Volunteer Opportunities & Requirements

Core Requirements

All applicants to the department MUST:

Be at least 18 years old (16 with parental consent)
Be able to pass a full background investigation
Be able to pass a Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department physical (if operational member)
Be willing to be an active member of the organization, including fulfilling a monthly hourly participation requirement, completion of initial and ongoing training.
Be willing to participate in department sponsored events and meetings.

Membership Types

Firefighter/EMS Membership

Our Firefighter/EMT membership is for those interested in providing both firefighting and EMS service — having or obtaining BOTH Firefighter I and EMT are required. We do not have “Firefighter only” roles. All Fire/EMS members are cross-trained to operate on all MVFD apparatus. All training is provided. Non live-in voting members are required to contribute 32 hours a month and non-voting members are required to contribute 24 hours a month. Our scheduled shifts are flexible and do we do not require “duty shifts”. Begin the application process here.

Live-In Membership

Our live-in bunkroom program is for those that hold at least a Firefighter I certification and/or EMT-B certification. This program allows you to live at the fire station in exchange for participation and providing service to our communities. Live-in members are required to be on duty a minimum of 40 hours during the week and 12 hours on the weekend. Learn more about the benefits of our Live-In program here. Begin the application process here.

EMS Only (EMT or Paramedic)

EMS Only membership is for individuals who only wish to ride our ambulances in a Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) capability. All members are required to have or obtain Maryland EMT. All training is provided. Paramedics seeking ALS credentials will also complete an internship program with Prince George’s County. Non live-in voting members are required to contribute 32 hours a month and non-voting members are required to contribute 24 hours a month. Our scheduled shifts are flexible and do we do not require “duty shifts”. Begin the application process here. Begin the application process here.

Administrative & Support

Not looking to participate as an operational Fire/EMS member of the department? Interested in supporting our mission and your community? There are many ways you can lend your passion for volunteering, background, and experience to the MVFD. We are always seeking volunteers for administrative and support roles — including administrative management, financial support, event support, community engagement, education, and more. Begin the application process here.

Basic Training Requirements

Fire & Rescue

Initial Courses

Volunteer Recruit School (VRS)
CPR for Professionals (AHA or AHSI)
Infection Control
In-Station Training

FEMA Online Classes

NIMS 100 (online)
NIMS 700 (online)

Core Operational Classes

Firefighter I
Maryland EMT / NREMT
Rescue Technician (for Rescue Squad)

Courses to Progress

Firefighter II
Fire Officer I+
Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)
Fire Instructor I+

Emergency Medical Services