Fire Department · Combination
Louisa County Department Of Fire And Emergency Medical Services
Louisa, VA · Louisa County
The Louisa County Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, and emergency management to the residents of Louisa County in Central Virginia. It operates as a combination system, pairing paid county career staffing with a network of community volunteer companies.
The department relies on seven volunteer fire departments plus volunteer rescue squads working together with career personnel to answer calls across the county. Free training is offered to volunteers, reflecting a department that leans heavily on community participation to cover a large rural service area.
Beyond frontline response, the department runs training, fire prevention, public education, logistics, and emergency management functions, including support for the North Anna Power Station area. It publishes live call-volume and response-time statistics, targeting an average county-wide response time under 15 minutes.
MissionProvide competent and professional fire, emergency medical services and emergency management to our community.
Career openings are filled through the County of Louisa Human Resources Department. Candidates must submit a completed county application to HR@louisa.org; resumes submitted alone may not be considered.
Selected candidates may then complete a written exam, physical ability testing, and a formal interview. The department also actively recruits volunteers for its seven volunteer fire departments and rescue squads, with free training provided.
Hiring process
- Submit a completed County of Louisa job application to the Human Resources Department at HR@louisa.org (resumes alone may not be considered)
- Selected candidates may complete a written exam
- Physical ability testing
- Formal interview process
How do I apply for a career job with Louisa County Fire & EMS?
Submit a completed County of Louisa job application to the Human Resources Department at HR@louisa.org. A resume submitted on its own may not be considered.
What is the hiring process?
After submitting an application, selected candidates may be asked to complete a written exam, physical ability testing, and a formal interview process.
Is there a physical ability test?
Yes. The department posts a Physical Ability Testing video and an EMS agility test for applicants to review before applying, and physical ability testing is part of the selection process.
Can I volunteer instead of applying for a paid position?
Yes. Louisa County relies on seven volunteer fire departments and volunteer rescue squads. You can apply through the volunteer application or volunteer inquiry form, and free training is available.
How do I contact the department about jobs?
The Fire & Emergency Services office is at 105 Woolfolk Ave, Louisa, VA 23093 and can be reached at 540-967-3491 (toll free 866-325-4131). Employment applications go to HR@louisa.org.