Volunteer Program
Program Overview
The Brookline Fire Protection District Volunteer Program is designed to train and educate individuals interested in fire service and community service. Our program offers numerous benefits, including meeting the needs of our community and department while providing on-the-job training at reduced or no cost. The department furnishes the necessary tools and equipment, so volunteers incur no out-of-pocket expenses. In addition, our volunteers are often given preference over other applicants when full-time positions become available.
Minimum Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older with a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must have a clean criminal history
- Must be in good health and able to complete a physical agility test
Monthly Requirements
- 4 Training Credits Monthly (training on Monday evenings starting at 6:30 pm until class end)
- 8 Station Credits Monthly (credits earned from 7:00 to 22:00, Monday – Sunday)
- Note: 1 Credit equals 1 Hour
Volunteer Probationary – 2 Year Commitment
- Volunteers will be on probation for 1 full year regardless of experience or certificates.
- Volunteers must have their EMT-B license at the end of the 2-year period.
- Volunteers must have their Fire 1 & Fire 2 Certificates at the end of the 2-year period.
- Volunteers in good standing will have their EMT-B and Fire 1 & Fire 2 training costs covered by the department as long as monthly requirements are met.
Additional Information & Application
For additional information or to obtain an application, please contact:
Volunteer interviews and onboarding classes are held quarterly.
*At this time, we do not offer a Junior Firefighter Volunteer Program.