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Stafford County Fire And Rescue Department
Stafford, VA · Stafford County
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Department careers page ↗Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department protects one of the fastest-growing counties in Virginia's Fredericksburg region, delivering fire suppression, emergency medical services, and community risk reduction across the county.
The department describes itself as a passionate organization built around five core values: Courage, Respect, Integrity, Service, and Pride. It operates with both career staff and volunteers, and runs recruit academies to bring on new firefighters.
Beyond emergency response, the department invests in prevention work including child passenger safety programs, fire and building code enforcement, burn permits, and community outreach. It publishes a Standards of Cover document and a 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.
MissionThe Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department is a passionate organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life of our citizens, and safeguarding our community by providing responsive emergency services and proactive risk-reduction services.
Stafford County hires firefighters primarily through its Recruit Academy. Prospective candidates can sign up to be notified when academy applications open, and the department posts openings on the county's Employment Opportunities page. An instructional video walks applicants through the application process.
Volunteer opportunities are also available for those looking to serve the community. Full-time positions come with a county benefits package; specific requirements and pay are posted with each opening.
Hiring process
- Sign up to be notified when Recruit Academy applications open
- Apply through the county Employment Opportunities portal when a posting is active
- Complete the recruit academy for new firefighters
Benefits
Full-time employees receive a county benefits package; details are published on the county's full-time benefits page.
New firefighters are trained through the department's Recruit Academy; candidates can sign up to be notified when applications open.
How do I apply to become a firefighter with Stafford County?
The department hires through its Recruit Academy. You can sign up to be notified when academy applications open and apply through the county's Employment Opportunities portal when a posting is active.
Does Stafford County offer a recruit academy for new firefighters?
Yes. New firefighters are trained through the department's Recruit Academy. The department provides an instructional video explaining the application process.
Can I volunteer with Stafford County Fire and Rescue?
Yes. The department offers volunteer opportunities in addition to career positions.
What benefits do full-time firefighters receive?
Full-time employees receive a county benefits package. Details are published on the county's full-time benefits page linked from the recruitment section.
How can I be notified when firefighter positions open?
You can sign up through the recruitment page to be notified when Recruit Academy applications open.