Division 4

HR

The Fire Department Human Resources team handles onboarding, workers comp, modified duty, transfers, and promotions; manage employee records and benefits; guide members through policies, leaves, and career development; and partner with leadership to ensure a safe, fair, and supportive workplace. HR is here to help firefighters and staff navigate every stage of their careers so they can stay focused on serving Denver.

Internal Affairs (IA)

Denver Fire Department’s Internal Affairs (IA) unit is responsible for ensuring integrity, accountability, and public trust within the department. IA reviews and investigates complaints or concerns involving member conduct, workplace behavior, and policy compliance. The team provides an objective, fair, and confidential process to examine facts, identify issues, and recommend solutions or corrective actions when needed.
Through this work, IA helps maintain a professional, safe, and respectful environment for both department members and the community they serve.

Fire Investigation Unit (FIU)

The Fire Investigation Unit (FIU) will investigate without delay the cause, origin, and circumstances of every fire or explosion or intent to commit such an act involving the loss of life or injury to a person or destruction or damage to property and, if it appears that such fire or explosion is of suspicious origin, the Investigators will take immediate charge of all physical evidence relating to the incident and will pursue the investigation to its conclusion.

Training

Training programs are aligned with Department Standard Operating Guidelines, Directives, and overall objectives. Improvements support higher effectiveness in delivery of emergency services, maintain the City’s Insurance Service Office ISO 1 rating, and increase career opportunities for quality, diverse candidates.

Recruiting

The Departments Recruiting team works to attract, inform, and guide the next generation of firefighters and fire service professionals. Recruiters connect with the community through outreach events, career fairs, and educational programs; provide candidates with clear information about qualifications and the hiring process; and support applicants from initial interest through testing and onboarding. Their mission is to build a diverse, skilled, and dedicated workforce that reflects and serves the Denver community.

Community Risk Reduction (CRR)

The Community Risk Reduction program is dedicated to strengthening safety and resilience in the communities we serve. Through proactive strategies and strong partnerships, CRR develops and delivers essential safety education and resources that foster a culture of awareness and preparedness.

Aligned with the Denver Fire Department’s mission, the CRR team serves with integrity, accountability, inclusivity, and the courage to act—providing timely, professional services that support life safety and property conservation.

By collaborating with community partners, CRR upholds the highest standards of prevention, preparedness, mitigation, and engagement. Their mission is to identify and address emerging risks through innovative solutions and continuous education. Staying informed of local, national, and global trends, CRR works with stakeholders to protect our customers and build resilient communities where everyone can thrive.

Outreach

At DFD, we recognize that strong community partnerships are essential to public safety and community resilience. Through outreach events, partnerships, and new initiatives, the outreach team continues to build trust, promote fire and life  safety education, and create meaningful opportunities for engagement. Through social media the team is always excited to share the highlights of their efforts and the positive impact everyone is making with the communities they serve.

Public Education

The Public Education program is committed to developing, providing, and disseminating safety education resources and programs to both the public and our internal stakeholders. Public education requires dedication to ongoing education and identification of current community risks.  Members shall stay abreast of trends locally, nationally, and internationally affecting like-sized and greater departments to proactively mitigate risk at large.  The guiding principle of the Public Education Program is the safety of our customers through collaboration, partnerships, perseverance, and dedication to purpose.