Aspen Fire

05/05/2026

NOW HIRING: LIEUTENANT - WILDLAND - ASPEN FIRE
Aspen Fire Protection District is seeking a strong, mission-driven leader to help advance our wildland fire program.

The Lieutenant of Wildland plays a key leadership role in wildfire preparedness, fuels mitigation and risk reduction, wildland training programs, and interagency coordination. Working under the Battalion Chief of Wildland, this position supports operational readiness and represents AFPD in regional wildland collaboration efforts.

If you’re passionate about building a resilient, safety-driven wildland program and serving as a subject-matter expert in wildland fire operations, we encourage you to apply.

Apply here:
https://aspenfire.bamboohr.com/careers/34?source
=aWQ9MzE%3D

Application Deadline:
Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at 5:00 PM MST

Learn more at:
www.aspenfire.com/employment

05/01/2026

🌲 Chipper Day 2026 is here 🌲
Reducing wildfire risk starts at home. Creating defensible space around your property is one of the most effective ways to protect your home and support community safety.
Aspen Fire’s Free Curbside Chipping Program helps residents dispose of slash, limbs, and small logs safely and efficiently.

✔️ What we accept:
• Brush
• Tree limbs
• Small logs (under 6” diameter)

❌ What we don’t take:
• Construction/lumber materials
• Roots
• Loose leaves or plant debris
• Machine-compacted piles

📍 Proper prep matters:
Stack cut ends facing the road and place piles within 5 feet of the roadway without blocking access.

Pickup dates are subject to address location during signup

👉 Scan the QR code for more information and to register

Let’s work together to keep our community safer and better prepared this season.
—

04/21/2026

🔥 Reminder: Wildfire Community Info Night is Tonight 🔥

Join us this evening at Aspen Fire Station (3rd Floor) for our Wildfire Community Info Night.

Open House: 5:00–6:30 PM
Presentation: 5:30 PM
420 E. Hopkins, Aspen

Learn about planned fuels reduction projects, forest health management, 2026 drought and fire outlooks, and how you can prepare for an emergency.

We look forward to seeing you tonight and continuing the conversation about keeping Aspen safe and resilient.

04/16/2026

🔥 Wildfire Community Info Night 🔥

Join us for an evening of information, conversation, and preparedness.

Tuesday, April 21
Aspen Fire Station – 3rd Floor
420 E. Hopkins, Aspen

Open House: 5:00–6:30 PM
Presentation: 5:30 PM

Come learn and ask questions about:
• Planned fuels reduction projects this summer
• How Aspen is managing forest health
• Drought and fire outlooks for 2026
• How to prepare for an emergency

Aspen Fire, City of Aspen, Pitkin County Emergency Management, ACES, and our community partners look forward to seeing you there.

Being informed is the first step in being prepared.

04/08/2026

Application Deadline for Seasonal Wildland Firefighters has been updated to April 15th, 2026 @ 12pm.

NOW HIRING: SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER – WILDLAND – ASPEN FIRE

Aspen Fire Protection District is seeking dedicated, hardworking individuals to join our Wildland Division as Seasonal Firefighters.

The Seasonal Wildland Crew Member supports wildfire response, fuels mitigation, and community risk reduction efforts throughout the District and surrounding areas. This role plays a critical part in protecting life, property, infrastructure, and natural resources within the wildland-urban interface (WUI).

Seasonal Firefighters respond to wildland fires, assist with hazardous fuels projects, support preparedness efforts, and may deploy locally or nationally. This position requires physical endurance, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety and Aspen Fire’s mission.

2026 Hourly Wage Range:
$28.39 – $35.97

Apply here:
https://aspenfire.bamboohr.com/careers

Application Deadline: UPDATED
Monday, April 15th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Noon) MST

Learn more at:
www.aspenfire.com/employment

03/29/2026

PITKIN COUNTY- RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT.

Sunday 3/29/26 from 12pm-8pm.

03/20/2026

NOW HIRING: SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER – WILDLAND – ASPEN FIRE

Aspen Fire Protection District is seeking dedicated, hardworking individuals to join our Wildland Division as Seasonal Firefighters.

The Seasonal Wildland Crew Member supports wildfire response, fuels mitigation, and community risk reduction efforts throughout the District and surrounding areas. This role plays a critical part in protecting life, property, infrastructure, and natural resources within the wildland-urban interface (WUI).

Seasonal Firefighters respond to wildland fires, assist with hazardous fuels projects, support preparedness efforts, and may deploy locally or nationally. This position requires physical endurance, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety and Aspen Fire’s mission.

2026 Hourly Wage Range:
$28.39 – $35.97

Apply here:
https://aspenfire.bamboohr.com/careers

Application Deadline: UPDATED
Monday, April 15th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Noon) MST

Learn more at:
www.aspenfire.com/employment

03/16/2026

NOW HIRING: LIEUTENANT - WILDLAND - ASPEN FIRE
Aspen Fire Protection District is seeking a strong, mission-driven leader to help advance our wildland fire program.

The Lieutenant of Wildland plays a key leadership role in wildfire preparedness, fuels mitigation and risk reduction, wildland training programs, and interagency coordination. Working under the Battalion Chief of Wildland, this position supports operational readiness and represents AFPD in regional wildland collaboration efforts.

If you’re passionate about building a resilient, safety-driven wildland program and serving as a subject-matter expert in wildland fire operations, we encourage you to apply.

Apply here:
https://aspenfire.bamboohr.com/careers

Application Deadline:
Friday, March 27th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Noon) MST

Learn more at:
www.aspenfire.com/employment

03/16/2026

NOW HIRING: BATTALION CHIEF - WILDLAND – ASPEN FIRE
Aspen Fire Protection District is seeking a senior command-level leader to guide and strengthen our wildland fire program.

The Battalion Chief of Wildland will oversee all wildland fire management activities — providing strategic direction for response preparedness, mitigation and fuels management, training, and community education. This role serves as AFPD’s principal wildland subject-matter expert and represents the District at the local, state, and federal levels.

If you are a mission-driven leader committed to building a resilient, safety-focused wildland program aligned with best practices and interagency standards, we encourage you to apply.

Apply here:
https://aspenfire.bamboohr.com/careers/31?source=aWQ9MTg%3D

Application Deadline:
Friday, March 27th, 2026 at 12:00 PM (Noon) MST

Learn more at:
www.aspenfire.com/employment

02/27/2026

The future is coming to Aspen!

Aspen Fire is breaking new ground in wildfire response. The City of Aspen will be the first in the nation to deploy AI-powered wildland firefighting drones to help predict, monitor, and suppress wildfire activity. These advanced aircraft can support firefighters on the ground, improve situational awareness, and strengthen community safety as wildfire risk increases.

This innovative technology represents a major step forward in protecting lives, property, and natural resources.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.denver7.com/news/wildfire/aspen-to-become-first-city-in-the-country-to-use-wildland-firefighting-drones