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Va. city settles firefighter racial discrimination suit
UK launches 'ethnic', womens' fire uniforms
17 recruits graduate as firefighters in NC
Volunteer fire companies fight for survival in Pa.
Despite incentives like free college tuition, volunteer recruitment has struggled; many chiefs blame state-mandated 166 hours of training
Closures, recruitment cuts approved for LAFD
Ousted cadet's return has Houston Fire Department reviewing policy
Va. city ends entry exam after discrimination lawsuit
Mass. chief struggles to recruit firefighters in bad economy
Tenn. fire department recruits paramedics from Ohio
NJ fire chief selection process could change due to lack of experienced volunteers
Mich. responders inspire awestruck kids
NC feels volunteer crunch as rural towns become suburbs
Mass. departments produce TV ad to attract volunteers
Miss. agencies report more responders flunking initial fitness exam
Fire cadet program reaches out to youth in NY
Mass. fire department seeks recruits to balance retirements
Volunteer firefighter numbers drop in Texas
Membership returns to pre-9/11 level
Study highlights mutual aid reliance
Water service, volunteer recruitment also rank among top concerns
How to Save Staffing if SAFER Funding is Denied
What are the alternatives if you are unsuccessful in your SAFER funding request? Now, I don't want to discourage any of you from applying for SAFER funding but I do think that it might be wise to identify a "Plan B" or "what if we don't get funded" plan to increase or maintain your staffing levels.
Honolulu department delays recruiting to cut costs
Bus recruits for Va. fire department
Age is nothing but a number at NY fire department
Volunteers at the Syosset firehouse are earning their stripes at an older age; they are a welcome addition with recruitment down
Maine fire chief's recruiting success spurs plan for new fire department
Houston Fire Department aims to recruit more women
13 Things You Can Do To Kill a Volunteer Fire Company
I've responded to many threads on this site, but I've never actually started one. I have put a lot of effort into keeping my volunteer company healthy and active, and have come up with some of the things people dothat seem to be aimed at trying to intentionally kill a volunteer company.(
16 Things You Can Do To Help a Volunteer Fire Company Succeed
(NOTE: Two weeks ago I posted the 13 ways to kill a Volunteer Department. Bonnie sent me this response, and I loved the positive response and positive attitude. So here's a few words from the other side. -JZ)
Cruisin for Solutions Recap
As I sit here in the cold, rainy, unpredictable weather of Connecticut, I cannot help but look forward to the next ‘Cruisin for Solutions’… We had a great week of fun and sun, oh yeah, and we learned quite a bit from each other.
Electing Volunteer Fire Officers
Over the past two weeks we have discussed the importance of good management, and the qualities that make a good officer. This week I will look at how to actually get that ‘good’ officer into the position.
Firing a Volunteer
There comes a time in each department when for one reason or another they would be better off without Joe Blow. While some may think it is impossible, you can fire a volunteer. It is also possible to turn down an application, but both firing and hiring are sensitive issues.
The Fire Fighter Union Movement and the Volunteer Fire Service
The career fire service in America is comprised of approximately 350,000 fire fighters. The volunteer fire service numbers over 800,000.
Bringing Members Back to the Fold
It is natural throughout our time as volunteers to phase in and out of the department. As our family and work schedules change, our time commitments change.
Welcoming New Members...
Most departments consider finding new members a challenge, when the real challenge is in turning these new members into productive, lifelong members.
Nice Job
Nice Job. Good Work. Well Done. It is amazing how much two words can say, and it is even more remarkable how rarely any of these phrases are used.
Recruitment Techniques Part 1
Over the past year I have talked quite a bit about making your department better. By improving the environment in your department, you have now prepared it to receive new members. Creating a receptive and positive environment is key before you do any type of recruitment.
Recruitment Techniques Part 3
Keeping Volunteers in the Station
Everyone joins volunteer departments for different reasons, but if we did it for the money, we would be career firefighters. So why do volunteers volunteer?
Top 10 firefighter traits
What personal characteristics are most important for success as a firefighter? Integrity, dedication and tolerance all made the list. You may be surprised at what didn't.
Pre-interview fire station visits: Are they helping or hurting you?
You should already know it is a must to visit fire stations in the department you are testing for. What you may not realize is that this station visit can hurt your chances of getting hired as much as it helps, depending on how you conduct and represent yourself.
Becoming a firefighter: 10 must-do things
Being a firefighter is not easy and neither is the process of becoming a firefighter. More than 70% of applicants don't succeed. Here are 10 must-do things every firefighter candidate should be doing to increase their odds of getting hired by showing their interest and dedication in advance.
Tips for Successful Firefighting Panel Interviews
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