Sullivan County Fireman's Association
About the Association
The Sullivan County Fireman’s Association is comprised of 10 volunteer fire departments and 5 rescue squads that together respond to over six thousand calls annually. Their... [Read more]
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Volunteer Recruitment Campaign
Want to “Join Us”?
May 8, 2008 · Leave a Comment
The volunteer fire departments and rescue squads are making a big push to recruit new members. We’re looking for new people to help respond to the community’s emergency needs, and we’re asking YOU to “Join Us” in this effort. Volunteers in emergency services are no different then anybody else, coming from all walks of life. The only difference between them and you, is that they decide to help others in the community by volunteering for their local emergency service. While some people might be apprehensive about... [Read the full story]
What's Required?
What’s Required?
May 9, 2008 · Comments Off
Before you join you need to make sure you meet our department’s applicant requirements (at the end of this story), then we recommend you visit with us. This way you can see what the fire department is like, meet some of our members, and ask any questions you may have. We can even arrange for you to pull duty with members (if scheduling allows). Next you’ll need to fill out an application. We prefer that you do this at least two weeks before a board meeting to allow references to be called, etc. Once your application... [Read the full story]
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Learn More About Volunteering
May 9, 2008 · Comments Off
Have questions about joining a volunteer fire department or rescue squad? We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions that may help you determine if this type of volunteerism is right for you. Volunteering for your local rescue squad or fire department takes a serious commitment on the part of the volunteer. However the rewards in personal satisfaction and pride that comes with working as a team to help your fellow neighbors, cannot be measured. We hope that you consider service in this capacity and that these... [Read the full story]
Join Us!
Join Us
May 9, 2008 · Comments Off
If you feel that you are ready to take up the call to volunteer in your local fire department or emergency services. Please take a moment to fill out our online application form. Someone will contact you and help you find a position in your local volunteer fire or rescue organization that will fit your skills and interests. The rewards of volunteerism far exceed any cost in your commitment and time. Online Application Form Your Name(required) Email(valid email required) Street Address(required) City,... [Read the full story]
SCFFA In The Media
Volunteer Focus
Hailing from Leesburg, Virginia, Doug Wallace has been living in Blountville for 4 years. He is a volunteer at Sullivan County Volunteer Fire Department... [Read more]
A 6th and 7th grade social studies teacher for T.A. Dugger Junior High School, Chris is very involved with helping the people around him. He grew up in... [Read more]
When Adam was about 10 years old, the house he was living in caught on fire, and ever since then he has worked at the fire department in some way. Soon... [Read more]
Showing that volunteering is something that can easily run in the family, Jerry Crawford and Jarod Lindholm, grandfather and grandson, actually come from... [Read more]