Sampson Community Works Together to Create FireWise Community

Learn more about how the Sampson Community worked hard to create a safer community for residents and firefighters.  http://www.intercanyonfire.org/index.php/a-firewise-community

VEES Annual Flea Market

The ICFPD VEES support our firefighters with fund-raising and onsite support in major events.  The VEES are accepting tax deductible donations of saleable items on the following dates:

Friday July 17 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday July 18 form 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Donations will be accepted at ICFPD Station Three, 8445 South Highway 285.  Sorry, but we cannot accept donations of non HD TVs, any CRT TVs, computer items, tires, wood stoves, large appliances, skis and snowboards, car seats, and encyclopedias.

The Annual Flea Market will be held:

Saturday July 18 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Sunday July 19 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

This sale is huge!  We have clothing, home and office furniture, crafts, books, kitchen ware, linens, small appliances, toys, exercise equipment, tools, camping gear and more.

Thanks for your support of ICFPD.

ICFPD Firefighters and Fire Engines at Tiny Town Saturday May 23 at 10:00 AM

Meet our firefighters and check out our fire engines Saturday May 23 starting at 10:00 AM at Tiny Town.  Great opportunity for your children to learn more about firefighting and fire safety.  Tiny Town is located on South Turkey Creek Road and Highway 285.

ICFPD Job Description for new Fire Chief Position

Job Description

Job Title: Fire Chief

Summary:  Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of a fire department, including fire prevention and suppression, emergency medical services, disaster planning, and hazardous material mitigation by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

Develops, plans, and implements fire department goals, objectives, rules, regulations, and work methods that comply with Federal, State, and local laws and in response to assessment of community needs.

Establishes, within policy guidelines and budgetary constraints, appropriate service and staffing levels.

Coordinates, administers, and monitors fire and emergency response activities, personnel, and programs.

Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the fire department budget.

Directs the selection, supervision, training, development, and discipline of department personnel.

Evaluates fire prevention and fire control policies by keeping abreast of new methods and conducting studies of departmental operations.

Assumes personal command or provides supervision and mentoring of personnel acting as Incident Command at multiple alarm incidents.

Responds to emergency incidents within Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District and, as requested through mutual aid or auto-aid agreements, to emergencies in other districts.  Provides direct fire suppression activities, Emergency Medical Services treatment and transport to the level of certification, disaster mitigation, and hazardous material suppression.

Coordinates mutual fire protection plans, emergency responses, and other department activities with surrounding jurisdictions, other departments, and organizations.

Confers with officials and community groups and conducts public relations campaigns to present need for changes in laws and policies and to encourage fire prevention.

Directs investigations into causes of fires and inspections of buildings for fire hazards.

Makes final interpretation of fire and building regulations, ordinances, codes, and applicable laws to ensure compliance and consistency.

Coordinates and prepares a variety of plans, reports, presentations, and records.

Participates in employee relations activities related to the fire department, including providing advice and assistance for management negotiations.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

Design - Generates creative solutions.

 Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from others; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates; Gives appropriate recognition to others; Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures.

Diversity - Promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.                                              

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) from an accredited four-year college or university; or three to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Has ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Has ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Has ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Has ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Certificates and Licenses:

State of Colorado Firefighter II, Hazardous-Materials Operations Level, EMT-B; Shall complete and successfully certify as a State of Colorado Paramedic within 18 months of employment and maintain such certifications throughout employment.  Completion of ICS 700, 800, 100, and 200.  Completion of ICS 300 and 400 within 24 months of employment.   Progress toward NWCG Engine Boss within 24 months of employment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages nine subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 40 employees in the Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outdoor weather conditions; risk of radiation and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold (non-weather); extreme heat (non-weather) and risk of electrical shock.

 The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus while performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

ICFPD Now Accepting Applications for the Position of Fire Chief

Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District serves a population of 10,000 citizens across 52 square miles of Jefferson County, Colorado. The District is now seeking candidates for the new position of Fire Chief who will oversee 40 volunteer firefighters, EMTs and paramedics with a budget of $940,000. The district is governed by a voter-elected board of five directors and the Fire Chief reports directly to the Board. ICFPD provides structural fire protection, wildland firefighting and Emergency Medical Services ALS/BLS transport. Last year there were 420 calls for service. The hire date for this position is January 1, 2016.

The Fire Chief provides executive level leadership to the district, strategic planning support to the Board of Directors in the development of short and long range plans and policies to ensure operational readiness, effective administrative programs and financial stability of the district. The Fire Chief also responds to calls during normal working hours. The Fire Chief must become a Colorado certified Paramedic within 18 months of hire, maintain certification throughout employment and provide appropriate treatment and transport to patients.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with a proven track record of leadership, excellent communication skills and motivation of volunteer employees. An individual who can serve as a mentor and encourage all members of the Fire District to be innovative, involved and accountable is sought. The ideal candidate will be a strong supporter of the volunteer fire service for the staff and will help to create a strong development program for the District.

