Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District

Job Title: EMS Training Lieutenant

Department: Training Division

Reports: Division Chief of Training, Safety and Special Ops

Effective Date: February 2026

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Base Salary: $141,262

Location:  High Country Training Center – Frisco, Colorado

Schedule:  40 hr./week

Job Summary: As a member of the Training Division team, the EMS Training Lieutenant will serve as the primary EMS instructor for continuing EMS education for both Red, White & Blue Fire District and Summit Fire & EMS. Under the direction of the Division Chief of Training, Safety and Special Operations, the EMS Training Lieutenant will work directly and in conjunction with the EMS Training Captain, EMS Lieutenant from Red, White & Blue Fire and EMS Specialists with Summit Fire and EMS to deliver EMS training, instruction, and programming to all Emergency Personnel in Summit County Fire Districts. In addition, the EMS Training Lieutenant is expected to maintain collaborative relationships with external stakeholders throughout Summit County.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

EMS Training Delivery & Coordination

·         Develop, coordinate, and lead monthly joint EMS continuing education (CE) sessions.

·         Manage and document CE hours for state and national recertification.

·         Facilitate BLS and ACLS recertifications and lead monthly CPR training.

·         Oversee and maintain EMS training equipment to ensure functionality and compliance.

·         Coordinate initial and refresher CEVO (Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator) training.

·         Administer recertification processes for State and National Registry ACLS, and BLS.

·         Assist with EMS training budget planning and resource management.

·         Develop and manage content within the Learning Management System (LMS).

·         Integrate EMS content into fire-related training where applicable.

·         Provide assistance and expertise in large-scale emergency events within the county as needed.

Instructional Program Development

·         Collaborate with EMS Specialists to deliver shift-based, hands-on scenario training (LAB).

·         Facilitate QA/QI-driven education and skills reviews with EMS Specialists.

·         Support development of specialized programs.

·         Contribute to operational training materials, reports and guides.

Quality Improvement, Data Use & Collaboration

·         Serve on the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Steering Committee and support CQI-driven education initiatives.

·         Participate in patient care documentation reviews to support quality assurance efforts.

·         Integrate CPR feedback into training to improve provider performance.

·         Collaborate with EMS Specialists from RWB and SFE to support system-wide improvements.

·         Act as liaison to educational partners, including Colorado Mountain College and Common Sprit medical direction.

·         Provide ongoing support and input to the EMS Training Captain

Leadership and Organizational Culture

·         Engage in accreditation processes.

·         Maintain health and fitness to successfully perform the essential job functions and successfully pass annual evaluations, such as a medical exam.

·         Promote the District’s Mission, Vision, and Guiding Virtues

·         Stay abreast of emerging threats, technologies, industry trends, and legislation in as they pertain to training and quality improvement.

·         Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals even when the decision may be unpopular to some.

·         Lead by positive example

·         Exemplary customer service skills that find common ground and preserve relationships.

·         Encourage co-workers and employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership in what they do.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

·         High school diploma or GED required.

·         Associate’s degree in EMS, Fire Science, or a related field preferred.

·         Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a field paramedic, preferably in a fire-based EMS system.

·         Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in field training and/or adult EMS instruction.

·         Experience in EMS quality improvement programs preferred.

·         Must be at least 21 years of age.

·         Must pass a background investigation, polygraph, physical exam, and drug screening.

·         Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; must obtain Colorado license within 30 days of hire.

·         Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with professionalism.

·         Able to prioritize tasks, work independently, and thrive in a dynamic team environment.

·         Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, LMS platforms, and smart classroom technologies.

·         Grant Writing Experience is desirable.

Licenses, Certifications & Accreditations

·         IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 (within 3 months of hire)

·         National Registry Paramedic (in good standing) with ability to obtain Colorado Paramedic license

·         BLS Instructor (within 3 months of hire)

·         ACLS Instructor (within 3 months of hire)

·         Obtain State Administrator, Primary/Assistant EMS Instructor Certification (within 18 months of hire)

·         CCP-C and/or FP-C certification are desirable.

·         Maintain clinical certification and field capability as a practicing paramedic or IFT Advanced Practice Paramedic.

Job Competencies:

·         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.

·         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.

·         Interpersonal Skills—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.

·        Judgement - 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; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

·         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.

·         Organizational Support—Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports the organization's goals and values; benefits the organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

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

·         Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; 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.

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

·         Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands the organization's strengths and weaknesses; analyzes the market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.

·         Teamwork—Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above one's own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

·         Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; is able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Demands and the Work Environment: The work environment includes indoor and outdoor environments.

·         Indoor: office space, interior of buildings, and construction sites. Outdoor: exterior of buildings, construction sites, and special event sites in all weather conditions. Work is performed. I must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly. Must be able to lift to 20 lbs., push and pull up to 20 lbs., lift, stand, and carry consistently, and have proper hearing, vision, and speech capabilities.

·         Work may be performed under dangerous and adverse conditions, including, but not limited to, low-light levels, slippery and uneven surfaces, proximity to moving equipment, broken glass or other materials, elevated surfaces, and confined spaces.

·         May be exposed to: Contaminated environments, including but not limited to hazardous materials, smoke, gases, chemicals, fumes, odors, mists, biohazards, and dusts. Hazardous materials associated with building maintenance.

·         High noise levels include fire alarms, construction equipment, and other elevated noise situations.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Neither the Red, White and Blue Fire Protection District’s (RWBFPD) policies nor should any employee construe this job  description as an express or implied contract guaranteeing the rights of any employee permanently. The RWBFPD reserves  the right, without notice to employees, to unilaterally modify, add to, suspend, interpret or cancel any of the provisions of this job description and its published or unpublished RWBFPD policies and procedures if it is in the best interests of the RWBFPD and its workforce. Accordingly, unless the employee has an executed written contract with the RWBFPD,  employment with the RWBFPD is terminable at will of either the employee or the RWBFPD, at any time, without notice,  cause or any specific disciplinary procedures. RWBFPD is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.