The Administration Division supports Summit Fire & EMS's mission by managing the essential business functions that keep the department running smoothly — including payroll, finance and budgeting, human resources, records management, accreditation, grants, fleets/apparatus, technology and communications systems, and facilities. By handling these behind-the-scenes operations, the division allows firefighters, EMS providers and field personnel to focus on what matters most: protecting and serving the Summit County community.

The Operations Division is the front line of Summit Fire & EMS, responsible for fire suppression, emergency medical response, technical rescue and all-hazards emergency response across northern Summit County. This includes the department's Wildland Division, which specializes in wildfire prevention, mitigation and suppression in our high-risk mountain environment — working year-round on fuels-reduction projects, defensible-space efforts, and rapid initial attack when wildfires ignite. The Operations Division works out of five 24-hour response stations -- in Copper Mountain, Frisco, Dillon, Silverthorne and Keystone -- and an auxillary wildfire base in Summit Cove. Whether responding to a structure fire, a medical emergency, a mountain rescue or a wildland blaze, the men and women of Operations are trained, equipped and ready to protect lives and property throughout our community.

The Community Risk Division works to prevent emergencies before they happen and to keep the public informed and prepared. This division includes the Fire Marshal's Office, which conducts fire and life-safety inspections, plan reviews and code enforcement for new and existing construction throughout Summit County. The Community Risk Reduction Division focuses on data-driven initiatives to help residents reduce their risks in all arenas. Rounding out the division, Community Resources staff lead public education, outreach events and media relations — connecting with schools, HOAs, businesses and residents to build a more fire-safe and disaster-resilient community.