Timberline Fire Protection District is currently accepting applications for a July 2023 interview process. TFPD is an all hazards agency serving rural Gilpin and Boulder counties in the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains. Prospective members are NOT required to live in district or possess any certifications/experience to apply. Timberline provides all required training, including state FF1, NWCG wildland, and NREMT medical (EMT/EMR) certifications. To apply please visit https://timberlinefpd.colorado.gov/volunteer/support-our-firefighters/become-a-volunteer-firefighter | Requirements: All new members are subject to a motor vehicle records check, background investigation, department physical screening, and must posses or complete an arduous work capacity test upon acceptance. Membership Requirements: 36 hours/month of shift time (12 hr minimum shifts) OR 48 calls annually (for in-district members) Completion of Probationary Member Task Book and annual training requirements in accordance with position/rank Attendance at various community service events throughout the year (two events/year required) | Categories: Firefighter

Foothills Fire & Rescue is a combination department comprised of full-time and volunteer firefighters. It is our philosophy that whether you are a volunteer or career firefighter, the tasks are the same, as the department takes its responsibility toward public safety and professional services very seriously. The department accepts applications year-round for volunteer firefighters who reside in the Foothills Fire Protection District to join our team. Full-time positions are typically filled from within our volunteer firefighter ranks. Download a sample Firefighter Academy training schedule. As a volunteer member of Foothills Fire & Rescue, you will have the honor of serving your community in emergency situations. Additionally, all members have the opportunity to meet and work with other highly trained, motivated, and enthusiastic volunteers, and interact with numerous local, state, and national fire and rescue organizations. The department operates out of five stations: Lookout Mountain, Rainbow Hills, Mount Vernon, Grapevine, and Idledale. We are responsible for all emergency services except ambulance transport, which is provided by the Highland Rescue Team Ambulance District. We serve residential, commercial, wildland, and highway exposures to a roughly 25-square-mile area in central-western Jefferson County. Additionally, we provide assistance to neighboring fire departments such as Pleasant View, Genesee, Golden, and Evergreen. We maintain a combination paid/volunteer staff of approximately 40 members. | Requirements: Criteria for Membership Application for membership requires that you: ➢ Be at least 18 years of age ➢ Be in good health and good physical condition ➢ Have no felony convictions ➢ Have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance ➢ Reside within the boundaries of the Foothills Fire Protection District lf you are accepted as a volunteer member of the department, you will be a trainee member until you meet the following requirements: ➢ Successful completion of: o A state certified Firefighter I academy o A four-hour cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) course o An Emergency Medical Responder or Emergency Medical Technician certification course o A Hazardous Materials Operations certification course o Wildland S 130/180/190 courses ➢ Approval for active membership by the Foothills Fire & Rescue Chief after a thorough background check ➢ Participation in at least 25 calls ➢ Recommendation from one officer and two firefighters ➢ Participating in a minimum of 36 hours of training annually ➢ Participating in various department events ➢ Carrying a department-provided radio to receive emergency alarms ➢ Completing a minimum of 36 shift hours per month ➢ Keeping all certifications current by attending required training | Categories: Firefighter

Join the Wild Aware Field Studies team by downloading the app and helping to count wildlife near Highway 74 in Evergreen. Contribute to data collection efforts to better understand wildlife movement.

Educate visitors at Evergreen Lake about local wildlife and provide guidance on elk behavior during critical seasons. Collaborate with Evergreen Audubon and Denver Mountain Parks to share wildlife information.

Participate in the KCA community garden by planting, maintaining, and harvesting crops. Volunteers share produce with the club and the larger community, fostering a sense of community and sustainability.

Assist in organizing and executing community events such as clean-ups, wildfire mitigation, and pedestrian safety efforts. Volunteers help to set up, manage, and take down events, ensuring they run smoothly and engage the community.

Join the Emergency Evacuation Team to assist in the care of large animals during wildfires, floods, and other natural disasters. Volunteers are trained and protected under a county agreement, and horse handling experience is not required for all roles.

Transport animals to veterinary appointments and help in moving them from rural communities to foster homes. Volunteers play a key role in ensuring animals receive necessary care.

Provide a nurturing foster home for animals until they are ready for adoption. Volunteers help in nurturing, healing, and loving the animals during their stay.

Assist in reviewing adoption applications to match animals with their perfect families. Volunteers are crucial in ensuring each animal is placed in a loving home.

Support runners during race events by volunteering at aid stations. Volunteers will assist with providing refreshments and encouragement to participants, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable race experience.

Join us in maintaining and constructing trails, which includes tasks like drainage upkeep, building rock walls, and using tools such as McCleods and shovels to shape trails sustainably. Volunteers will work on projects ranging from light maintenance to new trail construction.

Help keep our open spaces clean by participating in cleanup efforts. Volunteers will assist in removing trash and promoting Leave No Trace principles to ensure the beauty and sustainability of our trails.

Participate in free hands-on workshops to learn about trail building and maintenance. Volunteers will collaborate with land managers and engage in sustainable trail practices in Eldorado Canyon State Park and Jefferson County Open Space.

Join the Front Range Climbing Stewards in rebuilding the Royal Arch Trail for the City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks. Volunteers will assist in trail construction and maintenance, focusing on sustainable trail building techniques.

Assist in running bake sales and collecting donations at BHS Choir concerts. Volunteers help ensure the smooth operation of fundraising activities during events.

Participate in organizing community dinners, coordinating Choir T-shirts, and assisting in publishing the Choir newsletter. Volunteers help enhance the choir experience by supporting various organizational tasks.

Assist at Boulder's oldest arts festival, featuring artists from around the country. Volunteers are needed for event set-up, water distribution, and booth sitting for artists. Engage with the arts community and help facilitate a successful event.

Volunteer at Boulder County's premier free outdoor summer concert series. Responsibilities include helping run the bar, selling drink tickets, and greeting/assisting attendees. A fun opportunity to enjoy music while supporting the community.

Perform in the Arts for Elders Matinee Series, a monthly event where performing artists in theater, music, dance, and traditional performance share their art with the senior community.

Assist with grant research and writing, fundraising, development, transportation, ticket distribution, graphic design, marketing, website support, volunteer coordination, and outreach.

Volunteer as a driver and performance companion for seniors in need of transportation to events. Volunteers receive a complimentary ticket to the event and have the opportunity to make a new grand-buddy.

Assist with various tasks during the Buddhist Arts and Film Festival, such as event setup, guest assistance, and logistical support. Volunteers will help ensure the smooth operation of the festival events.