What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Fire Prevention Reserve position at City of Orange?
The Orange City Fire Department's Prevention Reserve Program is a volunteer-based, professional development and career preparation program. This program gives members of the community the opportunity to augment full-time career Fire Prevention staff with the delivery of fire prevention, public education, and community service, and to assist staff captains with special projects and tasks.
Fire Prevention Reserves Volunteers donate their time and service to the community based on civic and humanitarian reasons, as well as for professional/career development.
Assists Fire Safety Specialists with fire and life safety inspections for special events.
Assists Fire Safety Specialists with public education activities and events.
Under the direction of a Fire Safety Specialist or Hazardous Materials Specialist, responds to complaints or referrals of fire and life safety hazards and/or code violations.
Maintains fire prevention office, equipment, resources, materials, and is responsible for maintenance of assigned vehicles.
Drives and operates department vehicles in a manner consistent with safety and due regard for the welfare of the public and personnel.
Maintains uniforms, protective clothing, and assigned safety equipment in a neat, clean, safe manner and in readiness to perform duties.
Participates in all assigned training.
Attends fire prevention association meetings at the discretion of the program coordinator, as available.
Assists with toy collection and delivery for the annual Spark of Love toy drive.
May be assigned to assist the prevention, training, and administrative Staff Captain as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application submittal.
Must have completed, or be enrolled in, courses in a fire related field.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License, automobile insurance, and a satisfactory driving record are required at time of appointment. This volunteer position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides the City of Orange Risk Management Division with the incumbent's driving record and status.
Must be able to commit to volunteering a minimum of seven (7) hours a week during operating hours of the bureau (Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 4:00pm).
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be of good health and pass a medical exam.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Must have completed, or be enrolled in, courses in a fire related field.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License, automobile insurance, and a satisfactory driving record are required at time of appointment. This volunteer position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides the City of Orange Risk Management Division with the incumbent's driving record and status.
Must be able to commit to volunteering a minimum of seven (7) hours a week during operating hours of the bureau (Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 4:00pm).
Must be able to pass a background check.
Must be of good health and pass a medical exam.
SELECTION PROCESS:
- Application Screening - Pass/Fail (Screening includes verification of Minimum Qualifications.)
- Interview - Pass/Fail (Candidates should be prepared to discuss their education, work experience, community involvement, etc.)
- Background Investigation - Pass/Fail (Candidates selected for further consideration, including alternates, will be referred to a background investigation. The background investigation includes, but is not limited to, Department of Justice/FBI criminal background check, employment reference check, DMV check, etc.)
- Medical Exam - Pass/Fail (The medical exam is conducted through the City of Orange's designated physician which includes drug and alcohol testing. The initial exam costs are paid by the City of Orange.)