Join the Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department

Our volunteers play an essential role in protecting and supporting our community. We’re looking for dedicated, motivated individuals to help us provide exceptional fire/rescue and emergency medical response services to our neighbors in times of need.

The Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad (HVFD) is actively recruiting men and women ages 16 and older in good physical condition who wish to serve Huntingtown and surrounding areas in the capacity of firefighters and/or Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs).

We are also always recruiting Auxiliary Members to contribute in the areas of fundraising, public relations, public education, and administrative assistance.

Basic Requirements

Do you have what it takes to become a volunteer with HVFD? Here are the minimum requirements to be an active member:

• Minimum age of 16
• Complete application packet
• Attend new member orientation
• Complete background check and fingerprinting
• Complete either Emergency Medical Technician Training (EMT) or Firefighter 1 within 12 months of joining.
• Attend department drills and meetings - Held each Thursday night at 1900 hrs

Minimum Membership requirements include: 6 drills and 6 meetings as well as respond to 100 calls and participate in 50 hours of collateral activities per year in order to maintain their membership.

Membership Benefits

When you volunteer, you’ll know that your community, your county and your state always have your back, too. Here’s a look at some of the ways you’re rewarded for your service:

• Child Care Assistance
• Tuition Assistance
• Length-of-Service Award Program
• Maryland Income Tax Modification Program
• Calvert County Property Tax Credit
• Discount Incentives with Participating Businesses
• House Keys for Employees
• Line-of-Duty Death Benefits
• Free Training (some classes are college accredited)
• Employee Assistance Program (free to volunteers and their family)
• What is Tickets At Work.com Discount Program

How To Join

To join the HVFD family, complete the interest form below and a department representative will reach out to you. For any questions about the membership process or requirements email hvfdmembership@hvfd6.org.

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