Junior Member FF/EMT Volunteer

Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department•Ashburn, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department (AVFRD) Junior Member Program is a highly competitive leadership and training program for motivated students ages 16 and 17 who are interested in serving their community through fire and emergency medical services. Junior Members train alongside experienced firefighters and EMTs, develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, participate in emergency response under direct supervision, and are expected to successfully complete either the Loudoun County Firefighter or EMT certification program before turning 18. The program emphasizes responsibility, integrity, academic success, physical fitness, and a commitment to public service. Because only a limited number of positions are available each year, applicants should carefully review the following information with their parent/guardian before applying.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old by February 15 of 2027.
Expected to have their driver’s license by the time they turn 17 years old.
Reside in Loudoun County, Virginia.
Attend a Volunteer Interest Meeting with a parent or legal guardian during October, November, or December of 2026.
Submit a complete application and all required documents by December 31, 2026.
Completed Junior Member Application
Answer essay questions describing why they want to join AVFRD, what they hope to gain, what they hope to contribute, and their future educational and career goals
Most recent report card
Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a current teacher)
Attend one Volunteer Interest Meeting with a parent or legal guardian during October, November, or December of the current year.
Loudoun County Parent/Guardian Consent Form
Volunteer Recruit School Waiver
NFPA Physical
SCBA Fit Test
Loudoun County Volunteer Orientation
American Heart Association BLS CPR
FEMA IS-100
FEMA IS-200
FEMA IS-700
FEMA IS-800
HIPAA Training
Harassment Prevention Training
Junior Member Training

Nice To Haves

If enrollment in a Firefighter or EMT class is delayed due to limited space, remain active in the program and reapply for the next available class.

Responsibilities

Train alongside experienced firefighters and EMTs.
Develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
Participate in emergency response under direct supervision.
Successfully complete either the Loudoun County Firefighter or EMT certification program before turning 18.
Demonstrate maturity and professionalism.
Follow department policies and the chain of command.
Work safely and wear required personal protective equipment.
Treat fellow members, career staff, and the public with respect.
Actively participate in training and department activities.
Demonstrate integrity, responsibility, and sincerity.
Complete all required onboarding training within 120 days of acceptance.
Successfully complete either the County Firefighter or EMT program before turning 18.
Obtain a driver's license by their 17th birthday.
Serve at least four (4) hours each week on the same regularly scheduled duty shift.
Serve four (4) hours every fifth Saturday.
Ride one EMS shift each month.
Ride one suppression (fire) shift each month.
Maintain at least a "C" average.
Not fail any classes.
Submit a copy of each report card within one week of receiving it.