Collier County Fire Department Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $0.00 Hourly
Location : Pasco County, FL
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: VOLFR17
Department: Fire Rescue
Division: Fire Rescue Rescue
Opening Date: 02/05/2021
Closing Date: Continuous
Salary Range: $0.00
Pay Grade: No grade
Salary Disclosure: Volunteer position
General Description
WELCOME TO VIP - VOLUNTEER IN PASCO!
Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer with the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners and giving back to your community! In Pasco County, we strive to provide excellent public services that meet the needs of our citizens and enhance the quality of life for our residents and visitors.
Please upload the following items with your application:
Copy of Driver License
Copy of Social Security Card
Copy of Lifetime Driving Record
Copy of BLS/CPR card
Copy of signed application release form (Click link below)
Copy of all required certifications (listed in Minimum Requirement Section)
Omission of any of the documents listed above may result in the rejection of the application
You can view the VIP Manual at the below listed website, prior to completing the VIP application:
Essential Job Functions
Pasco County Volunteers consist of 4 volunteer organizations. The volunteer organizations all operate under the umbrella of Pasco County Fire Rescue.
• Land O Lakes Volunteer Fire Department
• Traveler's Rest Volunteer Fire Department ( must live with-in this 55+ community)
• Tri-Community Volunteer Fire Department
• West Pasco Volunteer Fire Department
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Volunteer Fire Rescue applicants must complete the following:
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to pass an NFPA 1582 physical
Minimum Requirements
Volunteer Fire Rescue applicants must have the following certifications:
• Valid Driver License
• Valid BLS/CPR Card
• Valid Florida Firefighter 1 certification ( or ability to obtain as required)
• Valid 1st Responder, EMT License ( or ability to obtain)
Must live in Pasco County or in a County adjacent to Pasco County ( Hernando, Hillsborough, Pinellas or Polk).
Meet the requirements set forth in the by-laws of the individual Volunteer Organization.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021
Temporary Position - benefits not available. Not eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with FS 295.07.
01
I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02
I acknowledge and understand that I am applying for an unpaid/voluntary position that is subject to availability.

• Yes
• No

03
Did you review the age requirements and location of the VIP position?

• Yes
• No

04
Are you an adult or a minor?

• Adult: Age 18 and over
• Minor: Younger than 18 years old

05
What is your student status?

• Not a student
• Graduate student
• College Student
• High School student
• Middle School student
• Elementary School student

06
What is your employment status?

• Employed full time
• Employed part time
• Not currently employed
• Retired

07
Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

08
Do you possess a valid 1st Responder, EMT License OR do you have the ability to obtain the required license?

• No
• Yes

09
Do you possess a valid BLS/CPR card?

• No
• Yes

10
Do you possess a Firefighter Certificate of Compliance from the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards & Training?

• No
• Yes

11
Do you live in Pasco County or one of the adjacent counties (Hernando, Hillsborough, Pinellas or Polk)?

• No
• Yes

12
If applicant is under 18 years, what is the first and last name of Parent or Legal Guardian and what is the relationship to minor child.
13
Provide the general location - West/East/Central Pasco.
14
Why do you wish to volunteer/intern for Pasco County Government? Tell us about yourself and your experience.
15
I agree to the following General Release and Waiver of Liability: The level of the background check is determined by the Volunteer/Intern position. Note: Sexual Offender/Predator background checks are part of the background check process. The applicant or parent/guardian of the applicant may be required to complete a department specific application and release/waiver prior to commencement of Volunteer/Intern placement. Volunteer/Intern positions are subject to availability and department approval and may be terminated by either party at any time.

• Acknowledged

16
I agree to the following Acknowledgement of Releases, Waivers and Background Checks: I the above applicant/participant or parent/guardian of above minor application/participant, if accepted to preform Volunteer/Intern service, assume all risk of personal injury and/or property damage from whatever causes arising in conjunction with participation in same. I/We hereby release the Pasco County Board of County Commissioners, the individual members of said Board, the director, agents or other employees of the Board of any liability or contribution to such liability, before, during or after participation and/or transport to and from. I/We further state that the foregoing Release and Waiver of Liability has been carefully read and that I/We understand the contents and have acknowledged the same of my/our own free act.

• Acknowledged

17
I agree to the following Affidavit of Skills, Abilities, Knowledge and Competency to be Completed by Adult Applicant or Parent/Guardian of Minor Applicant: I the above applicant/participant or parent/guardian of above minor applicant/participant affirm that I or my minor child/ward have the skills, abilities and knowledge necessary to safely and competently perform the responsibilities and duties of the volunteer position or internship that I or my minor child/ward is applying to.

• Acknowledged

18
Why do you wish to volunteer/intern for Pasco County Government? Tell us about yourself and your experience.
Required Question