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Volunteer Services
volunteerfs@co.volusia.fl.us
386-736-5940Want to volunteer?
Our volunteer positions are exciting, challenging and rewarding! Volunteer and join our family!Become a member of the Communications Team
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The benefits that come with being a Volusia County Fire Services volunteer firefighter are numerous and give you the personal satisfaction of knowing you are helping the neighbors within your community. Other benefits include:
- In-station training that is provided by state certified instructors
- Opportunities are available for advancement/ specialization
- Weekly drill expense reimbursement is offered for those eligible
- Worker’s Compensation coverage is offered
- Health and wellness checkups are provided
- Life insurance coverage is available for line of duty losses
- An Employee Assistance Program is offered to volunteers
- Uniforms and personal protective equipment is provided
A pension system is also provided to eligible volunteer firefighters. The volunteer retirement program is based on a point accrual system where points are earned based on training, drill attendance, fire station duty/standby, response to emergencies and other opportunities to accrue points. A minimum of 10 creditable years is needed to vest in the program. The minimum benefit at normal retirement age is $200 per month with a maximum retirement benefit of $700 per month.
Various types of volunteer positions are available. All are exciting, challenging and rewarding! Volunteer for the one that’s right for you!
Volunteer classifications
Printable volunteer application
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Volusia County, Florida.
