Firefighter IV: Helicopter Captain

Salary $77,808.00 - $93,384.00 Annually Location  Other (see multiple locations in job posting), CO Job Type Full Time Job Number DFPC-WFMS-FF4Heli-09/2026 Department Department of Public Safety Division Division of Fire Prevention and Control Opening Date 09/10/2026 Closing Date 9/28/2026 5:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address Fremont County (Southeast District 3) or Montrose County (Southwest District 4) Hiring Pay Rate Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,484 - $7,782/month or $77,808 - $93,384/year FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information Ryan McCombs -- [email protected] Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. Type of Announcement A residency waiver has been granted for this announcement. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. THIS POSITION HAS A RESIDENCY WAIVER A residency waiver has been granted for this position.

Applications will be accepted from both Colorado residents and non-residents. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for current and future vacancies at the following location(s):  Southeast District 3: Canon Helicopter Captain - Penrose, CO Southwest District 4: Montrose Helicopter Captain - Montrose, CO An eligibility list may be established with this recruitment and could be used to fill similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Please refer to DFPC Fire Management Regions and Staff Link for more information regarding district boundaries Fire Management Regions and Staff . Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities. Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado. Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.

The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees.

We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace. Careers with a purpose: If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services. Classification and Salary: FIREFIGHTER IV Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,484 - $7,782/month; $77,808 - $93,384/year Full Salary Range: $6,484 - $9,080/month; $77,808 - $108,960/year 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.

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