The Greeley Fire Department provides service 24 hours per day, seven days a week and protects a total of 64.5 square miles. In addition to responding to requests for assistance, firefighters are also involved in public education, stand-by duties requiring first aid or fire watches, and maintenance. We protect lives and property through activities associated with fire prevention, rescue, firefighting, hazardous materials and emergency medical incidents.
Job Requirements
- 21 or older;
- Current Colorado or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) and Paramedic (EMT-P) certification at the time of job offer and must maintain certification throughout position at GFD;
- Valid driver's license with good driving record;
- High school diploma or GED;
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions;
- Skill in communicating effectively; orally and in writing, using tact and diplomacy;
- Skill in recording information accurately;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
- No felony convictions or misdemeanors involving moral turpitude;
- Upon hire, required to work either a 48-hour shift schedule or an 8 hour/day/40 hours per week schedule at the determination of the Chief.
The Recruiting Process
- The City of Greeley uses the National Testing Network for testing and applications. Written testing is conducted at Aims Community College.
- CPAT information
- Frontline Mobile Health information
- NFPA 1582 Fitness Standard by VO2 male and female charts
Salary Information
Please see the wage table.
For questions related to recruitment, contact us at [email protected] or (970) 350-9710.
