Wake Forest Fire Department Mission
We are committed to providing fire prevention education, fire suppression, medical services, and other emergencies and non-emergency activities to the surrounding community, visitors, and residents of the Town of Wake Forest. We accomplish this mission through education, training, and dedication to the protection of our membership and citizens.
A Career with Wake Forest Fire: The Best Job In The World
The Wake Forest Fire Department currently employs over sixty full-time 24-hour career staff at four different stations and five different companies: Engine 1, Engine 2, Engine 3, Engine 4, and Ladder 1. We also employ nine part-time employees that staff Engine 5 during weekdays. We protect the Town of Wake Forest and a surrounding 40 square-mile area which includes Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. We answer over 3200 emergencies every year consisting of fires, vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, and a variety of others. Our entire career staff is NC FF level 1 and 2 certified, Hazardous Materials Operations level, and EMT certified.
Hiring processes are conducted sporadically so please fill out an interest card below and we will notify you when our process is open again.
Hiring processes are conducted sporadically so please fill out an interest card below and we will notify you when our process is open again.
WFFD's Hiring Process is Currently CLOSED
Make a Difference, Become a Volunteer!
The Wake Forest Fire Department is a combination department which means it relies on both career and volunteer staff to operate. 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, providing medical aid, assisting at emergency scenes, 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.
We do demand a commitment from you. The emergency services 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.
Explorers
Our Explorer program provides an opportunity to encourage, educate, and guide youth between the ages of 14-21 towards success in the fire service. The Explorers gain knowledge by participating and assisting staff both on and off of the emergency scene.
The Explorer is required to get permission of both his/her family and his school, He/she must maintain passing grades and is required to present his/her report card each quarter. Applications can be picked up at Station #1.
If you have any questions about our Explorer Program, please e-mail Lt Robert Weatherford at: rweatherford@wakeforestfire.com
From fighting fires, providing medical aid, assisting at emergency scenes, 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.
We do demand a commitment from you. The emergency services 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.
Explorers
Our Explorer program provides an opportunity to encourage, educate, and guide youth between the ages of 14-21 towards success in the fire service. The Explorers gain knowledge by participating and assisting staff both on and off of the emergency scene.
The Explorer is required to get permission of both his/her family and his school, He/she must maintain passing grades and is required to present his/her report card each quarter. Applications can be picked up at Station #1.
If you have any questions about our Explorer Program, please e-mail Lt Robert Weatherford at: rweatherford@wakeforestfire.com
Volunteers Needed!!
Wake Forest Fire Department is seeking dedicated volunteers to join our family. There is no living distance requirements but volunteers MUST be willing to commit 24 hours of duty crew per month! We are looking for both certified and non-certified volunteers to join. If interested, follow the steps below to begin your path to being a volunteer with the Wake Forest Fire Department.
Volunteer Application Process
Instructions on filling out Volunteer Application
Upon completion, mail or deliver in person to:
Wake Forest Fire Department
420 Elm Ave Wake Forest, NC 27587
Attention: Application Investigation Unit
Once received, you will be contacted and given further instruction. Usual response is within three weeks of submission of application.
If you have any questions please email Chief Chris Wilson at: cwilson@wakeforestfire.com
- Please be truthful and fill the application out completely
- Submit a copy of a valid driver’s license
Upon completion, mail or deliver in person to:
Wake Forest Fire Department
420 Elm Ave Wake Forest, NC 27587
Attention: Application Investigation Unit
Once received, you will be contacted and given further instruction. Usual response is within three weeks of submission of application.
If you have any questions please email Chief Chris Wilson at: cwilson@wakeforestfire.com
