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Fire Service Officer / Firefighter 1

City of Colby
Colby, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

FIRE SERVICE OFFICER:

The Colby Fire Department is currently seeking applications for the position of Fire Service Officer. Under the direction of the Chief and Assistant Chief, is responsible to work all required relief shifts of the Fire Department; performs and coordinates the overall training and maintenance of the Fire Department; is the 24-hour on-call officer in a rotation schedule with the Chief and Assistant Chief; assumes command of the Fire Department at departmental incidents. Possess a Class B Kansas driver’s license; Haz-Mat Technician certification desirable; certification at Firefighter II level. The City of Colby is an equal opportunity employer and provides employees with an excellent benefit package and relocation assistance. An application can be obtained online at www.cityofcolbyks.gov or from the office of the City Manager, 585 N. Franklin, Colby, Kansas 67701. Position open until filled. EOE

FIREFIGHTER 1:

The Colby Fire Department is currently seeking applications for the position of Firefighter I. Under supervision of the Fire Chief or other assigned supervisor, this position responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; drives and operates pumping engines, aerial ladder trucks, other fire protection equipment, and all emergency equipment; assists in maintaining fire apparatus and equipment; responds to major emergency calls while off-duty; attends scheduled drills and classes relating to firefighting techniques. This position does entail shift work, 24 hrs. on and 48 hrs. off. Applicants must have a valid Class B drivers license. The City of Colby is an equal opportunity employer and provides employees with an excellent benefit package. Starting salary depends on qualifications. Additional information or applications can be obtained online at www.cityofcolbyks.gov or from the office of the City Manager, 585 N. Franklin, Colby, Kansas 67701. Application review to begin upon receipt of application. Position open until filled. EOE.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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