Recruitment
How to Join
Basic steps to becoming a volunteer firefighter:
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Make sure you're ready to commit. Making the decision to become a volunteer firefighter should not be taken lightly.
It requires many hours of training and a strong commitment to service.
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Contact your local fire service agency. Not all departments have volunteer, and depending upon your area,
its population and local government, volunteer opportunities may not be available.
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Call your local fire station's non-emergency number and ask to speak with the station officer.
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Once you've identified a department, you will need to complete their application and background check process.
Screening process and required qualifications vary by department.
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After you join, the department will usually enter you in a training program.
The length of the programs varies, but all firefighters are required to take a minimum 110-hour NFPA-certified course.
Recruitment Process
Talk to any officer about joining the Fire Department and obtain an application.
Bring your completed application to a Monthly Business Meeting.
These meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month at 6 pm. You will first be interviewed by an interviewing committee.
This committee will explain all of the policies and training required to become a member and you must pass a background check with Louisiana Sheriff Association Scan Agency.
Once that is done, you are to attend a meeting where members will vote by secret ballot for you to join.
You must be 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.