Chief, Fire Protection District

The Fire Chief is responsible for the external affairs of the department such as, but not limited to:

This is an exempt position. Regular hours Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm are expected. Evening, weekend and holiday emergency response availability may be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Plans, develops, organizes, performs, assigns, directs and evaluates department operations with respect to equipment, apparatus and personnel.

Reviews, revises and submits personnel policy and procedures, operating procedures, and disciplinary procedures to the Board for approval.

Attends District Board meetings to receive and provide information as appropriate; develops and monitors progress towards departmental goals and objectives.

Exercises budgetary control through the development and expenditure of appropriated funds to efficiently and effectively attain District objectives. Writes grants. Directs the preparation and analysis of department records and reports to ensure an efficient operation that meets service demands.

While on duty, responds to 911 calls and responds to all major incidents to direct District resources and personnel. Provides direction and approves fire prevention, inspection, and training programs. Serves in the official capacity of District Fire Marshal, conducting and reviewing fire inspections. Attends work as scheduled and interacts with staff and the public in a professional and respectful manner.

Performs routine equipment/med checks on emergency vehicles.

Ensures all equipment, buildings and grounds are clean and in good working order.

Oversees the recruitment, selection, and training of personnel in accordance with current IFSAC and Colorado Department of Public Health EMT standards.

Performs other duties as assigned or as required by District Board.

Work Environment:

Position is stationed in an office setting, however response to emergency calls includes extreme physical hazards, weather, and environmental conditions. Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations. Applicant may be exposed to physical stress to include kneeling, bending, crawling and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Notices:

Position subject to physical testing, drug testing, DMV and criminal background checks.

Offers for employment will be made in accordance with Colorado State Revised Statutes 24-6-402 (3.5), specifically, that final candidates will be named in public meeting, and formal offer of employment (not to include contract negotiations) will be made in public meeting. Records of final candidates are generally public records, not including candidates’ letters of reference; medical, psychological or sociological data; or financial records.

Process:

Application will remain open and candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates meeting minimum qualification should expect an initial phone screen. Candidates will move on to a panel interview, with final interviews taking place during regular Fire District Board meetings.

Candidates should expect to be available for position available starting September 1, 2026.

Department and District Information:

Tucked away in the Rocky Mountains, the 12 square mile Fire Protection District is located on the north slope of “America’s Mountain,” Pikes Peak. Steeped in natural beauty, the Town of Green Mountain Falls was founded as a tourist haven in the 1800’s and has drawn vacationers from around the country for over 100 years. There are now approximately 3,000 permanent residents in the District, with the population swelling to over 4,500 during the summer. You are 20 minutes away from Colorado Springs, the second largest city in Colorado, and less than two hours’ drive from the state’s premier ski areas. The District has become a hub for a wide range of outdoor activities and the nationally known, sometimes eclectic art, including one of the few Skyspaces in the country, revolving installations, and the annual summer Green Box Arts Festival.

You will be working from our modern, fully equipped fire station located at 2 Carsell Way in Green Mountain Falls. Built in 2021, the main station features a crew wing with individual bedrooms, specialized weight room, locker rooms, kitchen and large lounge area. The administration wing consists of spacious offices, training room and a communications center. The district averages 500 calls a year and operates on a budget of approximately $390,000 annually. The district also has a three-bay satellite station in Chipita Park, approximately two miles from the main station. The Green Mountain Falls/Chipita Park Fire Protection District (800mhz) is dispatched by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Communications Center. The District has 12 active professional unpaid firefighters, who meet for weekly departmental and monthly medical training, maintaining a minimum of 40 training hours annually. Our personnel’s certifications include EMT Basic, Firefighter I and II, and Hazmat most with multiple credentials.