How to Join

Can You Meet the Challenge?

The demands are great.

The Wake Forest Fire Department protects the town of Wake Forest and a surrounding 40-square-mile area which includes Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

We respond to more than 500 emergency calls in a typical year using both career and volunteer personnel, and work hard to prevent emergencies before they happen through aggressive fire prevention and code enforcement.

Just because a volunteer doesn't earn a paycheck doesn't mean we require any less commitment for professionalism from volunteers than from career personnel. Volunteers are not just "window dressing" - they're an integral part of our community protection program, and we're looking for serious, dedicated men and women qualified to join our team.

From fighting fires, to helping out at an emergency scene, to educating the public about fire safety or providing administrative support, there are many ways for you to make a difference as part of our organization.

But we demand a commitment from you. Emergency service is a serious business requiring serious obligation. We'll be glad to show you what we do and suggest how you could help. But if you're not sure you can commit the time and energy necessary to succeed, please find another way to fill your time.

If you do feel qualified to meet the challenge, we welcome you, and encourage you to join us. Help us continue to fight the battle against fire and keep the Wake Forest community safe.

The Steps to Membership

Candidate inquiries

Application filed

Application processed
(including background and reference check)

Screening committee interview

Preliminary approval
by Board Screening Committee as a provisional member of volunteer company

Physical examination - Agility test

Final approval as provisional member

Probationary period
Additional training and service requirements (six months)

Full membership in the
Wake Forest Fire Department

There are many ways to serve the community through the Wake Forest Fire Department. Yes, we need fire fighters, but also seek assistance in other areas.

Here are our department's service classifications and examples of some of the functions that fall within each level of service.

	Fire Fighting/Suppression
	Rescue (high-angle, water/ice, extrication)
	Emergency Medical Service
	Fire Ground Support (self-contained breathing apparatus, manpower sector, welfare sector, communications aid)
	Public Education

What it Takes

To be considered you must...

	Be at least 18 years old and live within our service area (Wake Forest fire district).
	Possess a high school diploma or GED.
	Commit to provide at least two years of service to the Wake Forest Fire Department (6-months probationary), if selected.
	Possession of a valid driver's license is recommended for emergency response personnel.

To qualify, you must...

	Successfully complete the selection process (described in this brochure).
	Meet the medical and physical requirements for our service classification, after receiving conditional approval by the Screening Committee.
	Successfully complete a probationary period of six months during which monthly service and training requirements, and any additional conditions of your probationary contract, are fulfilled.

After successfully completing your probationary period, you must meet all department service and training requirements for your service classification to remain an active member of the Wake Forest Fire Department.

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