Candidates should possess a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible service with a fire department. At least two years of experience working as a Battalion Chief or above is required. A complete job description, position requirements and application can be found on the district website. Salary for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 annually with benefits. Placement within the stated range will be based upon the selected candidate's experience and salary history. This is an exempt position. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please review the Job Description and submit your application. Completed applications must be received in our offices no later than May 29, 2015. Please contact Kelley Cross at 303-697-4413 should you have any questions.

Join the ICFPD VEES to provide support to the Fire Department

The Inter-Canyon Fire Department Vees Auxiliary has been around since 1957. Some of our members have been involved for more than 20 years! Our members enjoy supporting the fire department in various ways.

We're looking for some new members and fresh ideas. Please join us for our monthly meeting preceded by a potluck on Tuesday, April 21 at 6 p.m. at Station 3 on Hwy 285. To learn more about the history of the Vees, use this link: http://www.intercanyonfire.org/…/our-distr…/district-history

For more details about our April meeting and potluck, follow this link: http://www.evite.com/event/028FIOIFFIQH74UZQEPE22E3NP3CMY…

Hope to see you there!

Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District Proud to Announce Largest Single Donation in Department History - Change in Date

Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District is proud to announce the single largest donation in the department’s history.  The family of Evelyne Nordheim selected ICFPD as the recipient of a $220,500.00 donation for the purchase of an ambulance.  Evelyne Nordheim was a resident of ICFPD for over 50 years prior to her death in 2013.  The new ambulance will be positioned at ICFPD Station Four to serve her friends and neighbors in the Deer Creek Mesa and White Deer Valley neighborhoods and all of the citizens of Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District. 

“The new ambulance will replace a 14 year-old vehicle which has served our district well, but is nearing the end of its useful life.” said Chief Randy Simpson.  “The ambulance at station four has become our most frequent responding apparatus and will be a great asset for providing emergency medical services across our district.  The generous donation from Evelyne Nordheim’s estate will allow our volunteer staff to provide the best possible care to our patients.” 

The new ambulance will have all of the equipment needed to provide Advanced Life Support emergency medical care:

·        Four wheel drive

·        Multiple radios for communicating with surrounding agencies

·        ECG monitor/defibrillator for patient assessment

·        Medications, supplies and equipment to serve all patients. 

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The Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District was one of three organizations to receive donations from the estate of Evelyne Nordheim.  The other recipients include the Disabled American Veterans and the Oak Creek, Colorado Fire Department for a building to house their restored original 1938 fire engine.   ICFPD plans to purchase an ambulance which duplicates the most recent ambulance acquisition.  Standardization will reduce training time and maintenance costs.  Placards recognizing Evelyne Nordheim’s donation will be placed inside and outside the ambulance and on ambulance equipment.

Biographical Information on Evelyne Nordheim

Evelyne Jarrell was born on May 4, 1924 in Oak Creek, Colorado.  She grew up in the area and then taught school in a one room school house near Hayden, Colorado where she met Shelby Nordheim who was working as a cowhand on an area ranch.  Shelby served as a Technical Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne Division during World War II and saw action in Africa, Italy and France.  Shelby parachuted into Normandy on D-Day and was critically wounded on June 13, 1944 and spent over a year in the hospital recovering from his injuries.  Shelby and Evelyne were married in 1949 and moved to the Denver area where both worked on a ranch in Waterton Canyon.  In late 1950 Evelyne and Shelby moved to Denver and Shelby attended Barber College, opening a shop in the downtown YMCA.  Evelyne took a job with the Air Force Finance Office working with servicemen on retirement and disability.  In 1957 they built a house in Jefferson County near the future location of Chatfield Reservoir.  The Army Corps of Engineers condemned the area for a flood control reservoir in 1968 and the Nordheims were able to purchase their house and moved it to its current location on Buckhorn Road near Deer Creek Canyon Park where they lived the rest of their lives.  Shelby passed away in 2001 and Evelyne lived in the house until her death in May 2013.  The Nordheim's did not have any children. Evelyne is survived by her two brothers, Alvin E. Jarrell of Granby, Colorado and Howard C. Jarrell of Grand Junction, Colorado

The volunteer firefighters, EMTs and Paramedics of Inter-Canyon Fire Protection District provide fire suppression, wildland fire response and Emergency Medical Services to approximately 10,000 residents in a 52 square-mile area of the foothills of Jefferson County.  We would like to thank the family of the Nordheims for this incredible gift.  ICFPD will receive the donation of $220,500.00 at a ceremony at Station Four, 13877 Grizzly Drive, Littleton, Colorado, on Tuesday March 10, 2015 at 2:00 P.M.