's license (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)
3. Valid Colorado State Paramedic certification
4. 21 years of age

Requirements within 12 months:

1. Valid Colorado Fire Fighter I within 12 months of hire (will be required to attend Colorado Mountain College fire academy in the Spring 2026)
2. Colorado Hazmat Operations Certification, or higher within 12 months of hire
3. S-130/190, ICS 100, ICS 200, and ICS 700 within 12 months of hire

*Candidates who are currently enrolled in a program(s) to achieve these minimums or higher are encouraged to apply.

Applicants with out-of-state certifications for the qualifications listed above must be able to obtain the required Colorado certifications within one year of hire.

The Authority reserves the right to send EMT certified members to a paramedic education program to obtain paramedic certification as a condition of full-time employment

The Fire Chief may establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates. Candidates who are placed on the eligibility list will be notified of such. Eligibility lists are valid for up to 6 months, however, the Fire Chief reserves the right to re-test and establish a new list at any time.

**Preferential points will be given to candidates who already hold a Colorado or National Registry Paramedic certification.

Compensation for 2025:

Firefighter/EMT

Step 1 $72,362.37

Step 2 $75,980.49(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 3$ 79,779.52(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 4 $83,768.49

Step 5 $87,956.92

Firefighter/Paramedic

Step 1 $86,928.64

Step 2 $91,275.07(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 3 $95,838.83(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 4 $100,630.77

Step 5 $105,662.31

Single-Role Paramedic

Step 1 $76,792.48

Step 2 $80,632.11(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 3 $84,663.71(Lateral Consideration Only)

Step 4 $88,896.90

Step 5 $93,341.74

**When determining compensation, RFFRA evaluates training, education, experience, and internal equity to determine hiring wage. THE HIRING RANGE IS FROM STEP 1 OF THE SALARY RANGE TO STEP 3 OF THE SALARY RANGE, AND THE FULL RANGE HAS 5 STEPS.

* We use a 28 consecutive day work period and overtime starts after 212 hours worked in said 28-day work period.

** Full Time Only Bonus Opportunity

Paramedic Only: Hiring Bonus of $1,000 will be offered at the start of employment.

Paramedic Only: Bonus of $2,500 will be given upon successful completion of their Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP)

Training and On-Boarding Support: New members will be assigned to a Field Training Officer (FTO) for the first few months after hire. The FTO will be a mentor and provide comprehensive guidance, development, and leadership on performing critical job skills while increasing engagement and productivity effectively.

Full-time employees are offered a very extensive benefit package that includes:

• 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees only, and reduced cost for family members
• Up to 240 hours of accrued paid time off, and up to 72.8 hours extended leave hours annually.
• Shift Trades
• Basic life and voluntary accidental death and dismemberment insurance,
• FPPA defined benefit with an additional 4 % into a 457-Fidelity retirement plan
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.

Part-time employees are offered a very extensive benefits package that includes:

• 48 hours of sick time
• Basic life, accidental death, and dismemberment insurance

Contact Information: Renee Thomas, HR Director, 970-340-7048 rthomas@roaringforkfire.org

Submittal Requirements: Authority Application https://roaringforkfire.org/about/employment-opportunities/

Updated Resume

Copies of Certifications/Degrees

All of the submittal requirements can be submitted via mail or

emailed to applications@roaringforkfire.org

Application Deadline: Applications must be received via email no later than, September 15, 2025, at 4:30 pm

Interview Date: Monday, September 29, 2025

**Employee Housing opportunities may be available**.