Volunteer - Fire Rescue

Volunteer In Pasco

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: VIP Manual

Pasco County Volunteers consist of 4 volunteer organizations. The volunteer organizations all operate under the umbrella of Pasco County Fire Rescue.

• Zephyrhills 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

Volunteer Fire Rescue applicants must complete the following:

• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to pass an NFPA 1582 physical

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