Squad Boss at Evergreen Fire/Rescue

Evergreen, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

73980.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Wildland Firefighting, Fuels Mitigation, Chainsaws, Chippers, Emergency Response, Teamwork, Customer Service, Communication, Project Management, Equipment Maintenance, Data Collection, Public Interaction, Training Coordination, Safety Procedures, Record Keeping

Industry

Public Safety

Description

Description Reports to: Wildland Lieutenant Department: Wildland FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Full-Time 2025 Pay Range: $54,800 to 73,980 (the hiring range is $54,800 to $67,740) Are you passionate about making a difference in a close-knit community? Evergreen, Colorado is a vibrant and picturesque mountain town - perfect for enjoying the outdoors, scenic views, and being part of a community that truly cares for one another. Join our dedicated team members where protecting life, property, and the environment is our mission. About Us Evergreen Fire/Rescue, founded in 1948, provides around the clock emergency medical, rescue, and fire suppression services along with community risk reduction services to nearly 26,000 residents across more than 120 square miles. Led by a Fire Chief and the Board of Directors of the Evergreen Fire Protection District, EFR consists of six divisions: Administration, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Operations, Community Risk Reduction, Maintenance, and Wildland. The volunteers and employees of each division are committed to providing exceptional service to their community of residents, business owners, employees, and visitors. About the Position The Wildland Squad Boss provides leadership, coordination, and supervision for assigned Fuels Crew members while actively participating in wildfire mitigation, suppression, and preparedness operations. This role combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on project work to reduce wildfire risk through fuels reduction, defensible space creation, prescribed fire, and wildfire response. The position typically works a 40-hour week, with additional hours as needed for projects, training, or emergency response. Core Responsibilities Include: Duties may vary depending on district needs and direction from the Wildland Chief or Wildland Captain or Wildland Lieutenants. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist Wildland Captain and Lieutenants in leading, training, and supervising Fuels Crew members during mitigation projects, chipping, pile construction/burning, and prescribed fire operations. Assist and manage crew in participating in home assessments, chipping program operations, and large-scale fuels mitigation projects throughout the district. Operate and oversee the safe use of heavy equipment, chainsaws, chippers, engines, pumps, and hand tools. Respond to emergency incidents including wildland fire calls and serve in leadership roles during initial attack, extended attack, mop-up, and patrol operations. Participate in national wildfire assignments annually as part of an engine crew. Assist with agency training coordination and weekly communication regarding wildfire preparedness. Support fuels moisture data collection, record keeping, and project documentation. Maintain equipment, vehicles, and tools in safe, working condition. Ensure accurate reporting of crew hours, work completed, and site observations. Represent Evergreen Fire/Rescue professionally when interacting with the public, landowners, and partner organizations. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Requirements Competencies required for success: Communications: Converses and corresponds with peers in ways that support transactional and administrative activities. Seeks and shares information and opinions. Explains the immediate context of the situation, asks questions with follow-ups, and solicits advice prior to taking action. Customer Service: Establishes effective relationships with internal and external customers to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure customer satisfaction. Leadership: Demonstrates initiative and role model behavior, contributing with honesty, respect, and integrity. Supports vision and values in daily work and actions. Teamwork: Takes initiative and participates willingly by supporting team decisions, assisting other team members, and doing his/her share of the work to meet goals and deadlines. Shares all relevant and useful information. Displays appropriate behavior and contributes to creating a positive team spirit. Education and Experience required for success: 18 years of age or older. High School Diploma or GED. Valid Driver’s License with no major violations. One or more years of leadership experience. Wildland firefighting experience, including both initial attack and extended national assignments. Fuels mitigation experience. NWCG Firefighter Type 1 or active FFT1 Position Task Book. Faller 3 (FAL3) Current arduous pack test Preferred Qualifications: ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 (or within 30 days of employment). NWCG Qualifications: Faller 2 (FAL2), Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5). Completion of the following classes: S-130, S-190, L-180, S-211, S-212, S-215, S-219, S-290, L-280. Experience with chainsaws, chippers, mitigation projects, pile construction/burning, and initial attack and mop-up operations. Compensation and Benefits: Job Classification: Full-time Non-Exempt Compensation: $54,800 to 73,980 (the hiring range is $54,800 to $67,740) Benefits include: Healthcare - medical, dental, vision covered at 100% and dependents at 80% 401a pension w/employee and employer contribution 457 Plan Generous Paid Time Off Life and Disability Insurance This job posting will be closed on December 1, 2025. Evergreen Fire Rescue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or other protected classes under the law.

Responsibilities

The Wildland Squad Boss provides leadership and supervision for Fuels Crew members while participating in wildfire mitigation and preparedness operations. Responsibilities include training crew members, managing projects, and responding to emergency incidents.