Arvada Fire
Andrew Higgins is a seasoned professional in emergency services with extensive experience in leadership and instructional roles. Currently serving as a Captain at Arvada Fire Protection District since October 2012, Andrew has also held a key position as CO-3 DMAT with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services from 2009 until August 2023. Prior experience includes working as a Paramedic/FTO and EMS Instructor at Denver Health from February 2008 to September 2016, as well as serving as Adjunct Faculty at Denver Health Paramedic School from October 2012 to December 2014. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Bryant University, earned between 2000 and 2004.
Arvada Fire
At Arvada Fire, our employees are committed to delivering fire rescue, fire prevention, and emergency medical services that improve your safety, health and overall quality of life. At the center of our mission - preserving life, property and the environment - is a focus on professional and courteous care. It’s about exceeding your expectations, as well as our own. We proudly serve our citizens and each other with dedication, integrity, dependability, courage and respect. Arvada Fire currently maintains 8 active fire stations throughout approximately 41 square miles in the City of Arvada, the northern portion of the City of Wheat Ridge, and portions of unincorporated Jefferson County. Nearly 200 employees serve approximately 133,000 citizens. Arvada Fire provides a wide range of emergency response programs including fire suppression, technical rescue, water rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency medical services. The department also provides numerous community risk reduction programs including business inspections, plan review, home safety visits, school programs, community activities and more.