Volunteers / Seasonals
The PFA volunteer and seasonal program supports responses from Stations 9 and 11 in the Horsetooth and Redstone Canyon areas by staffing Station 9 Friday through Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Volunteers also support emergency medical services coverage for events including Colorado State University football games.
In 2023, the volunteers worked on meeting goals set in the Strategic Plan. The rank structure of volunteers and seasonal firefighters were aligned with the new rank structure of the entire agency. This change included two promotions to captain and four promotions to lieutenant.
Many volunteers and seasonal firefighters have gone on to have careers at PFA or remain in the program for many years, a defining achievement of their dedication and the program’s success.
PFA is thankful and proud of the individuals who give of their time, energy, and skills to serve the community. These individuals respond to calls 24/7/365 and commit to training three nights per month.
PFA ACADEMY
This year, eight firefighter recruits graduated from their 16-week academy after approximately 800 hours of hard work and are now online applying their knowledge and training every day.
HIRING PROCESS
PFA received almost 800 applicants for the 2023 hiring process, all of whom were eager to begin the process. The hiring process includes a written exam, physical ability test, two interviews, a background check, and medical and psychological examinations. Out of this large pool of applicants, 42 made the eligibility list. A testament to PFA’s commitment to ensuring public safety with highly qualified personnel.
PFA IS COMPRISED OF
229
FULL-TIME
POSITIONS
199
UNIFORMED
POSITIONS
30
CIVILIAN
POSITIONS
35
VOLUNTEER
POSITIONS
20
PART-TIME
POSITIONS
