Future Candidates

At Colorado River Fire Rescue, a great fire service career is more than just a job—it is supporting your health, family, development, and future. We’re committed to creating an environment where firefighters can perform at their best without sacrificing life outside the station

FPPA (Fire & Police Pension Association of Colorado) Statewide SRP Defined Benefit Plan Pension

• Employee contribution – 12% of your base salary per pay period
• Employer contribution – 11% of your base salary per pay period
• Death & Disability Benefit – Employer pays 4.2% of your base salary per pay period

CEBT (Medical, Dental & Vision) With Value Added Benefits

CRFR pays 100% of employee premiums and 75% of eligible dependent premiums as referenced below.

The district currently provides an overall $2,025 monthly ($934/per pay period) benefit to eligible full-time employees.

Any coverage less than family coverage results in a 457DC employer differential contribution, providing each member the same benefit regardless of family dependents.

Short- and Long-Term Disability – Paid 100% by Department

Life Insurance @ 3x Annual Salary – Paid 100% by Department

• Dependent Life (if applicable):
• $5,000 – Spouse
• $2,000 - Child

Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

Generous PTO Accumulation (Paid Time Off)

• PTO currently accrues starting at 11.08 hours per pay period (total of 288 hours per year, inclusive of the current 11 paid holidays)

Up to 100% Paid Education Assistance

Voluntary Overtime Available

Voluntary Local Union

Robust Training Budget