Volunteer - Reserve Fire Rescue Administrative

WELCOME TO VIP - VOLUNTEER IN PASCO! Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer with the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners and giving back to your community! In Pasco County, we strive to provide excellent public services that meet the needs of our citizens and enhance the quality of life for our residents and visitors.

Location: All Regions

Please upload the following items with your application:
- Copy of Driver License
- Copy of Social Security Card
- Copy of Lifetime Driving Record
- Copy of signed application release form (Click link below)

Applicant Release Form

Omission of any of the documents listed above may result in the rejection of the application

You can view the VIP Manual at the below listed website, prior to completing the VIP application: VIP Manual

Essential Job Functions

Pasco County Fire Rescue Administrative Reserve consists of volunteer opportunities within the following areas of Pasco County Fire Rescue.
- Training Division
- Chaplains (non-denominational)
- Administrative functions (assigned out of Headquarters)

Cadet - The Fire Cadet program is open to young men and woman ages 14-21 who want to learn about the fire service through hands-on, practical and classroom evolutions. Under the guidance of the members of Pasco County Fire Rescue, Cadets will learn all aspects of emergency services, from training and day-to-day operations to fire tactics and emergency medical care. After completing a training program, Cadets will be able to ride-along on the fire apparatus.

Additional release forms, background check authorizations, and parental consent forms may be required prior to the first day of volunteer activities. As the requirements may differ from job to job and Division to Division, all activities will be at the discretion of the Chief, Lead or Supervisor for that specific job or Division.

Training Division Reservists may be required to supply certifications to engage in activities

Chaplain Reservists may be asked to supply Credentials to the Lead Chaplain

Cadets- will have to follow all rules and regulations set forth by the Cadet Corps.

Administrative Functions- may be required to supply proof of past experience or certifications to perform certain job functions

Minimum Requirements

The minimum age for VIP applicants for this department is based on the position. The minimum time requirements for each Reservists position are listed below. Failure to fulfill the minimum time requirements may result in dismissal from the Fire Rescue Reserve Program.

- Training Division – 10 hours a month
- Chaplains – As directed by Lead Chaplain (on-call basis)
- Administrative functions- 10 hours a month
- Cadets- As set forth in Cadet Corp. Rules and Regulations

Some Reserve positions may require a physical prior to starting. Applicants will be notified of the need for a physical during the onboarding process.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Relief Position - Benefits not available. Not eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with FS 295.07.

Requirements: Valid Driver License, Social Security Card, Lifetime Driving Record

Salary: See Position Description

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled