The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control, part of the Department of Public Safety, is recruiting an Engine Crewmember for its Wildland Fire Management Section in Sterling, on the northeastern plains. This is a Firefighter I position riding a state engine in DFPC’s Northeast District 1, doing initial attack, suppression and fuels work across the region. The recruitment also establishes an eligibility list that DFPC can draw on to fill similar Department of Public Safety positions over the following twelve months. Because Sterling sits within thirty miles of the state line, the usual Colorado residency requirement is waived and both residents and non-residents may apply. The agency lists an anticipated hiring range of $4,839 to $5,806 a month, with the full Firefighter I class range running higher, plus state medical and dental plans, PERA retirement, eleven paid holidays and accrued leave.
| Pay | $58,068 – $69,672 per year (anticipated hiring range; $4,839 – $5,806 monthly) |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Sterling, Colorado |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Apply By | Oct 12, 2026 |
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