Future Candidates

Colorado River Fire Rescue offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support career longevity, financial security, and overall wellness.

Retirement

FPPA Statewide Defined Benefit Pension

• Employee contribution: 12%
• Employer contribution: 11%
• Employer-funded Death & Disability Benefit (4.2%)

Health & Insurance

CEBT Medical, Dental & Vision

CRFR provides strong health coverage for employees and families:

• 100% employee premium coverage
• 75% dependent premium coverage
• $2,025 monthly total benefit value
• Employees who choose coverage less than the family plan will receive the unused benefit amount as an employer contribution to their 457 Deferred Compensation plan, ensuring every employee receives the same total benefit value.

Additional coverage includes:

• Short- and Long-Term Disability (100% paid by department)
• Life Insurance – 3x annual salary (100% paid by department)
• Dependent Life Insurance
• • $5,000 spouse
  • $2,000 child

Time Off & Work Schedule

• 48/96 shift schedule
• Starting at 288 hours PTO annually (including holidays)
• Voluntary overtime opportunities

Career Development

CRFR actively invests in firefighter development:

• Paid Paramedic School
• Up to 100% education assistance
• Leadership and professional development
• Robust training budget

Additional Benefits

• Voluntary local union
• Wellness and fitness support