SVFD Application Process
Candidates must complete the following to be considered for membership to the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department:
1. Obtain and fully complete a MEMBERSHIP PACKET and submit the packet in person to the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department.
2. Pass a Virginia State Police Background Check. (No cost to applicant)
3. Obtain and Submit a DMV Record for the state that the applicant is licensed in. (Virginia is $7 for this report)
4. Submit a Copy of your High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
5. Submit a Copy of your current Fire Certifications. (Optional depending on Application Request Type)
6. Once you have completed the above you will be contacted by the department to take part in 24 hours of On-Duty time at the station. Your On-Duty time has to be performed between 0800 hrs – 2200 hrs. This Duty time allows members to get to know you and gives you insight of what to expect as a SVFD Firefighter.
7. Once all documentation has been submitted and your 24 hours at the station have been completed your application packet will go before the membership at our General Business Meeting. This is your "First Reading" and informs the membership of your intent to join the department.
8. After your "First Reading" you will be contacted to be interviewed by a panel of SVFD Board of Directors, Line Officer and/or General Members.
9. Your application packet and interview responses will be reviewed by the Applicant Interview Panel and they will make a recommendation to the General Membership regarding your application.
10. At the next General Business Meeting the membership will review and vote on your application to the department. This is your "Second Reading". We highly recommend that you attend this meeting.
11. After you are voted in you will be required to obtain a physical at the expense of the department.
12. A fingerprint card is also required and will be placed on file with the Smithfield Police Department. No cost to applicant.
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