Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Salary Range $55,000 - $61,000 over 4 years

Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association (WCVFRA) is seeking a talented individual

who will be responsible for the development and management of a volunteer recruitment and retention

program for firefighters and Emergency Medical Service Volunteers for our member Volunteer Fire and

EMS Companies to provide emergency services to Washington County residents. This position is

responsible for planning, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive recruitment and retention

program and will also assist with special and volunteer projects.

This position is a contractual limited duration position (4 years) funded by a Federal SAFER Grant

(Staffing Adequate Fire Emergency Response), an assistance program created to provide funding directly

to fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations to help them increase the number of

trained, "front line" firefighters available in their communities, reporting to the President of WCVFRA.

The Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association is committed to the principle of equal

employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of

discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at WCVFRA are based on business needs, job

requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social

or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual

orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or

present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any

other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. WCVFRA will not

tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to read, speak and write in English

Must be at least 21 years of age

Valid driver's license and personal vehicle available for in county travel –

Graduation from high school or equivalent GED

Pass the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association’s pre-employment back ground

checks

Preferred Qualification

Experience as a volunteer coordinator through a grant program.

Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related field.

Has Comparable Volunteer Experience as a firefighter, EMT or other fire service volunteer.

Essential Duties of the Position

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

essential functions.

1. Organizes, coordinates and manages the recruitment of volunteers for the, various Fire and EMS

Companies in Washington County in cooperation with the WCVFRA Recruitment and Retention

Committee.

2. Works with social, civic and local organizations to develop partnerships, where appropriate, to

develop and/or utilize volunteers.

3. Develops and implements training programs for all volunteers. in cooperation with the WCVFRA

Recruitment and Retention Committee.

4. Reviews and updates records on all volunteers maintained by Association software.

5. Reports to The WCVFRA Executive committee on volunteer activities as needed.

6. Recommends and develops ongoing volunteer utilization in cooperation with the WCVFRA

Recruitment and Retention Committee and WCVFRA Chiefs Committee.

7. Develops and implements a volunteer recognition program in cooperation with the WCVFRA

Recruitment and Retention Committee.

8. Represent the Fire Department and themselves professionally and ethically when dealing with

other agencies, fire departments, and organizations.

9. Provides follow-up and coordination for each new recruit and the mentoring processes at each

company.

10. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with people of all ages and

socioeconomic groups and easily relate to the prospective new volunteers.

11. Ability to prepare reports, assignments, instructional guides, and other written directives and

documents.

12. Ability to manage time, projects, and deadlines independent of direct supervision.

13. Deal effectively with people while promoting community and department interactions.

14. Practical familiarity of general computer operations; have basic proficiencies with Microsoft

Office Suite products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and database software applications.

15. Ability to be imaginative, independent, and articulate.

16. Programs, goals and purpose of the assigned department.

17. Methods of preparing and processing various records, reports, forms and other documents

peculiar to the assigned department or program.

18. Business letter writing, report preparation and the standard format for typed materials.

19. Other duties as may be assigned consistant with the SAFER Grant.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct staff supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment, Member Company Fire/EMS

Stations, County and community buildings, off site venues and outside event areas in various

weather conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers,

phones, cell phones and data devices, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and

reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10

pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position of 40 hrs per week. Days and hours of work are flexible due to the

nature of the volunteer system and the necessity of engaging the business and educational

community along with the volunteers. Evening and weekend work may frequently be

required as many volunteer company officers or the volunteers themselves may only be

available during those hours.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and

overnight travel may be expected. Mileage re-imbursement will be provided for approved

employment related travel. There shall be no relocation nor commuting funds provided.

Volunteer Restrictions The Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association encourages volunteer

participation as a fundamental tenant of community, however, in order to assure equal

service delivery, free of the appearance of special treatment or unfair access among our

member volunteer companies, this employee is prohibited from providing any Fire/EMS or

social/Administrative volunteer service with any WCVFRA member company or WCVFRA

committee in Washington County, Maryland during his or her term of employment. Such

activity shall be grounds for termination. This is not to be construed in any way to reduce or

prohibit any approved activity as an employee of the WCVFRA.

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Date ________________________

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PERSONAL INFORMATION Last Name First Name Middle

ytiC sserddA State Zip

Phone Day Phone (if Different) Social Security Number

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EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Position for which you are applying

Are you employed at the present time? ________ If yes, please complete the information below

Employer’s Name:

Employer’s Address:

1. How long have you been with this employer? __________ Present Salary:

2. If offered a position, when can you report for work? ____________________________

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4. Yes ____ No ____

5. Have you ever been convicted of a felony, or a misdemeanor which resulted in Yes ____ No ____ imprisonment? A yes answer to the above question does not necessarily disqualify anapplicant from employment.

If yes to number 4 or 5, please explain:

EDUCATIONPlease list on the following lines all schools attended and any other pertinent information about your education.

School(s) Subjects Studied (if applicable) High School

College (Including dates attended)

Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association1501 Pennsylvania AvenueHagerstown, Maryland 21742Phone 301-714-0812 Fax 301-714-1537email to rick.hemphill@myactv.net

Have you ever worked as a recruitment and retention officer? Do you currently volunteer for a Fire/EMS/Rescue organization?

This position is funded by a SAFER Grant from the Dept of Homeland Security for a period of 4 Years only.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE (List most recent experience first)Name & Address Position(s) Held Dates (Start - End)

REFERENCESName & Address (Include City, State, Zip) Phone Relationship

MS OFFICE? ___________ __________

Primary Experience with Apple ____________ Windows __________________

I certify that all statements made herein and on the enclosed resume are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements herein recorded. I release from liability all persons and organizations reporting information required by this application.

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Desktop Publishing Software

Computer Skills & Volunteer Experience-

Fire/EMS Volunteer Experience - Other Experience - Retention and Recruitment Experience

You may attach a separate Resume and references but you must complete this application.